Weligama, the "sandy village," is where Sri Lanka's wild ocean and surf culture collide. Long left to fishermen and their traditional stilt poles, the bay is now a hub for boards, breaks, and a buzzing coastal community. Offshore, the biggest show happens with the blue whales. Cruising just beyond the surf lineup, the largest animals on Earth pass through the same waters where kids paddle out at dawn.
Sri Lanka's first dedicated marine conservation research and education organization, founded to address critical gaps in marine science within the country. They lead pioneering marine mammal studies, promote ocean literacy in coastal communities, and mentor the next generation of ocean advocates through outreach and training.