East Coast
Arugam Bay
Sri Lanka's surf capital
A long sandy bay on the wild east coast — world-class point breaks, beach shacks, lagoon safaris and elephants next door.
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Plan my Arugam Bay trip
Best time
May – September
How to get there
7h drive from Colombo · 4h from Ella
Region
East Coast
About the place
Why travelers fall for Arugam Bay
Arugam Bay swings into life from May to September, when the south-west monsoon delivers Sri Lanka's best surf. Days are spent on the points and palm-shaded sands, with side trips to Kumana and Lahugala parks for elephants, peacocks and lagoon birdlife.
Known for
- 01Main Point surf
- 02Whiskey Point
- 03Kumana safaris
- 04Beach-shack life
Things to do
Unmissable in Arugam Bay
01
Main Point
A long, peeling right-hand point break that draws surfers from around the world.
02
Whiskey & Peanut Farm
Quieter secondary breaks perfect for intermediates and dawn sessions.
03
Kumana safari
A bird-rich, elephant-friendly park with fewer jeeps than Yala.
04
Pottuvil lagoon
Sunset paddle through mangroves to spot crocodiles, elephants and kingfishers.
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