Manalkadu Desert
A surprising belt of rolling sand dunes along the northeast coast, where a colonial church of St. Anthony lies half-buried in the drifting sand near a fishing village.
At a glance
- Entry fee: Free
- Opening hours: Daylight hours
- Time needed: 1 hour
- Best time: Late afternoon, for the light on the dunes
Getting there
Near Manalkadu on the northeast coast, about 30km from Jaffna past Point Pedro.
Frequently asked questions
- How much does it cost to visit Manalkadu Desert?
- Free.
- What are the opening hours at Manalkadu Desert?
- Daylight hours.
- How long should I spend at Manalkadu Desert?
- Plan for 1 hour.
- When is the best time to visit Manalkadu Desert?
- Late afternoon, for the light on the dunes.
- How do I get to Manalkadu Desert?
- Near Manalkadu on the northeast coast, about 30km from Jaffna past Point Pedro.