Situated inKarainagar, Jaffna district, Casuarina beach is one of the many beaches in the Jaffna peninsula. It lies on the north Karaitivu island which is one of the largest islands in the peninsula which connects to the mainland by a causeway.The name is derived from the many Casuarina tree’s grown alongside the beach. Also called and written as Cashoorina, Casoorina and few other variants this beach is a truly unique one compared to many of the beaches around the island.

Named one of the best beaches in Jaffna it is unique due to certain factors such as the crystal-clear waters and the shallow beach where you could walk through the water for a few miles. There is little to no waves here at all and the sand is a unique color which makes it all the more distinctive. The shallow waters here are used for prawn farming and fishermen utilize a unique raft like boat to fish here which is a unique sight. Another family friendly beach that can be enjoyed by all age groups due to the shallowness of the beach one can wade out further into the waters and experience the rich biodiversity within. Casuarina beach seems to be completely cut off from the outside works as it is isolated from the main towns in the area which provides with an excellent opportunity to experience a calming atmosphere and feel refreshed which is a rare chance in the main city’s flurry of activity. The beach is relatively free of tourists and locals so it is the idealoccasion to have the beach all to yourself and enjoy a picnic under the sun undisturbed. Water sports such as jet skiing, paragliding, deep sea diving and surfing are conducted via numerous beach resorts and clubs surrounding the Casuarina beach. Visitors here can get professionally trained by individuals and safely engage in the above-mentioned activities for reasonable prices. You can find a few smoothie shacks and hotels flocked around the beach which offers delectable delicacies unique to the culture in Jaffna. Fresh toddy harvested from the palms are often available via toddy sellers that roam the beach. A cup of toddy and a hot Vadai is a famous past time enjoyed by many that visit the beach while viewing uninterrupted sunsets in the horizon.

Post-civil war Jaffna has begun to open its doors to the outside world and for tourists with locals from all over the island flocking here to experience the rich Hindu culture, the cuisine and enthralling destinations that is incomparable to other coasts in the island. The once deserted Casuarina beach has slowly begun to draw in curious crowds to experience the hidden beauty of the north. Although you’ll find relatively few resorts or boutique hotels in here, there are a few resorts that caters to travelers willing to visit the northern borders of the island. Make sure you make a pit stop at the gorgeous shores of the Casuarina beach and have a sip of the freshest toddy with its acquired taste.