Dive-site story
Located just off the coast of Unawatuna, this shallow fringing reef features granite boulders scattered across sandy gullies and patches of hard corals. Divers encounter reef fish cruising along the gentle slopes, with crevices sheltering crustaceans and smaller benthic species.
Extensive boulder structures encrusted with table and brain corals
Frequent sightings of moray eels hunting within the rocky undercuts
Sheltered conditions typical of the southwest coast during the winter diving season
Location
Use the map to plan with your operator and confirm the exact entry point on the day.
Seasonality
The northeast monsoon brings calm seas and optimal underwater visibility to southern Sri Lanka.
Marine life
| Species | Likelihood | J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Humphead WrasseCheilinus undulatus | Seasonal | ||||||||||||
| Giant MorayGymnothorax javanicus | Common | ||||||||||||
| Blue-spotted StingrayNeotrygon kuhlii | Common | ||||||||||||
| Oriental SweetlipsPlectorhinchus vittatus | Common | ||||||||||||
| PorcupinefishDiodon hystrix | Common |
Marine forecast
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