Sri Lanka's new adventure holiday destination
A mainly undiscovered and deserted two kilometer stretch
of sandy beach, Alankuda Beach offers a relaxing, discrete and romantic
getaway to the North of Colombo which is largely unvisited by most
tourists
In Sri Lanka, just two hours from the airport and three
hours north of Colombo, is an unspoilt peninsula of golden sand.
Alankuda is a beautiful stretch of beach in Kalpitiya, The bluest of
skies melts seamlessly into the azure of the Indian Ocean to make a
picture-perfect backdrop to a unique, tailor-made tropical holiday
experience.
Alnakuda Beach is a new beach destination on the
relatively undiscovered Kalpitiya Spit off the west coast of Sri Lanka
consisting of several lovely independently wned 'home away from home',
guest house-style hotels, which are run in a very informal and relaxed
way. Each has its own unique style but no matter which one you decide to
say in you can enjoy all their amenities seamlessly.
This new concept of stylish, eco-beach accommodation is
for the discerning traveller in search of an unforgettable holiday.
Spacious and comfortable, our air conditioned tents present a world of
romance with a unique ambience and view of the sea.
Experience the thrill of sea safaris to the nearby Bar
Reef for the best Sri Lanka has to offer in snorkeling and be
entertained by the Dolphins and Whales on your way. Enjoy the tranquil
ocean with the most beautiful coral gardens of Sri Lanka. Or just work
hard on your tan. Even the sunsets are the spectacular kind and a
perfect end to idyllic days, everyday. It is probably one of the best
places in the world for kite surfing during the low season. Alankuda
Beach are well placed for guests to enjoy some of the fantastic
activities and excursions Sri Lanka has to offer. This includes but is
not limited to kite surfing, whale watching, dolphin watching, water
sports, and safari trips.
Things to do
Despite its natural beauty, the western peninsular area
of Kalpitiya in the Puttalam district of Sri Lanka is remarkably
untouched by tourism. But for those lucky enough to visit, there's a
plethora of things to see and do! With the small close-knit fishing
community dominating the lives of the local people, visitors can get a
real insight into working life away from the city. After watching the
night fishing boats return in the morning, a visit to one of the fish
markets offers the opportunity to choose the evening meal direct from
the fresh catch! The Dutch Fort and St Peter's Kerk church in the town
itself are interesting examples of Sri Lanka's rich history and colonial
past.
Leisurely boat rides up the lagoon and canoe trips down
the river are a pleasant way of exploring the coastline, whilst 4WD jeep
rides along the deserted sand dunes between the ocean and the lagoon
offer a unique way of watching the colourful evening sunsets. For keen
scuba divers and snorkellers, the largest coral reef in Sri Lanka ('Bar
reef') is only an hour's boat trip from Kalpitiya . This beautiful reef
is home to an incredible variety of tropical fish as well as offering
sighting of manta rays, reef sharks and the occasional turtle!
Dolphin Watching
Kalpitiya
is the best places if you are interested in seeing Dolphins. During
November to March is the best season to go Dolphin Watching off
Kalpitiya. At a time you can witness 1000-1500 Dolphins.Whale Watching
A
high concentration of blue whales and sperm whales has been spotted in
the Kalpitiya coast of Sri Lanka during the months of November to April.
Alankuda beach in Kalpitiya is the best places if you are interested in
seeing Whales.Snorkeling and Scuba Diving
For
keen scuba divers and snorkellers, the largest coral reef in Sri Lanka
('Bar reef') is only an hour's boat trip from Kalpitiya.This beautiful
reef is home to an incredible variety of tropical fish as well as
offering sighting of manta rays, reef sharks and the occasional turtle.
Diving and Snorkelling are not possible during the
southwest monsoon period (May to November). The best times are
therefore between late November and early May. Transportation to
dive/Snorkelling sites is by a fibre glass dinghy of 25 horse power
engine. For the more serious divers who want more detailed information
on the area, please refer to Nautical Map 1586 (Pamban to Cape
Cormorin).
The underwater currents in the seas off Kalpitiya are
generally not strong, but are influenced by small tide changes of two
high water and two low water tides. The underwater temperature is
approximately 75°F so no wetsuits are required (but thin wetsuits could
be worn to protect from any bruising from the coral).
Lagoon Tours
Boat
Rides up the lagoon and canoe trips down the river are a pleasant way
of exploring the coastline, whilst 4WD jeep rides along the deserted
sand dunes between the ocean and the lagoon offer a unique way of
watching the colourful evening sunsets.
