Ahangama

Name: The Sandhya
Price range: CA $365
Rating: 9.8

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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.

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Stilt fishing is a fishing method unique to the people of Sri Lanka. When there is a combination of such a special culture and such a beautiful unknown beaches, you will return to your home with unforgettable memories

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Sri Lanka is famous for it's iconic Stilt Fishermen, a technique they invented during World War II, sadly today it is a dying art.

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Tri by Amaya

Koggala Lake Ahangama

CA $234

CA $304 total

Feb 9 - Feb 10

includes taxes & fees

Book a stay at this spa hotel in Ahangama. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Unawatuna Beach and Koggala Lake are located ...

10/10 Exceptional! (10 reviews)

Loved this little bit of paradise. The pool and view is the highlight, very quiet and tranquil, a great place to relax and unwind. Great food, fresh and very reasonable. Quiet remote but taxi or tuk tuk is easy to arrange via the reception. Rooms vary, some have better lake views than others, but ...

Reviewed on Jan 14, 2026

Hotel Kabalana

Matara Road Ahangama Southern Province

Book a stay at this beach hotel in Ahangama. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Kabalana Beach and Kathaluwa Old Temple are ...

No hot water 5 days

Reviewed on Dec 28, 2022

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The Sandhya

Kabalana Beach, Baranige Watha Ahangama Southern

CA $365

CA $479 total

Mar 2 - Mar 3

includes taxes & fees

Book a stay at this beach hotel in Ahangama. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Kabalana Beach and Kathaluwa Old Temple are ...

9.8/10 Exceptional! (34 reviews)

Amazing hotel, good location, great rooms. Staff weren’t always easy to find or available, maybe because it was early in the season.

Reviewed on Nov 22, 2025

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Amara Villa

Kabalana Rd. Ahangama Galle

Book a stay at this business-friendly villa in Ahangama. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Kabalana Beach and Kathaluwa ...

9.2/10 Wonderful! (5 reviews)

The staff were really nice and welcoming, the rooms were top notch too. We enjoyed the stay here very much!

Reviewed on Dec 22, 2025

Joe Villa

Joe Villa, Dikhena, Olaganduwa, Galle Ahangama Southern Province

Stay at this villa in Ahangama. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Handunugoda Tea Estate and Kabalana Beach are located ...

The White House Villa

Matara Rd, Goviyapana Ahangama Southern Province

Book a stay at this business-friendly villa in Ahangama. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Mirissa Beach ...

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Popular places to visit

Midigama Left Surf Break

Find out about the history of Midigama East with a stop at Midigama Left Surf Break.

Ahangama Secret Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Ahangama Secret Beach during your trip to Ahangama Central?

Things to do

Snorkeling with Turtles in Mirissa

CA $35

per adult

Snorkeling with Turtles in Mirissa

CA $49

per adult

Hikkaduwa/Galle/Mirissa: Transfer to Ella & Yala Safari

Galle/Mirissa/Tangalle: Transfer to Ella & Yala Safari

CA $33

per adult

Snorkeling On Beautiful Rock Island - Unawatuna by Boat

CA $40

per adult

Galle Fort Walking Tour with a Resident

CA $21

per adult

Madu River Boat Safari Balapitiya

CA $40

per adult

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