Pasikudah, located on the East Coast, is famous for having one of the longest stretches of shallow coastline in the world. Visitors can walk hundreds of meters into the ocean with the water only reaching their knees. Protected by a reef, the bay is incredibly calm, making it a perfect, safe swimming destination and a paradise for luxury beach resorts.
April to September (east coast season). The bay is perfectly calm and shallow May to September. Combine with Batticaloa (20 km) for a more complete east coast experience.
2-3 days
Pasikudah's bay is shallow for up to a kilometre offshore — visitors can walk far out with water only at knee height, making it uniquely safe for families.
The reef protecting the bay hosts vibrant coral gardens and a rich diversity of tropical fish, easily accessible by snorkel.
Several world-class resorts line the bay, making Pasikudah Sri Lanka's premier east coast luxury beach destination.
A premium 9-day technical and advanced wreck diving expedition. Dive legendary WWII wrecks like HMS Hermes, SS British Sergeant, HMS Hollyhock, and Navy Dockyard sites.
Our local travel experts can design a fully custom tailor-made itinerary featuring Pasikudah to match your pace, interests, and style.
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