Places to see

Sri Lanka’s East Coast enjoys its high season between May and September, making this region an excellent option in the summer holidays. The coastline here generally feels very different from Sri Lanka's south coast, which is arguably busier and more rugged. In areas such as Kalkudah and Passikudah you'll find much calmer water, lighter sand and easier to swim in ocean, which means this stretch of coastline is great for families. You won't find the range of restaurants, surf cafes, and hotels in Passikudah that you will on the southern coast, but the benefits are the summer climate and the calm ocean.