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Home/Destinations/Hikkaduwa/Hikkaduwa nature & wildlife
Nature & wildlife · Hikkaduwa itinerary

Hikkaduwa Nature & Wildlife: The Best Itinerary

Sri Lanka’s south-west teems with life. Here is how to explore it — with the best-rated tours to book.

At a glance

  1. 1Madu River
  2. 2Sinharaja
  3. 3Whales
  4. 4Turtles

The river

A Madu River mangrove safari.

The rainforest

Wildlife in Sinharaja.

The sea

Whale watching off Mirissa.

Book the experiences in this itinerary

Top-rated tours for exactly what this plan recommends in Hikkaduwa — prices per person.

Floating Village-Mangrove Forest Private Tonle Sap Lake Boat Tour
Siem Reap
Floating Village-Mangrove Forest Private Tonle Sap Lake Boat Tour
5.0(34)·7–9 hours
from$75/ person
via Viator
Sinharaja Rainforest Trek Guided Jungle Hiking Experience
Galle
Sinharaja Rainforest Trek Guided Jungle Hiking Experience
5.0(11)·1 day
from$28/ person
via Viator
Lydia Boat Mauritius: Le Morne :Eco-Friendly Whales&Dolphins Tour
Mauritius
Lydia Boat Mauritius: Le Morne :Eco-Friendly Whales&Dolphins Tour
4.9(453)·7 hours
from$286/ person
via Viator
River Safari Bentota with Mangroves ,crocodiles ,Birds, Monkeys.
Bentota
River Safari Bentota with Mangroves ,crocodiles ,Birds, Monkeys.
5.0(18)·1–2 hours
from$33/ person
via Viator
Sinharaja Rainforest Private Half Day Tour with Licensed Guide
Galle
Sinharaja Rainforest Private Half Day Tour with Licensed Guide
5.0(49)·5 hours
from$37/ person
via Viator
Whale and Dolphin Watching Tour in Madeira
Funchal
Whale and Dolphin Watching Tour in Madeira
4.9(1,308)·2h 30min
from$85/ person
via Viator
Bentota with River Safari, Waterfall, Temple and Teaplantation
Bentota
Bentota with River Safari, Waterfall, Temple and Teaplantation
5.0(14)·6–8 hours
from$88/ person
via Viator
Sinharaja Rain Forest Tours (Full Day)
Galle
Sinharaja Rain Forest Tours (Full Day)
4.8(13)·6–8 hours
from$50/ person
via Viator

Hikkaduwa nature & wildlife — FAQ

Is Hikkaduwa good for wildlife?
Yes — turtles, mangroves, rainforest and whales all lie nearby.
What is the best nature tour?
A Madu River safari or a Sinharaja rainforest trip.
Can you see turtles in Hikkaduwa?
Yes — green sea turtles feed just off the beach.

Explore more in Hikkaduwa

Coral & TurtlesMadu River SafariGalle FortWhale WatchingSurfing & BeachSinharaja & Nature