Dive For You - Hikkaduwa & South Coast
The team at Dive For You are exactly who you want when you’re diving Hikkaduwa. We’ve known them for years, and their deep knowledge of the local sites really shines through. They’re based right at Hikka Tranz, which is super convenient – you’re practically rolling out of bed onto the boat. What we love about them is their consistent professionalism, coupled with that relaxed Sri Lankan charm. They run a tight ship, as a PADI 5 Star Dive Resort should, meaning their gear is always in good nick and the briefings are thorough without being boring. We’ve spent countless hours with them exploring the local wrecks, like the Conch and the Earl of Shaftesbury, where the schools of snapper often make it hard to see the bow. They’re also brilliant at finding the smaller stuff on the reefs, pointing out leaf scorpionfish or the odd nudibranch we’d otherwise swim straight past. If you’re looking for a smooth, reliable operation with genuinely friendly faces, Dive For You is our top pick in Hikkaduwa. They’re perfect for divers who appreciate a well-run centre that still feels personal.
- Location
- Hikkaduwa & South Coast, Sri Lanka, Indian Ocean & East Africa
- Coordinates
- 6.131323, 80.100716
- Phone
- +94 72 216 5400
- [email protected]
- Website
- http://www.diveforyou.com
- Certification Agencies
- ["PADI"]
- Courses
- PADI 5 Star Dive Resort [padi:25389]
- Address
- Hikka Tranz hotel, Galle Road, Hikkaduwa, Sri Lanka
Dive Sites Near Dive For You
Dive For You provides access to 15 dive sites in Hikkaduwa & South Coast.
- AENOS - 2m (wreck)
- ALSIA - 2m (wreck)
- ASCALON - 2m (wreck)
- ASTORIA - 18m (wreck)
- Avondster - 5M
- Barrakuda Point
- Black Coral Wreck - 40 M (wreck)
- Blue Water Dive Center
- Cargo Wreck - 20 metres/65 feet (wreck)
- CHIEF DRAGON - 33m (wreck)
- CHRYSSOPIGI CROSS - 10m (wreck)
- Crow Island - 10m (reef)
- Dakune Gala
- Diyamba Gala - 33m
- Eel Rock
Other Dive Centres in Hikkaduwa & South Coast
- Divinguru Unawatuna - ["PADI"]
- Island Scuba - ["PADI"]
- Lanka Sportreizen - Marina, Bentota - ["PADI"]
- Pearl Divers - ["PADI"]
- Polhena Diving Center - ["PADI"]
- Poseidon Diving Center
- Submarine Diving School
- Weligama Bay Diving Centre - ["PADI"]
Best Time to Dive in Hikkaduwa & South Coast
The warmest water temperatures in Hikkaduwa & South Coast occur in January, averaging 28.4°C. The coolest conditions are in December at 28.4°C.
Monthly Water Temperatures
- January: 28.4°C (air: 25.8°C)
- February: 28.4°C (air: 26.4°C)
- March: 28.4°C (air: 27.1°C)
- April: 28.4°C (air: 27.4°C)
- May: 28.4°C (air: 27.4°C)
- June: 28.4°C (air: 27.2°C)
- July: 28.4°C (air: 27.0°C)
- August: 28.4°C (air: 26.8°C)
- September: 28.4°C (air: 26.6°C)
- October: 28.4°C (air: 26.4°C)
- November: 28.4°C (air: 25.9°C)
- December: 28.4°C (air: 25.9°C)
Marine Life in Hikkaduwa & South Coast
Home to 95 recorded species including 65 reef fish, 6 whales & dolphins, 6 hard corals, 5 sea snails & nudibranchs, 3 other, 2 seagrass & algae.
Notable Marine Life
- blue whale (Balaenoptera musculus) - Whales & Dolphins
- Red lionfish (Pterois miles) - Reef Fish
- Sperm Whale (Physeter macrocephalus) - Whales & Dolphins
- Olive Ridley (Lepidochelys olivacea)
- Orange-lined Triggerfish (Balistapus undulatus) - Reef Fish
- Species code: Hp (Halodule pinifolia) - Seagrass & Algae
- Giant trevally (Caranx ignobilis) - Reef Fish
- Barracuda (Acanthocybium solandri) - Reef Fish
- Swordfish (Xiphias gladius) - Reef Fish
- thalassia (Thalassia hemprichii) - Seagrass & Algae
Recommended Packing List for Hikkaduwa & South Coast
Based on average water temperature of 28.4°C.
- Shorty or Rashguard - warm 28°C water needs minimal exposure protection
- Mask - essential for every dive
- Fins
- BCD - buoyancy compensator
- Regulator - your most safety-critical piece of gear
- Dive Computer - tracks depth, time, and NDL
- Surface Marker Buoy (SMB) - essential for boat pickups
- Dive Torch - useful for crevices and colour at depth
- Underwater Camera - capture your diving memories