Sri Lanka’s coastline is an important nesting ground for several sea turtle species, and conservation hatcheries, particularly around Bentota and Kosgoda, work to protect eggs and support hatchling releases. Visits typically include a look at the conservation process, from egg collection to incubation, with the chance to take part in a hatchling release when seasonally available. It’s a hands-on, family-friendly way to understand the pressures facing turtle populations and the efforts addressing them. Additionally, evening beach walks during nesting season occasionally offer a rare chance to see nesting turtles firsthand.