Arugam Bay is Sri Lanka’s surf capital — a crescent of sand and a string of world-class point breaks that draw wave-chasers from across the globe.
Off the board it’s all hammocks, beach cafés and easy days, with lagoon safaris and ancient ruins a short tuk-tuk ride away.
Best time to visit
The east coast season runs opposite to the south — May to September brings the best surf and driest weather.
Highlights
- Surf the famous Main Point break
- Sunrise lagoon safari for elephants and crocs
- Visit Kudumbigala forest monastery
- Beach-hop to Peanut Farm and Whiskey Point
