other · Jaffna

Remote, flat island about an hour by boat from Kurikadduwan jetty, with a few ferries a day. Known for its wild ponies descended from colonial-era horses, walls built from coral stone, an ancient baobab tree and the ruins of a Dutch fort.

Best time to visit

February to August, when the sea is calmer; leave on the first boat

Typical visit duration

Full day from Jaffna

Tips

Arrange a van or tuk-tuk on the jetty as soon as you land. Bring water, sunscreen and snacks, as shops are few. Check the time of the last boat back before you set off.