Fishing in Negombo Lagoon

A total of 140 species of fish has been recorded in this lagoon. This lagoon is a very shallow. The maximum tidal range, at just outside open sea, inside the lagoon, is 62 cm. And the mean tidal range, at just outside the inlet, is 30 cm. The mean tidal range remained 10 cm within the lagoon. There are fairly large Ja-ella and Attanagalla rivers, in which the lagoon makes rich. Even Barramundis are found in right spots.

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About this fishing trip

Best season : All year around
Available : Daily
Arranging time needed : 1 day
Hottest month : 

Best time to start : Early mornings & afternoons
Starting point : Kadolkele or Katunayake
Whole touring time hrs : 4-5
Number of anglers : Max 3
Fishing possible : Lure / Trolling / Fly

Restrictions : Do not leave plastics behind / Please do not feed wild animals.

Basic price includes : Boat with sunshade / Local fishing guide / Fishing gear with bait / All Gov tax.

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Optional : A well-spoken local animal expert / historian could be arranged with an additional fee.

You may bring : Water / Hat and sun glass / Sun cream / Camera

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