Sri Lanka, a paradise in the Indian Ocean has many interesting places to see and things to do. As a country with a history that dates back to thousands of years the amount of historical sites in the country are immense. The landscapes of the hill country are breathtakingly beautiful and relaxing, the waterfalls can be seen falling down like silver curtains while the lush green tea plantations cover the entire background. Being an island country one of the most important assets of beauty owned by Sri Lanka is the sea.
There are many beautiful beaches located around the country where both locals and foreigners can visit for pleasure. The number of water sport activities in each of these locations are diverse and entertaining. Apart from the sports activities offered along the beaches one of the most interesting things to do while in Sri Lanka is to visit one of the many turtle hatcheries that can be found along the coasts.
The Kosgoda Turtle Hatchery is one place that you could visit in order to take a look at the fascinating sea turtles. Located within close proximity to Colombo, you will be able to go to this place within a maximum time of two hours. The experience here cannot be fully explained and it is truly unique and memorable. If possible try to arrange to stay for one night so that you could go with the guides to collect the eggs which are laid by the female turtle in the hole she digs in the sand. Always remember to keep quiet and not disturb the turtle while she is laying the eggs. The people at the hatchery then take the eggs indoors and keep them in suitable conditions for hatching.
You will be able to see a lot of baby turtles in this hatchery in clean ponds. You might even get the chance to release them to the sea. The feeling of holding a baby turtle in your hand is amazing. Directing them towards the sea would feel like a very responsible task since you would have to chase away the birds that come to get them and also will have to redirect the babies who go in the wrong directions. Take lots and lots of pictures and take home wonderful memories of the special moments spent in this amazing hatchery.
The huge amount of resorts in Bentota would provide perfect and comfortable accommodation facilities. Avani Bentota Resort is a Bentota hotel that you would come across in the area. The friendly staff and the modern accommodation facilities in this hotel would make your vacation in paradise more cosy and comfortable.
Chandrishan Williams is a travel writer who writes under the pen name, Caleb Falcon. He specializes in writing content based on the many exciting world adventures that await intrepid travellers.