Ranked by the OnlyBeaches Index (OBI) โ a 1-10 score blending water purity, conditions, crowd levels and vibe. Updated every 30 minutes.
Adam's Bridge Beach
Iconic beach near Adam's Bridge with scenic views.
Kalpitiya North Beach
Hidden northern sandy beach with minimal visitors.
Mannar Main Beach
Main sandy beach on Mannar Island, popular among locals and visitors.
Pesalai North Beach
Quiet sandy beach on the northern part of Mannar Island.
Pesalai South Beach
Less visited southern stretch near Pesalai village.
Talai Mannar Beach
Small hidden beach with calm waters and peaceful environment.
Urumalai Beach
Secluded beach with scenic sunset views.
Vankalai Beach
Secluded beach ideal for relaxing and minimal crowds.
Mannar Island sits in Mannar District, Sri Lanka and is home to 8 ranked beaches on OnlyBeaches. Every beach here is scored by the OnlyBeaches Index โ a 1-10 metric blending water purity, live conditions (waves, water temperature, wind), crowd intelligence and vibe.
Whether you're after the highest-scoring beach in Mannar Island or a quieter hidden cove, the list above is refreshed every 30 minutes using live Stormglass and OpenWeather data.
