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Local, no fluff guides to planning your time in Hiriketiya and finding the right place to stay.
Hiriketiya, Sri Lanka: the complete guideWhat Hiriketiya is like, where it is, when to go, where to stay and what to do in Sri Lanka's favourite little surf bay.Read guide
The best time to visit HiriketiyaWhen to visit Hiriketiya for sun, surf and fewer crowds. A month by month breakdown of weather, waves and prices on Sri Lanka's south coast.Read guide
Hiriketiya weatherWhat the weather is like in Hiriketiya each month: temperature, rain, sea conditions and what it means for your trip.Read guide
Hiriketiya surf seasonWhen the waves are best in Hiriketiya, the breaks in the bay, surf lessons, board rental and where surfers should stay.Read guide
Hiriketiya restaurants & cafésThe best places to eat in Hiriketiya: beach cafés, Sri Lankan rice & curry, fresh seafood and sunset drinks, plus where to stay close to the food.Read guide
Things to do in HiriketiyaThe best things to do in and around Hiriketiya: surfing, yoga, the Dikwella Buddha, the Hummanaya blowhole, day trips and more.Read guide
How to get to HiriketiyaHow to get to Hiriketiya by private car, train, bus and tuk tuk, with travel times and tips from Colombo, the airport, Galle, Mirissa and Ella.Read guide
Hiriketiya vs MirissaHiriketiya or Mirissa? An honest comparison of beaches, surf, nightlife, prices and vibe, plus where to stay in each.Read guide
Hiriketiya vs WeligamaHiriketiya or Weligama for surfing and staying? We compare waves, crowds, vibe, food and accommodation on Sri Lanka's south coast.Read guide
One day in HiriketiyaOnly have a day? Our local plan for Hiriketiya: breakfast, the bay, a long lunch, sunset and a night out.Read guide
Three days in HiriketiyaA relaxed three day plan for Hiriketiya from people who live here: surf, local food, beaches by scooter, sunsets and nights out.Read guide