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Pro
A lively and active beach town
Con
Too touristy
In a nutshell
A sunny and sandy Sri lankan beach resort.
h.ghabra Says: if you stay in Hikkaduwa.. you have to do this cruise ..cost 3000 RbsLocation... there are many spots on the beach...you can try THE MANGROVE RIVER SAFARI company
h.ghabra Says: Snorkeling is amazing in Kikkaduwa , you will see lots of colorful fishes and the big famous turtle ( almost 120 cm long) if luckyLocation: next to Coral Rock Amaya hotel ( 100 mtr north).. This is the best beach in Hikkaduwa
Mambo's Place - these boys are total tools
chelbycat Says: Bottom line: if you want to sleep with one of the Sri Lanka surfers at Mambo's (eww), stay here. If you are just in Hikkaduwa to surf or make friends, stay far, far away. If you're a dude, these guys will hassle you, not matter how nice you are to them!When I first read...
The best Tuktuk driver in Hikkaduwa !
sharwals Says: I was in Hikkaduwa on march 2011. this is my second time to Hikkaduwa, so I wanted to see what else it has to offer besides the beach. by a chance I met Ajith, the cutest tuktuk driver in sri lanka!!!ajith is a simple, honest sri lankan (and the only one with purple tuktuk),...
Surf with Mambo's A Frame Surf shop!
bluepool Says: I have just returned from a fantastic 10days being looked after by Mambo and the boys from A frame surf shop. They were well natured boys with a passion for surfing who are all creating a supportive environment for Sri Lankan Tourism. Out of all the places i have surfed i...
WStat Says: On the beach about 2 kms north of Hikkaduwa is a very small private Turtle Research Center, which works to protect this endangered species. Turtle eggs selected for hatching & progressive stages of the development of turtles can be seen here. Eggs are collected or bought...
kentishgirl Says: Hikkaduwa has a beautiful beach, it is sandy and very wide, when we were there it was pretty clean too.It is a great beach for chilling on with a book, and strolling along during the day and early evening, but the sea here is very rough and not ideal for a gentle dip.You...
177 Opinions
5 Reviews and 199 Opinions It was really a big disappointment. Probably my worst hotel experience in Sri Lanka. I'am not...
Hotel Francis Restaurant and Bar: Tasty food in Hikkaduwa
chizz Says: The Hotel Francis Restaurant and Bar is along the main road in Hikkaduwa and serves tasty food in clean surroundings at reasonable prices.It's speciality is seafood and it has several specials on offer daily - just see the board by the entrance.I had a fish dish and my...
Refresh Restaurant: Great food with beach views!
chizz Says: Refresh Restaurant is quite expensive by Hikkaduwa standards, but is worth the extra money in my opinion as the food is good and the beach location is nice too.The restaurant has several sections which are modernly decorated and the speciality is seafood. Staff are friendly...
Helpfulness
I have just returned from a fantastic 10days being looked after by Mambo and the boys from A frame surf shop. They were well natured boys with a passion for surfing who are all creating a supportive environment for Sri Lankan Tourism.
Its true that they do know how to have a good time and put on a good party, they also know how to treat western women. And all the women i met enjoyed spending time at Mambos place. Many of Mambos boys have western wives or girlfriends so ladies, you can feel safe going here and knowing you wont be harassed or made to feel uncomfortable. Gentlemen is all you'll find.
There is usually a good mix of house, dub and sometimes regge music, great lighting and lots of energy. This place has a fantastic vibe so if you want a good night on the beach - head down to Mambos.
Cheers to Mambo and the boys and the future of Sri Lankan surf!
keep your hearts and minds open
take advice, but most of all seek for yourselves
xx
Dress Code: beach wear
Written Sep 29, 2009
Address: 434 galle rd
Phone: 5458131
hydronetta Says: You can reach Hikkaduwa from Galle by means of train and buses apart from private vehicle. Trains are very cheap in Sri Lanka though slow and poorly maintained. Nevertheless it's the best option to witness a bit of everyday life being among local passengers.The trip from...
Pakistaniguy Says: Hikkaduwa Bus Station is the entrance point for most of the travellers to Hikkaduwa. There are good bus connection to Colombo, Galle & all other cities in on the way to Colombo. The Bus takes 90 to 100 Srilankan Rs. and 4 hours to reach Colombo. I would suggest you to take a...
h.ghabra Says: Eventhough the sun does not look very strong... IT IS VERY STRONG... if you know that you can get burnt , make sure you use a sunblock cream..
h.ghabra Says: Rusta Boys are guys who do nothing the whole day, they are just dependant on what they can get from tourists ( i.e. what is known as Gangsters or Losers)you will find these guys mostly on the beach.. trying to be nice to you or scare you... but they all have one target.. to...
Stay far away from Mambos- they are total tools
chelbycat Says: When I first read about these territorial beach boys at mambos, I figured it was just a few disgruntled guys that they didn't get to score with a girl. But all of these negative reviews about the beach boys at Mambo's are 100 percent true. These Mambo's boys are total tools,...
Response to previous warnings about Mambos
seekthesun Says: In my experience most Sri Lankans tell fair prices for their services/goods and are just trying to earn enough money to take home to their family. Of course someone will try to take $10 from you instead of $1 if they have the chance. It will feed their children for a few...
response to previous warning re: Mambo's Hikkaduwa
bluepool Says: I have just returned from a fantastic 10days being looked after by Mambo and the boys from A frame surf shop. They were well natured boys with a passion for surfing who are all creating a supportive environment for Sri Lankan Tourism. Out of all the places i have surfed i...
nathjem Says: These guys will have the fillings from your teeth. They are con men and shoud be avoided at all costs, by simply saying no. Sometimes this needs back up of saying it several times, but avoid them. They are constantly talking about the tsunami and how it has financially...
These guys will have the fillings from your teeth. They are con men and shoud be avoided at all costs, by simply saying no. Sometimes this needs back up of saying it several times, but avoid them. They are constantly talking about the tsunami and how it has financially crippled them, but this is not the case, a lot of people from nations who they are trying to rip off helped them, they just want more. Dont ask the beach restaurant owners to help you, they wont tell them to go away and are just as bad. Buddes Beach Bar (added 1000rps to our bill) and Blue Note hotel (Waiter asked for operation money) are prime examples of this, with even the waiters doing the same. If you want a massage, souveniers or anything they sell, go to the shops or centres and buy there.
Along the main road they also walk as well. For example, we paid 1600rps for some Aloe Vera Oil, then 2 days later saw the exact bottle in the super market for 150rps.
You will hear stories of needing rupees for operations for their mother or children, health care is free; 1% of cases need private referrals. You will be invited for lunch at their houses, this is a trap, the kids will be coughing and looking ill and you will end up paying more than a restaurant for your meal.
Simple solution is dont start a conversation. They ask where you are from, what work you do and where you are staying. Not to be friendly, just weigh up your financial situation. Tell them you are unemployed and from Russia is some advice given to us. Once contact is made they will not leave you alone, i had 5 of them sitting on my lounger at one stage.
Keep cigarettes hidden, they just help themselves.
Unique Suggestions: Just say no to them. I said "i work hard in the UK and rarely see my girlfriend, so i want to make the most of my holiday" this reduced the harrasment to once every three days instead of three times a day.
Fun Alternatives: Find a hotel where you can use the pool, with out cost, just buying some lunch there.
Updated Aug 1, 2007
Poseidon Dive Station in Hikkaduwa is the oldest one in Sri Lanka.
The diving in the area is great, and the atmosphere in the Dive Station is one of the best I've ever encountered - the staff are all really really friendly, etc.
Equipment: You can rent your diving kit there
Written Jan 21, 2004
Address: Hikkaduwa Town
Website: www.divingsrilanka.com
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