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Ritipanna is the Sinhalese term for stilt fishing, which is a traditional method for fishing practiced by most fishermen along the southern coast of Sri Lanka. This art is popularly seen in areas such as Ahangama, Koggala, Welipenna, Kathaluwa and Thalarambe. A narrow pole is tied to a stick that is anchored on the sea bed. Fisher folk climb onto this stick and settle on the pole for a few hours in an effort to catch some fish. Fishermen found on stilts are those who do not have access to sophisticated equipment for fishing. These men can make a living simply with the help of two wooden poles to make a stilt. One pole is nailed onto the sea bed and the other is placed like a cross bar and acts as a plank for the fishermen to sit on. Each stilt can accommodate only one fisherman. For catching fish, they create a rod made of Kithul, and a small plastic bag is tied around their waist to hold the fish that they catch. With one hand they hold onto the stilt and with the other they hold the rod that catches fish. The tradition of stilt fishing will always be practiced by those who cannot afford to invest in modern fishing equipment.
Ritipanna is the Sinhalese term for stilt fishing, which is a traditional method for fishing practiced by most fishermen along the southern coast of Sri Lanka. This art is popularly seen in areas such as Ahangama, Koggala, Welipenna, Kathaluwa and Thalarambe. A narrow pole is tied to a stick that is anchored on the sea bed. Fisher folk climb onto this stick and settle on the pole for a few hours in an effort to catch some fish. Fishermen found on stilts are those who do not have access to sophisticated equipment for fishing. These men can make a living simply with the help of two wooden poles to make a stilt. One pole is nailed onto the sea bed and the other is placed like a cross bar and acts as a plank for the fishermen to sit on. Each stilt can accommodate only one fisherman. For catching fish, they create a rod made of Kithul, and a small plastic bag is tied around their waist to hold the fish that they catch. With one hand they hold onto the stilt and with the other they hold the rod that catches fish. The tradition of stilt fishing will always be practiced by those who cannot afford to invest in modern fishing equipment.
Sri Lanka is unique for its Stilt Fishermen - fishermen who sit on small benches on poles stuck into the water a few meters offshore and fish for small reef fish called ‘Bollu’ and ‘Koramburuwo’
Thunderstorm rolling in from the Indian Ocean at sunset. If you don't mind getting wet then sit on the wall of the Fort an take in the breathtaking sight.
Loved our stay in Koggala Beach Hotel, Sri Lanka. The beach was dreamy. #beach

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Beach hopping

Habaraduwa

Skal du til Habaraduwa, bør du få med deg severdigheter som Koggalasjøen og Eagles' Catalina Golf Course.

Habaraduwa
Tabula Rasa Resort & Spa

Tabula Rasa Resort & Spa

4 out of 5
Polkanda Road Galle Habraduwa
Du kan bo på dette hotellet med spa under oppholdet i Koggala. Stedet tilbyr følgende tjenester/fasiliteter: wi-fi (inkludert), parkering (inkludert) og spa ...
9,4/10 Exceptional! (11 anmeldelser)
Room was excellent, food & drinks were great, staff exceptionally friendly and curteous. Hotel is a little remote, but that's the appeal - 20 min walk into the local town / beach, and 10 minute Tuktuk back up the hill. (Usually LKR 500 - £1.25 or thereabouts)

Anmeldelse skrevet 28. jan. 2026

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Tabula Rasa Resort & Spa
The Fortress Resort & Spa Galle

The Fortress Resort & Spa Galle

5 out of 5
Habaraduwa Koggala Galle
Prisen er 2 870 kr per natt fra 23. feb. til 24. feb.
2 870 kr
23. feb.–24. feb.
inkludert skatter og avgifter
Du kan bo på dette hotellet i luksuriøs stil under oppholdet i Koggala. Stedet tilbyr følgende tjenester/fasiliteter: wi-fi (inkludert), parkering (inkludert) ...
9,4/10 Exceptional! (105 anmeldelser)
Et herlig opphold
Et fantastisk hotell, med nydelig beliggenhet. De ansatte er svært vennlige og yter den beste service, uten at det blir påtrengende. Nydelig mat (beste vi fikk på Sri Lanka), og deilige behandlinger i spa. Betal litt ekstra for rom mot havet, det er virkelig verdt det!

Anmeldelse skrevet 16. okt. 2018

The Fortress Resort & Spa Galle
Ko Lake Villa Rooms lakeside Beach

Ko Lake Villa Rooms lakeside Beach

3 out of 5
Madol Duwa Rd, Madolduwa Road, Ahangama Koggala Southern Province
Prisen er 765 kr per natt fra 11. feb. til 12. feb.
765 kr
11. feb.–12. feb.
inkludert skatter og avgifter
Du kan bo i dette gjestehuset under turen til Koggala. Stedet tilbyr følgende tjenester/fasiliteter: wi-fi (inkludert), parkering (inkludert) og 2 restauranter. ...
Ko Lake Villa Rooms lakeside Beach
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Laveste pris per natt funnet de siste 24 timene, basert på et opphold på 1 natt for 2 voksne. Priser og tilgjengelighet kan endre seg. Ytterligere vilkår kan gjelde.
Sri Lankan Villa

Sri Lankan Villa

3 out of 5
No 126, Giniwella Road Koggala Southern Province
Du kan bo på dette leilighetshotellet ved stranden under oppholdet i Koggala. Stedet tilbyr følgende tjenester/fasiliteter: frokost (inkludert), wi-fi (inkludert) ...
10/10 Exceptional! (4 anmeldelser)
Immaculate cleanliness, very spacious luxurious room. Its a little away from the bustle so it has a few advantages and drawbacks. Excellent value for money in what you get, really nicely appointed accomodation. Having a washing machine is also very convenient. Very enjoyable stay, would highly ...

Anmeldelse skrevet 26. jan. 2026

Sri Lankan Villa
South Point Cottage - Whole Villa 3 Bedrooms (Sleeps 6)

South Point Cottage - Whole Villa 3 Bedrooms (Sleeps 6)

3.5 out of 5
South Point Cottage, Ahangama Koggala Southern Province
Du kan bo i denne villaen med familievennlig profil under oppholdet i Koggala. Stedet tilbyr følgende tjenester/fasiliteter: wi-fi (inkludert), parkering (inkludert) ...
10/10 Exceptional! (1 anmeldelse)
We had originally booked South Point Cottage but didn’t end up staying there – the owner has a few properties and we were placed at South Point Abbey instead. The Abbey is a gorgeous old colonial villa right on the ocean, with four big bedrooms that could easily fit two families. The walls are built ...

Anmeldelse skrevet 19. aug. 2025

South Point Cottage - Whole Villa 3 Bedrooms (Sleeps 6)
The Chalet - Whole Villa 2 Bedroom (Sleeps 4)

The Chalet - Whole Villa 2 Bedroom (Sleeps 4)

4 out of 5
Matara Rd Koggala Southern Province
Du kan bo i denne villaen under turen til Koggala. Stedet tilbyr følgende tjenester/fasiliteter: wi-fi (inkludert), parkering (inkludert) og privat basseng. ...
The Chalet - Whole Villa 2 Bedroom (Sleeps 4)
Se alle overnattingssteder i Koggala
Laveste pris per natt funnet de siste 24 timene, basert på et opphold på 1 natt for 2 voksne. Priser og tilgjengelighet kan endre seg. Ytterligere vilkår kan gjelde.

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Kathaluwa gamle tempel

Du kan utforske den fascinerende historien til Koggala med en tur innom Kathaluwa gamle tempel. Området har strender du bør oppleve.

Kathaluwa gamle tempel

Martin Wickramsinghe folkemuseum

Pass på å sette av tid til å se gjennom utstillingene ved Martin Wickramsinghe folkemuseum mens du besøker Koggala. Dette kulturelle området har strender og sjøutsikt du bør oppleve.

Martin Wickramsinghe folkemuseum

Styltefisker

Få deg en kulturell opplevelse når du stikker innom Styltefisker i Koggala. Området har strender du bør oppleve.

Styltefisker

Opplevelser

Day tour Of Gall From Colombo by Sigiritrip Tours - Sri Lanka

Privat dagstur til Galle fra Colombo og Negombo

985 kr
per voksen
Privat dagstur til Galle fra Colombo og Negombo
Galle Full-Day Tour

Galle dagstur - Colombo til Galle tur - All Inclusive

887 kr
per voksen
Galle dagstur - Colombo til Galle tur - All Inclusive
Tuk

All Inclusive - Morning Beach Safari av TukTuk fra Galle

985 kr
per voksen
All Inclusive - Morning Beach Safari av TukTuk fra Galle
Hikkaduwa/Galle/Weligama/Mirissa: Yala National Park Safari

Hikkaduwa/Galle/Weligama/Mirissa: Safari i Yala nasjonalpark

860 kr
per voksen
Hikkaduwa/Galle/Weligama/Mirissa: Safari i Yala nasjonalpark
Galle Private Day Tour With Stilt Fishing From Colombo & Negombo

Galle privat dagstur med stiltfiske fra Colombo og Negombo

690 kr
per voksen
Galle privat dagstur med stiltfiske fra Colombo og Negombo
Galle Dutch fort Sri Lanka

Privat dagstur til Galle - fra Colombo

1 379 kr
per voksen
Privat dagstur til Galle - fra Colombo
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One of the best place to snorkel

Unawatuna

Fisherman fishing on stilt

Ahangama