Hiriketiya, a quiet bay for focus

Hiriketiya is a small, jungle-ringed bay just outside Dikwella, at the eastern end of the south coast's surf towns. It is walkable and low-key, and popular with remote workers who want a simple routine away from the busier beaches.

• Best timeNovember to April (book early for December to March)
• Getting thereExpressway to Dikwella, or the coastal train to Matara and a tuk-tuk
• Good forQuiet stays, surf for most levels
• NearbyMirissa, Weligama