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Marine wildlife spot

Kalpitiya (dolphins)

කල්පිටිය (ඩොල්ෆින්) கற்பிட்டி (டொல்பின்கள்)

5 species

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Large pods of spinner dolphins are seen off Kalpitiya in the calm north-east monsoon months; the lagoon side has seagrass and mangroves.

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Fees for this place have not been added yet. Ask at the entrance or check with the Department of Wildlife Conservation.

Fees are set by the government and change from time to time. Confirm at the gate or on the official booking site before you go.

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