
Sea Turtle Conservation Experience
Hold a sea turtle. Release it. It will outlive you by a century.
Nature|Waikkal (45 min from Colombo airport) or Kosgoda (south coast)|2h
The experience
What you'll do
Five of the world's seven sea turtle species nest in Sri Lanka. Tour a certified conservation hatchery, hold a rescued adult turtle, and if timing allows — release a hatchling into the Indian Ocean at dusk.
What's included
- Guided conservation tour
- Turtle encounter
- Hatchling release participation (where available)
- Entry fees supporting the hatchery
What to bring
- Camera (no flash near turtles or hatchlings)
- Comfortable beach clothes