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Boat-access Hikkaduwa pinnacle dive with soft coral, reef fish, and a deep profile best handled by experienced operators.
About Kirala Gala
Kirala Gala is a deep Hikkaduwa reef pinnacle with soft coral, big schools of fish, and a strong advanced-diver feel.
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Research Estimate At Kirala Gala
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 12m
AccessSimple entry
CoralHealthy coral
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
Crowd / PopularityModerate
CurrentLight current
SurgeModerate surge
Where Is Kirala Gala?
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Community sourced coordinates.
Kirala Gala Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
20m - 30m
Depth Note
Public guides place the pinnacle in the 20-40m band, with a conservative max-depth baseline of 30m.
Best Season
November to April is the calmer, clearer season.
Typical Conditions
Boat-access reef pinnacle with 10-20m visibility, mild current, and moderate surge.
Safety & Access At Kirala Gala
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Surge
Safety Notes
Treat the site as a deep boat dive, keep buoyancy tight around the pinnacle, and plan conservatively for surge.
Access Restrictions
Boat access from Hikkaduwa operators is the practical path, so plan it as a guided trip.
Legal Notes
Follow boat-briefing and marine-area rules before entering the water.
Local Intel For Kirala Gala
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Best as a guided boat dive around a deep pinnacle and soft coral.
Freediving
Not a freedive-first site; the depth and boat logistics make scuba the clearer fit.
Snorkeling
This is primarily a scuba pinnacle rather than a snorkel-first stop.
Recent Logged Visits At Kirala Gala
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Kirala Gala
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility12m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
