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Gina
December 16, 2025
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The oruwa is a traditional, essentially seaworthy dugout canoe-style sailing boat used on the west coast of Sri Lanka, primarily for fishing and catching crabs in the lagoons (e.g., in Negombo), but also at sea. These boats can often be seen sailing on this beach (in the mornings).
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4.4
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49
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14.1km
03:35
30m
30m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
Moderate
4.0
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42
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10.4km
02:37
10m
10m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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7
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5.96km
01:30
10m
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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
Easy
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Elevation -120 m
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