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This tour steers clear of large resort-style hotels that are filled each year with package tourists. Instead, this tour uses our favourite guesthouses that are unique and also provides much needed employment to the people from the surrounding towns and villages. Hotels such as Garden Beach in Kosgoda – just one of two hotels located on the beach where Marine Turtles come to nest along the west coast, promotes the conservation of this species.
Globally, all seven species of marine turtles existing are endangered. Out of these seven, five species of sea turtles come ashore to nest in Sri Lanka. The process of marine turtles nesting, hatchlings being born, and swimming back to sea is an ancient and phenomenal ritual that is fascinating to observe. You have an opportunity to contribute the Marine Turtle Conservation efforts through the project in Kosgoda where you will observe this endangered species without interfering with its natural breeding habits.
With regards to activities, Mirissa water sports, a charitable organization helps to generate employment for the youth from the tsunami affected coastal areas by training these them as guides and handling of various water sports activities. Using these services and facilities itself is an invaluable contribution towards uplifting their standard of living.
The tour operator uses only experienced local drivers and guides who are ever willing to share their knowledge with you. All drivers are employed on fair terms, ensuring they receive a proper wage for their services and have access to acceptable facilities, including good, clean, comfortable accommodation. In addition local staff is employed for Sales, IT and technical development, web production, writing, and handling holiday enquiries.
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