Koggala combines a long sandy beach with an inland freshwater lagoon dotted with small islands, some housing Buddhist temples and a cinnamon-processing heritage site. The lagoon's calm water is a striking contrast to the open surf just a short walk away.
110 kmDistance from Colombo
~2.5 hrsTypical drive time
Boat tours of the lagoon are a popular way to see local bird life and the traditional stake fishing that still takes place along its edges.