Lie back and indulge amidst white-sand beaches and mesmerizing reefs when holidaying in the captivating beach town of Kalkudah. Untouched by modernity, Kalkudah is a pristine beach on the East coast of Sri Lanka – a spectacular destination that offers the perfect blend of relaxation and excitement; an ideal choice for a tropical getaway.

Slip into a hammock as you take in the sheer beauty of cobalt blue waters lapping against the white sands.This secluded beach affords captivating sunsets for delightful evening strolls. Adorned with coconut palms, Kalkudah is the ideal stretch for swimming, as the water here is only knee high for an extent of more than one kilometer.

Tourists looking to travel to Kalkudah have the opportunity to engage in many activities such as taking a cycling tour around the town for a unique insight into the local culture.

To get to both Kalkudah beach via public transport, there are regular buses from the main Batticaloa bus station. Batticaloa can be reached by bus or train from many Sri Lankan towns and cities such as Colombo, Kandy or even Arugam Bay. It is a 30 minute bus ride from Batticaloa to Valachchenai from where you can take a tuk-tuk ride to Kalkudah beach.