Kosgoda Turtle Hatchery

The story

Kosgoda is home to several small turtle hatcheries that protect sea-turtle eggs from predators and poachers. After collected nests hatch in protected sand pits, baby turtles are released at dusk — a magical moment for visitors and a vital boost for local conservation. The hatcheries also care for injured adult turtles rescued from fishing nets.

Highlights

• Hatchling release at sunset
• Injured turtle rehabilitation
• Educational conservation centre
• Easy stop between Galle and Bentota

Things to do here

1. 1Watch baby turtles released at sunset
2. 2Learn about the five sea-turtle species in Sri Lankan waters
3. 3See rescued adult turtles being rehabilitated
4. 4Adopt a nest or sponsor a hatchling release
5. 5Combine with a Bentota river or beach day trip
6. 6Photograph hatchlings before their journey to the ocean