Many travel websites sell stilt fishermen photography inside a long, expensive day package. If you simply want beautiful photos of Sri Lanka’s stilt fishermen, you can book directly with us: a Koggala family whose father and grandfather were ritipanna (stilt fishermen). You pay a fair price, the money stays with the fishing families, and you hear the story behind every picture.
Our Stilt Fishermen Experience costs $10 per person for about 15 minutes, including the fishing demonstration, the photo session on a traditional stilt and a King Coconut. For a longer photography session, a group or a private shoot, message us and we will give you a clear price before you come. Nothing extra is asked on the day.
See all prices on our booking page, and read why stilt fishing prices vary so much online.
We know which stilts are photo stilts and which are real fishing stilts, we know the light on this coast in every season, and we can tell you honestly whether the fish are in. Your booking supports the families who keep this tradition alive. Read the truth about photo stilts and real fishing.
Send us your date, the time you prefer (sunrise or sunset) and how many people. We reply with availability and tell you honestly what the sea and the fish are doing that week.
Book on WhatsApp See experiences and pricesOur Stilt Fishermen Experience is $10 per person for about 15 minutes, including the photo session on a traditional stilt, a fishing demonstration and a King Coconut. Message us for longer or private sessions.
Yes. A fisherman helps you climb onto a stilt in shallow water so you can be photographed safely.
Sunrise and late afternoon to sunset. Midday light is harsh.
Send us a WhatsApp message on +94 72 144 3192 with your date, sunrise or sunset, and number of people.
Planning your visit? Read our full Stilt Fishing in Sri Lanka visitor guide.
