While Sri Lanka boasts of thousands of kilometres of coastline with stretches of beaches and coves, the Batticaloa Lagoon is a well-kept secret worth visiting! Read on to find out more about this bay!
Geographical Facts
This large estuarine lagoon is easy to spot on a map for its size and is located in the Eastern Province in Sri Lanka. It’s also the largest of three lagoons in the area and stretches for a whopping 56 kilometres but is very safe to swim since the depth of the lagoon is only about 4 meters.
Where Can I Stay?
Only an hour away from the lagoon are some amazing Pasikuda beach hotels which are a perfect base for your holiday. Whether you’re travelling solo, with your better half, or the entire family, resorts such as The Calm Resort & Spa have the perfect accommodation for you!
What Can I Do?
Come prepared to have some fun in the water and also spot some exotic tropical birds! The safe waters of the lagoon are perfect for wading or having a relaxing swim. You can even rent a paddleboard and take to the waters if you are up for a bit of an adventure in the calm seas.
Beautiful Biodiversity
Observe the complexity and splendour of the mangrove ecosystem which is home to many different critters and bird species. Apart from protecting and conserving the coast of Sri Lanka, these mangroves host some migrant bird species as well. So, keep your eyes peeled and you might get lucky on your holiday!
