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Stilt fishermen on their poles in the surf at Koggala

Viewpoint · Thalpe and Koggala

Stilt fishermen at Koggala

The traditional stilt fishing poles in the shallows at Koggala. Real fishing happens at dawn and dusk; at other times the fishermen often pose for a fee.

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Best season
December to April.
Time to allow
30 min (at least 20 min)
Best time of day
Sunset
Entry
LKR 500 to LKR 2,000 (estimate)
What to wear
Everyday clothes. Sun hat and sunscreen help.
Good for
Easy going, families

Expect to be asked for a tip if you photograph or climb a pole.

Photos

Mangroves on the edge of Koggala Lagoon
Mangroves on the edge of Koggala Lagoon
A palm-shaded shore of Koggala Lagoon
A palm-shaded shore of Koggala Lagoon
The house of the writer Martin Wickramasinghe at Koggala
The house of the writer Martin Wickramasinghe at Koggala

More information

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