HIRIKETIYA
SRI LANKA
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SRI LANKA
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HOW TO ARRIVE
Most travelers to Hiriketiya arrive from either Colombo's international Airport or from Colombo centre.... There are several ways to get to Hiriketiya from there...
FROM COLOMBO AIRPORT VIA...TAXI, TRAIN, TUK TUK
PRIVATE TRANSFER FROM COLOMBO AIRPORT
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We can book you a very comfortable and direct air conditioned car/van transfer from the airport straight to The Salty Pelican. The driver will be collect you from the arrivals gate with your name on a sign. All road tolls and toilet breaks are included in the journey. Please send us an email with your flight details including flight number, so we can confirm your transfer.
If you come with your own transfer, please ask your driver when reaching Dikwella town, to turn right down the clearly signposted (blue sign) Pehebiya Road which is just 80m after you pass "Southern Food City" supermarket on your right side. Our property is along this road and halfway up the hill.
Journey time: 3 Hrs *
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One Way 1-4 person sharing:
Please send email to request current price ( Approx: €100 )​
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A scenic delight… The journey is mostly along the coast, with open sea views for the majority of the way. There will be a few sellers selling water, fruit and delicious snacks on the way but the COLOMBO FORT to WEWURUKANNALA train will most probably be full and possibly uncomfortable after a long flight.
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On the COLOMBO FORT - Galle - Matara - WEWURUKANNALA train route, virtually all seats are unreserved so pre-booking is neither necessary nor possible, which means you cannot book a seat unfortunately. Tickets are only sold on the day at the ticket office. Tickets cannot sell out though.
Train Schedule: https://www.eservices.railway.gov.lk/
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Airport - Colombo Fort Taxi Journey time: 40 minutes
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Taxi price: Approximately 2500 rupees
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Colombo Fort - Wewurukannala Train Journey time: 3.5 Hrs
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Ticket price: 250- 460 rupees
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Wewurukannala - Salty Pelican Tuk Tuk Journey time: 10 min
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Tuk Tuk price: Approximately 300 rupees
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Useful Links:
Trains Schedule: www.eservices.railway.gov.lk/
The Salty Pelican Yoga & Surf Retreat in Hiriketiya, Sri Lanka – your ideal beachside haven. Nestled perfectly between Hiriketiya surfing bay and the tranquil Pehebiya & Dickwella beaches, we offer the ultimate paradise for relaxation, sunset beach walks and swimming. With our prime location, you'll find yourself mere steps away from the finest beaches along the south coast of Sri Lanka, ensuring that you're never far from the sun and surf.
Discover a delightful array of cafes serving exceptional coffee, a variety of restaurants, shops, beach bars, and captivating attractions, all easily accessible on foot from The Salty Pelican. And if you're feeling like a leisurely ride, tuk-tuks are readily available throughout the day, offering quick, efficient and cost-effective transportation to the surrounding beaches and local areas. Whether you need cash or groceries, you'll find ATMs, supermarkets and a variety of shops just a few minutes away, ensuring your stay is as convenient as it is enjoyable.