Hikkaduwa the popular tourist destination in Sri Lanka located along the southern coast is famous for the golden beaches. It has been a long time favourite spot for tourists as a place to enjoy the sun, sea and sand. Hikkaduwa is a paradise for water sports. It is one of the main surfing destinations in Sri Lanka. Snorkeling, scuba diving, boogie boarding are also popular water sports at Hikkaduwa. Kite racing and windsurfing are also growing in popularity in recent times. Hikkaduwa is also famous for its corals. Boat rides are very popular in the Hikkaduwa seas especially to see the beautiful corals and different types of fish.