Ritipanna is the Sinhalese term for stilt fishing, which is a traditional method for fishing practiced by most fishermen along the southern coast of Sri Lanka. This art is popularly seen in areas such as Ahangama, Koggala, Welipenna, Kathaluwa and Thalarambe. A narrow pole is tied to a stick that is anchored on the sea bed. Fisher folk climb onto this stick and settle on the pole for a few hours in an effort to catch some fish.

Fishermen found on stilts are those who do not have access to sophisticated equipment for fishing. These men can make a living simply with the help of two wooden poles to make a stilt. One pole is nailed onto the sea bed and the other is placed like a cross bar and acts as a plank for the fishermen to sit on. Each stilt can accommodate only one fisherman. For catching fish, they create a rod made of Kithul, and a small plastic bag is tied around their waist to hold the fish that they catch. With one hand they hold onto the stilt and with the other they hold the rod that catches fish. The tradition of stilt fishing will always be practiced by those who cannot afford to invest in modern fishing equipment.

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"Great villa off the main road and right near the stilt fisherman and beach. Very comfortable setting with lots of wildlife and flowers"

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"It could be amazing, but it appears that they have run into some problems. Everything isn’t fully built or in order yet. The manager tried to make us to pay extra outside of Hotels.com by contacting me on whatsapp. When we were leaving, he tried to get us to pay the full bill again, in cash, which we already had paid to Hotels.com when booking."

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"The property has amazing location - on the beach and near Galle, close tea plantation, cinnamon plantation and other places to get that wonderful Sri Lankan experience. Villa is clean, staff is friendly and always eager to help. Ideal for adults or families. We would definitely come back!!! Thanks for a nice vacation."

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"We were a large party of 19 friends, getting together from various parts of the world for a reunion. It was difficult to find a place that could accommodate 19 guests and the properties South Point Ocean and South Point Villa, that we rented worked out very well for all of us. South Point Ocean is a new property with well lit and appointed rooms and right on a private beach. The pool was large and could accommodate our large group. The owner and the manager, made it very easy for me to arrange...

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"This was a clean and well kept property. We enjoyed our view of the mountains especially for sunrise. We especially enjoyed the good AC and extra large bed! The internet worked well for a little bit but then got very slow during a work call and eventually had to use my hotspot. But other than that it was a prefect stay. "

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"We had an amazing time at Riff, nothing bad to say about the place. It was extremely comfortable with great service. A fab pool and direct access to the beach. The food was delicious in both the downstairs restaurant and the rooftop restaurant - especially the grilled seafood (lobster and prawns!) and the a la carte breakfast was fantastic. We loved having drinks on the rooftop at sunset every evening, with great views and live music. Felt very spoilt! "

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"What a view! The moon pool is stunning! The Forrest school for the kids is perfect as they learn a lot vs traditional kids club. The breakfast is up to Relais and Chateaux standards with a view over the Ocean. We also experimented the SPA and the quality of the treatment was excellent. I would come back and highly recommend it for couples or family with kids."

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"Resort was great, our stay in an ocean view suite was fantastic ! everyone was very welcoming and manager Chamesh was also very helpful in booking cabs for us and sorting out things for us. Had a great experience with the resort. "

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What can I expect from my aparthotel stay in Koggala?

You’re likely to stay centrally in Koggala when you book an aparthotel or serviced apartment. Why not take time to appreciate the beaches during your visit? You can also come to Koggala for its spas and sightseeing tours.

What is the best aparthotel for a stay in Koggala?

Sri Lankan Villa is a favorite aparthotel in Koggala, featuring 2 apartments with kitchens and free WiFi as well as hotel amenities like free breakfast. In the area, a couple of other top aparthotels to consider are Cozy Sea View Inn and Vis Ta Vie -Thema Collection.

How many aparthotels are there in Koggala?

Though there aren’t many aparthotels that are bookable on Expedia and located in Koggala, you’ll find a lot of options for your stay with 70 lodging options. Let us help you find places with similar amenities such as in-room kitchens.

What should I see in Koggala?

Cultural attractions include Martin Wickramsinghe Folk Museum and Stilt Fisherman, whereas Koggala Lake and Koggala Beach are a couple of picturesque spots to enjoy the outdoors. Other places in town to visit include Kathaluwa Old Temple and Eagles’ Catalina Golf Course.

What is an aparthotel?

An aparthotel or serviced apartment features privacy and space found in an apartment and amenities you expect at a traditional hotel. Often these apartments will be located in the heart of Koggala, where you can connect with locals. Enjoy cooking in a fully-equipped kitchen and having some extra space to relax after a long day of sightseeing.

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