Vakarai

Sallathive

Q: Is there any food or beverages in the area of Sallathive?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Sallathive.There are 4 restaurants nearby.மஹேஸ்வரி ஸ்டோர்ஸ் is the closest place located 1900 meters from the beach.

Senior friendly

8.2

/ 10 Very good

#22 out of 235
in Vakarai

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About

Sallathive is located on the Bay of Bengal (part of Indian ocean) and it is in the 22th place out of 235 beaches in the Sri Lanka region 219.5 km away from its center, the city of Colombo. It is one of the beaches of Vakarai settlement, just 3.6 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area.

It is a long lasting coastline with crystal turquoise water and bright sand, so you don't need special shoes. The sharpness of entering the water is quite normal. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers, seniors etc. It is not crowded place during the season.

Sallathive coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, loungers and umbrellas. .

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities.

This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.

1 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Vakari Beach, which has a rating of 7.7.

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Historical

+33 ^oC +26 ^oC

Air temperature

4.9 M/S

Wind

+31 ^oC

Water temperature

0.8 M

Wave height

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Beach overall scores

Water

Exceptional

9.5/10

Cover

Tolerable

4.9/10

Cleanliness

Good

6.5/10

Amenities

Poor

3.2/10

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Sallathive is located in Sri Lanka within Vakarai, which makes it not only easily accessible, but even popular among tourists. However, during the high season it is quite uncrowded, which allows you to spend a comfortable time on the coast.

The beach stretches on the sunny coast, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.

User reviews

"The beach is truly stunning, with its crystal clear waters and soft sand. Furthermore, there are convenient local boat services available for those who wish to explore the nearby island, which can even be reached on foot during the dry season. Additionally, a fascinating shipwreck can be seen from the shore, adding to the allure of this already enchanting location."

Ravindra Kumaraswamy

"The beach we visited was a true paradise nestled in a secluded and overlooked location. Our day spent there was nothing short of amazing, however, the ability to reach Sallithevu Island was subject to the whims of the weather. Despite this, the local fishermen were incredibly kind and accommodating, as were the welcoming natives. It is unfortunate that the area is not more d..."

Rahisah Narayan

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General features

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- Public free entry
- Beach with basic amenities
occupancy
- Moderate in high season
size&shape
- Length - very long, more than 1 km
- Width - sufficient
location
- Within the settlement, roads and buildings adjacent to the beach

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Nearest Beaches

Average rating of nearest beaches is 8.1 (Very good)

Vakarai, Sri Lanka

Vakari Beach

7.7

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water, Sand bottom

Vakarai 6 km

Vakarai, Sri Lanka

Palchenai Beach

8.1

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water, Deserted

Vakarai 5.5 km

Pasikuda, Sri Lanka

Passikuda beach

8.2

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand

Pasikuda 1.9 km

Pasikuda, Sri Lanka

Pasikuda Beach

8.7

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water

Pasikuda 0.6 km

Kalkudah, Sri Lanka

Kalkudah Beach

8.5

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water, Fine sand bottom

Kalkudah 2.5 km

Sanamvali, Sri Lanka

Lanka Patuna Beach

7.6

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water, Sand bottom

Sanamvali 1.5 km

Chenkaladhi EP, Sri Lanka

Jinna Beach

8.2

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water, Fine sand bottom

Chenkaladhi EP 7 km

Chenkaladhi EP, Sri Lanka

Punnakkuda beach

7.6

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water, Sand bottom

Chenkaladhi EP 4.9 km

Beach surroundings

Restaurants Attractions Transport Localities

Restaurants

மஹேஸ்வரி ஸ்டோர்ஸ்• 24 min walk
Rose Lagoon Hotel• 27 min walk
233 Bde Shop• 3.1km
Joy Hotel• 4.1km

Attractions

Sallitheevu Beach po...• 3 min walk
Panichachankerni Bea...• 26 min walk
Vaharai Barmouth• 4.1km

Transport

KDY• 46km
Kalkudah Bus Station• 22.1km
Punanai• 18km

Localities

Vakarai• 3.6km
Colombo• 219.5km

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Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Sallathive?

The coastline of Sallathive is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at Sallathive?

For sunbathing and relaxing, Sallathive has comfortable sun loungers, and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

Is the Sallathive good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable.

Sallathive does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.

There are few boats in the bay.

Is the Sallathive good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is gentle.

Is the Sallathive secluded and good for relaxing?

There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.

What are the key audiences of Sallathive?

Sallathive can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:

Senior people

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Sallathive?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Sallathive.

There are 4 restaurants nearby.மஹேஸ்வரி ஸ்டோர்ஸ் is the closest place located 1900 meters from the beach.

How far is the Sallathive from parking?

The Sallathive has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

Are there any attractions nearby Sallathive?

There are 3 attractions near Sallathive that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Sallitheevu Beach point located in 0.2 km. See the attractions section for details.

What is the best time of the year to visit Sallathive?

The month with the highest temperature in Sallathive is June. Its average value reaches 34°C. The warmest sea is in May, the average value is 31°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 28°C and water 28°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Sallathive (Sri Lanka) is suitable for all lovers of sunbathing on the beach, because here there are basic facilities - sun loungers with umbrellas. And this fits perfectly into the concept of a comfortable holiday. There is only one possible problem, if for some reason you do not get a sunbed, then you will not have more opportunity to hide in the shade during the sunniest day time, since there is no natural shade on the beach. But can this be a stop for sunbathers? If you want to get to know more about the beach, we advise you to study the photos above.