SEA TURTLE HATCHERY AND RESCUE CENTRE

Situated a few kilometres north of the main Hikkaduwa town lies the Sea Turtle Hatchery and Rescue Centre, a centre with the aim of conserving some of the endangered species of turtles in the world. It is just one of many turtle hatcheries in the southern coast of the island. Initially starting as a community project to help protect the biodiversity of the southern coast, it is now a fully-fledged hatchery and rescue centre with dedicated teams that work round the clock to study, care and protect several turtle species.

Visitor Information

• Open daily from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm.
• Entrance fees are LKR 500.
• Visit between April - July for the nesting season.
• Release of baby turtles - 5:30pm (additional cost)
• Private guides available

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