Located between Galle and Unawatuna, the jungle beach is a petite beach that can even be reached on foot. The beach is very easily accessible and is clearly visible from the Japanese Peace Pagoda in Galle. Jungle Beach is perfect for snorkeling and is very popular for the same. Pick a day out to enjoy some great snorkeling around the rocks of the bay amidst reef fish, moray eels, barracudas, trigger fish, parrot fish, crabs, etc. But be careful of being pushed too close to the rocks by the waves.

• Guides may bully you saying the beach is tough to find. Don’t believe them.
• Don’t pay for snorkeling trips. It can be enjoyed at the beach for free.
• There is a restaurant on the beach.
• Carry sun screen.
• You can rent a snorkel gear. However try getting your own gear along.

• Train: Unawatuna Railway Station
• Katugoda Railway Station        
• Galle Railway Station
• Bus: Unawatuna Bus Stop              
• Eramudugaha Junction Bus Stop
• Katugoda Bus Stop

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