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Beyond the Waves: The Ultimate Guide to Hiriketiya's Best Cafes & Activities
From Duni's hoppers to Smoke & Bitters — plus yoga, temples, blowholes, and turtle snorkeling when you're off the board.
Hiriketiya Sri Lanka Team13 min read
From hoppers at Duni's to cocktails at Smoke & Bitters — and everything from yoga to turtle snorkeling in between.
Best Cafés & Restaurants
- Duni's — Famous for hoppers and egg hoppers at breakfast.
- Smoke & Bitters — Craft cocktails and smoked meats in a tropical garden setting.
- The Salt House — Ocean-to-table seafood with sunset views.
- Mond — Part café, part coworking, fully immersed in the bay's energy.
For the full list of dining options, see our complete restaurants guide.
Activities Beyond the Waves
- Yoga — Drop-in classes at several shalas along the bay.
- Temples — Visit the local Buddhist temple for a peaceful morning walk.
- Blowhole — A dramatic natural rock formation on the east end of the bay.
- Turtle Snorkeling — Guided trips to swim with turtles just offshore.
Browse more places to visit and day trips on the south coast.
