Koggala is rapidly becoming a luxury holiday destination and the list of things to do in Koggala, Sri Lanka is ever growing. Popular day trips in the area include cruises along the serene Koggala Lake, leisurely hours on the beach and even visits to the Koggala sea turtle hatchery and farm. In truth, nothing beats seeing turtles swim freely in their natural habitat but since they are endangered, it doesn’t hurt to visit a sanctuary. Turtle sanctuaries such as the one in Koggala are doing their part to save these mysterious sea creatures from extinction.
Habaraduwa and Koggala located some sea turtle hatcheries within a non-profit program to conserve this endangered animal. This place takes in wounded and disabled turtles then heals and treats them till they reach good health. These turtles are brought from areas like Pelena, Mirissa, Unawatuna, and Walliwela. Then the hatcheries release the turtles back to where they belong which is the great ocean and you will be able to see five types of stunning turtles in here such as the Green turtle, Olive ridley turtle, Leatherback turtle, Hawksbill turtle, and the Loggerhead turtle.
