Smoke & Bitters
Our favourite beachfront bar & smokehouse also voted number 14 on Asias's 50 Best Bars of 2025! Featuring inventive cocktails and delicious dishes. Book ahead - this place gets busy. (ask for the 6pm sunset spot)
Mond Café
Sleek jungle‑meets-modern space with fast Wi‑Fi and Sri Lankan‑inspired brunch - great for digital nomads, creatives & creators.
La Playa
Mediterranean‑fusion menu (grilled fish, prawn pasta, fresh cocktails) chilled beanbag vibe right on the beach.
Dots Bay House
Laid-back café with indoor‑outdoor seating, good for a coffee break or evening drinks with occasional live music.
CALMA SURF SCHOOL in Kudawella
Offers a peaceful, beginner-friendly surf experience on a quiet beach, paired with yoga sessions and fresh, wholesome food in a laid-back beachfront setting.
Sunset at Raa
Chill atmosphere, and arrack cocktails just meters from the shore. Great for a low-key, toes-in-the-sand sunset hangout.
Safari in Udawalawe National Park
Particularly known for its large elephant population and diverse wildlife. Visitors can choose from various safari options, including morning, afternoon, or full-day tours, typically conducted in jeeps with experienced guides. 90 minutes from our villa we can arrange this tour which includes an elephant orphanage.
Kayaking
A serene way to explore Sri Lanka’s coastline and waterways, gliding through mangroves, hidden lagoons, and quiet stretches of sea. Ideal for spotting wildlife and enjoying the scenery at your own pace. Choose early morning for a great sunrise or dusk for sunset.
The best time to visit the Dikwella and Hiriketiya area is from December to March, when days are warm and dry, and evenings cooler and comfortable. April to May bring plenty of sunshine too but with higher temperatures & humidity. June & October in the Southern part of the country tends to bring the most rain. However July to September - the slow season is also a great time to go, whilst it does have some unpredictable weather it also has some long sunny spells and this is when prices are more affordable.
Our Location is up in the Hills of Hiriketiya/Dikwella Bay.
Tucked above one of the island’s most beloved surf and swim beaches, The Green Escape offers both jungle seclusion and access to:
Big Buddha Temple (Walasgala) (5 mins by tuk-tuk)
Sri Lanka's largest Buddha is a serene and iconic spiritual site just minutes away from Green Escapes, offering peaceful surroundings and stunning views acros Dikwella—perfect for reflection and cultural exploration.
Hiriketiya Bay (10 mins by tuk-tuk)
A crescent-shaped surf beach perfect for a morning swim, longboard session, or fresh juice on the sand.
Dikwella Beach (9 mins by tuk-tuk)
Just below the villa, calm and spacious with shallow waters, local fishers, and pastel sunsets.
Talalla Bay (25 mins by tuk-tuk)
Soft sands, wide skies, and an unhurried pace — ideal for slow walks, swims, or sunrise solitude.
Kudawella Blowhole (Hummanaya) (15 mins by tuk-tuk)
A natural ocean geyser tucked into the rocks — most spectacular at high tide and best visited early or late in the day.
Galle (90 minutes in a car) Further up the coast, Galle needs a mention. It's one of Sri Lanka's most famous destinations due to it being home to the cricket grounds. It's also great for shopping and dining.
Getting Here:
3 hours from Colombo Airport
Private transfers arranged on request
Scenic train routes & stops nearby
