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GUEST GUIDE – ACTIVITIES – LOCAL AREA

Discover the Stillness of Mawella Lagoon

Kayaking / Sea Kayaking

Nearby is Mawella Lagoon, a large body of water where the seaplane lands. Explore the lagoon and its multitude of lilies surrounded by jungle. These boats are stable and perfect for a family expedition to explore the lagoon area.

Guests kayaking on calm blue lagoon in single orange and green kayaks, lush palm-lined shoreline and clear sky backdrop

Cast Off and Chase the Big Ones

Fishing

Try your luck at a bit of fishing, we have the equipment to trawl or drop fish. We are looking for Mahi Mahi, Red Snapper, Trevally and the mighty Seer fish. Let’s get hooked up…

Two people paddling a small wooden boat near a calm beachfront at soft sunrise, gentle waves and pastel sky.

Below the Surface, Another World Awaits

Diving and Snorkelling

Ruhunu Dive Center lies on the main road between Halcyon and Tangalle. Or if you prefer you can do some snorkelling over the reef, the hotel can arrange a boat and guide to take you.

Two snorkelers holding hands beneath sunlit blue water, wearing fins and masks, sunlight filtering through the sea surface.

Balance Between Waves and Stillness

Surfing
Yoga & Massage

Nearby is a beautiful bay for surfing — Hiriketiya has a couple of waves which can get busy, but it is filled with the energy of holidays. The better break is off the main point. If you are keen for some yoga, we have a private teacher and can arrange on request. If total relaxation is your thing, then we have a skilled massage therapist available. Please ask at reception.

Beachfront surfboards on sand, turquoise cove with paddleboarders and palm-lined rocky headland

Witness Nature’s Oldest Ritual at Rekawa Beach

Turtle Watching

The golden beaches of Rekawa are known to attract several endangered species of sea turtles, including loggerhead, hawksbill, olive ridley, green and leatherback. These five species make their way to the stretch of untouched beach in Rekawa to lay their eggs, before heading back to the ocean.

Tiny hatchling sea turtle resting on a wet hand, detailed patterned shell and flipper visible against soft background

Explore & Discover

Mulkirigala Rock Temple

An ancient Buddhist Temple built on a 200 metre high rock. This temple is complete with ancient walkways and far stretching views. There are paintings and carvings in the caves. The Bo tree at the Upper Terrace is considered to be a shoot from one of the 32 saplings of Anuradhapura Jaya Sri Maga Bodhi, planted during the reign of King Devanam Piyatissa. Mulkirigala temple is also considered to be one of the 64 temples constructed by King Kawantissa and was called ‘Muhudu Gira’, which dates back to the 3rd Century BC.

Bike Rental

Day Trips

Safari

Galle Fort

First built by the Portuguese then extensively fortified by the Dutch, this is an incredibly well preserved fort. Surrounded by the Indian Ocean, with the ramparts stretching around it and overlooking the international cricket stadium, it is the perfect place to walk, eat and shop. Thought to be one of the best preserved forts in all of Asia, the old buildings have been sympathetically converted into luxury homes and restaurants. No trip to Sri Lanka would be complete without a visit.

Tangalle

The Halcyon Experience