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Lakshawaththa Beach

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

The bar is located right on the Lakshawaththa Beach.There are 4 restaurants nearby.Les Clefs du Paradis - Sri Lanka is the closest place located 200 meters from the beach.

Good for Relax

/ 10 Very good

#43 out of 235
in Matara

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Lakshawaththa Beach is located on the Indian ocean and it is in the 43th place out of 235 beaches in the Sri Lanka region 135.9 km away from its center, the city of Kolombo. It is one of the beaches of Matara settlement, just 2.5 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area.

It is a spacious coastline with turquoise water and pure bright fine 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 partially crowded during the high season.

Lakshawaththa Beach coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, beach restaurant. .

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities, sup-surfing. There are also some surf spots.

This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located at some distance, within 300 meters.

8 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Polhena Beach, which has a rating of 8.1.

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Historical

+31 ^oC +26 ^oC

Air temperature

3.3 M/S

Wind

+30 ^oC

Water temperature

1.6 M

Wave height

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Beach overall scores

Water

Excellent

8.5/10

Cover

Pleasant

6.2/10

Cleanliness

Pleasant

6/10

Amenities

Poor

2.6/10

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Lakshawaththa Beach is located in Sri Lanka within Matara, which makes it easily accessible and therefore popular among travelers. In the high season this may cause some discomfort, due to the large influx of tourists.

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

"Despite the limited area for towels and seating, the beach is stunning and offers opportunities for surfing."

Landon Rivera

"The beach is incredibly peaceful and serene, making it the perfect spot to unwind. Additionally, the surf conditions are ideal for those who are new to the sport, providing a great opportunity to learn and improve."

Ravi Kumar

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"Despite the limited area for towels and seating, the beach is stunning and offers opportunities for surfing."

Landon Rivera

Ravi Kumar

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

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General features

ownership
- Public free entry
- Beach with basic amenities
occupancy
- Crowded 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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What to do in Lakshawaththa Beach? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?

If you like outdoor activities, the Lakshawaththa Beach can offer such an experience. In particular - SUP surfing. The beach stands out for an excellent base for this kind of sport. And the bonus is the gorgeous scenery from the water. Just try, we recommend it!

For those who wish to engage in something more extreme than a lazy holiday on the beach, it is worth noting that Lakshawaththa Beach is excellent for surfing. This kind of activity is suitable for beginners and for professionals. The waves in this region you can see in the photos above or study the reviews by our users. And by the way, on the beach you can take surfing coaches!

Beach surroundings

Restaurants Attractions Transport Localities

Restaurants

Les Clefs du Paradis...• 3 min walk
The Seascape• 4 min walk
Cafe-2• 12 min walk
City Line Rest• 13 min walk

Attractions

Weherahena Poorwaram...• 22 min walk
The Shrine of Our La...• 25 min walk
Magul wella• 28 min walk
පරෙවි දූව විහාරස්ථාන...• 28 min walk

Transport

KCT• 28.2km
Matara• 29 min walk
Piladuwa• 27 min walk

Localities

Matara• 2.5km
Colombo• 135.9km

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

The Lakshawaththa Beach is covered with soft and fine golden sand. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. The water is impeccably turquoise. The entrance to the water is also very convenient, covered with excellent fine sand.

What are the key activities at Lakshawaththa Beach?

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

The Lakshawaththa Beach is also suitable for the following water activities:

Sup surfing (Sup touring)
Surfing

Is the Lakshawaththa Beach good for swimming?

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

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

Is the Lakshawaththa Beach 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 pure soft sand and the entrance to the water is gentle.

Is the Lakshawaththa Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.

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

The bar is located right on the Lakshawaththa Beach.

There are 4 restaurants nearby.Les Clefs du Paradis - Sri Lanka is the closest place located 200 meters from the beach.

How far is the Lakshawaththa Beach from parking?

The Lakshawaththa Beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. It's not very close, about 300 meters.

Are there any attractions nearby Lakshawaththa Beach?

There are 4 attractions near Lakshawaththa Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Weherahena Poorwarama Rajamaha Viharaya වෙහෙරහේන පූර්වාරාම රජමහා විහාරය. located in 1.7 km. See the attractions section for details.

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

The month with the highest temperature in Lakshawaththa Beach is April. Its average value reaches 31°C. The warmest sea is in April, the average value is 30°C. The coldest month is September with air temperature 29°C and water 28°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Lakshawaththa 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.Lakshawaththa 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.