Bolgoda Lake Bolgoda, presumed to be the largest natural lake in Sri Lanka, covers almost two thirds of the Kalutara district, extending from Anguruwatota to Piliyandala. It is also the largest fresh water lake in Sri Lanka The lake's depth is said to range from 20-50 feet. History During the Dutch period of Sri Lanka's history, (1624 - 1798) Bolgoda Lake was extensively used to transport people and goods from the upper stream of Kalu Ganga, particularly, from Ratnapura District. It was utilized as a very popular and convenient mode of transport of logs from the Sinharaja forest, in the upper reaches of the river to the many timber mills in Moratuwa. The islands on the lake served as resting places for ferrymen. Natural beauty and utility value
The Bolgoda Lake in Sri Lanka has an eco system, which is rich in bio diversity. It is a rich Mangrove habitat with wide biodiversity of fauna and flora.
Bio-diversity
The Bolgoda Lake has an eco-system rich in bio-diversity. It is a mangrove habitat rich in fauna and flora.
It has • 45 varieties of fish of which 5 are hereditary.
• 40 varieties of reptiles of which 7 are hereditary.
• 15 varieties of amphibia of which 2 are hereditary.
• 31 mammal varieties.
Available Facilities
- AC Room
- Reception Hall
- 24 Hrs Room Service
- IDD Telephone facilities
- Wi-fi Free Area
- Swimming Pool
- Baby Pool
- Satellite TV
- Safety Deposit Lockers
- FAX mail facilities
- Internet Facilities
- Rent a Car Taxi Service- Laundry Services- Out Door Catering Service- Credit Card Facilities- News Desk
River Excursions
- Big game fishing
- Motor Boat Riding
- Padding Swan Boat
- Service of naturalists
Weddings/Restaurant
- Restaurant (Sri Lankan, Chinese, Western cuisines)
- Bar facilities (Local and foreign wines and spirits)
- Entertainment Facilities
- Live Band
- Karaoke
- DJ System
- Animator
- Project and Large Screen
- Badminton
