Pottuvil

Pottuvil Beach

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

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Pottuvil Beach.There are 4 restaurants nearby.MAMA'S Restaurant Arugambay is the closest place located 3600 meters from the beach.

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#212 out of 235
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Pottuvil Beach is located on the Bay of Bengal (part of Indian ocean) and it is in the 212th place out of 235 beaches in the Sri Lanka region 220.3 km away from its center, the city of Colombo. It is one of the beaches of Pottuvil settlement, just 2 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area.

It is a spacious coastline with 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 etc. It is not crowded place during the season.

Pottuvil Beach coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature. .

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.

5 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Whiskey Beach, which has a rating of 7.8.

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Historical

+33 ^oC +26 ^oC

Air temperature

5.9 M/S

Wind

+30 ^oC

Water temperature

1.1 M

Wave height

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Beach overall scores

Water

Excellent

8.5/10

Cover

Pleasant

6.2/10

Cleanliness

Frustrating

4/10

Amenities

Bad

1/10

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Pottuvil Beach is located in Sri Lanka within Pottuvil, 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 a wonderful spot to unwind and soak up the sun. The refreshing sea breeze and serene surroundings make it an ideal location for relaxation. It's a great place to escape the hustle and bustle of daily life and simply unwind. On Fridays, the beach is a popular destination for holidaymakers seeking a tranquil getaway."

Rivya Tareen

"Despite the unsightly litter strewn about, one cannot deny the allure of the stunning ocean and surrounding natural landscape."

Kazimir Kovalenko

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Rivya Tareen

"Despite the unsightly litter strewn about, one cannot deny the allure of the stunning ocean and surrounding natural landscape."

Kazimir Kovalenko

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Stays nearby

A good place to stay! Lots of accommodation options nearby.

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Beach features

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General features

ownership
- Public free entry
- Virgin beach with no amenities
occupancy
- Moderate in high season
size&shape
- Length - long, about 500 meters
- Width - narrow
location
- Within the settlement, roads and buildings adjacent to the beach

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Nearest Beaches

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.1 (Good)

Arugam Bay, Sri Lanka

Arugam Bay Beach

7.8

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand

Arugam Bay 0.5 km

Pottuvil, Sri Lanka

Whiskey Beach

7.8

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

Pottuvil 3.7 km

Ulla, Sri Lanka

Peanut Farm Beach

7.5

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand

Ulla 4 km

Komari, Sri Lanka

Sangaman Kandy Beach

7.7

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise water

Komari 5 km

Beach surroundings

Restaurants Attractions Transport Localities

Restaurants

MAMA'S Restaurant Ar...• 3.5km
Tom and Jerry• 3.5km
Salty Swamis Arugam...• 3.7km
The Sketch• 3.7km

Attractions

මුහුදු මහා විහාර වෙර...• 11 min walk
Pottuvil surf point• 18 min walk
Anasco Farm• 23 min walk
Pottuvil Kalapuwa• 29 min walk

Transport

GOY• 56.9km
Potuvil Police Stati...• 29 min walk
Batticaloa Railway S...• 95.7km

Localities

Pottuvil• 2km
Colombo• 220.3km

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Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Pottuvil Beach?

The coastline of Pottuvil Beach is covered with golden sand. It's relatively clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. The water is impeccably turquoise. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at Pottuvil Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Pottuvil Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

Is the Pottuvil Beach good for swimming?

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

The waves in the Pottuvil Beach are usually strong.

Is the Pottuvil Beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is gentle.

Is the Pottuvil Beach 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.

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Pottuvil Beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Pottuvil Beach.

There are 4 restaurants nearby.MAMA'S Restaurant Arugambay is the closest place located 3600 meters from the beach.

How far is the Pottuvil Beach from parking?

The Pottuvil Beach 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 Pottuvil Beach?

There are 4 attractions near Pottuvil Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are මුහුදු මහා විහාර වෙරළ | Muhudu Mahavihara Beach located in 0.8 km. See the attractions section for details.

What is the best time of the year to visit Pottuvil Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Pottuvil Beach 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?

Pottuvil Beach (Sri Lanka) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Pottuvil Beach (Sri Lanka) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.