Diving in Hikkaduwa – for the daring of divers

How about being surrounded by schools of colourful fish while having the luxury of feasting your eyes on some of the most ancient of shipwrecks? This is the experience that one would be able to partake of when embarking on a diving expedition in the coastal town of Hikkaduwa. Hotels in Galle should be considered when deciding to visit Hikkaduwa. Jetwing Lighthouse which features amongst Galle hotels will be an ideal destination to come home to after a day of exploration.

When considering the numerous options available to divers in Hikkaduwa, consider venturing out to the dive site of the Conch. The final resting place of this English ship provides an array of breathtaking panoramas, beginning from its very remnants to the species of marine life that inhabit the wreck. The cabin area in particular is home to the Groupers who would scatter upon seeing divers in the vicinity. Triggerfish, porcupine fish and even moray eels can be encountered by diving here. One must also descend to the depths of Kiragala which comprises of various rock pillars on which the most beautiful of corals grow. Schools of Fusiliers, Angelfish and Butterfly fish can be viewed in their natural habitat. The rocky crevices that are found house a wider variety of marine life that is equally beautiful to look at. Black Coral Point is next on the list of dive sites that one could enjoy. From Bandit Shrimps, Jellyfish, Surgeonfish, the area is known to attract ardent divers looking for a different twist to their adventure. The currents in these waters are quite strong and may threaten to thwart your efforts of exploring this paradise that is filled with rocky outcrops that would seem to swallow everything in its sight.

 

Pushpitha Wijesinghe is an experienced independent freelance writer. He specializes in providing a wide variety of content and articles related to the travel hospitality industry.

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