Surfing Guide to Sri Lanka
Summary
Sri Lanka is a tropical paradise located in the Indian Ocean and is becoming increasingly popular among surfers around the world. With its warm waters, consistent swells, and beautiful beaches, Sri Lanka offers fantastic surfing conditions for surfers of all levels. Whether you’re a beginner looking to catch your first wave or an experienced surfer seeking an adrenaline rush, Sri Lanka has got you covered!
Sri Lanka is not only great for its surf, it also has a vibrant culture, beautiful nature and stunning wildlife. Add on the cheap cost of living and you got yourself a top tier surfing destination!
Best places to surf in Sri Lanka
Arugam Bay
Arugam Bay is a world-class surf town located on the east coast of Sri Lanka. It has a perfect laid-back atmosphere, several hotels, restaurants and bars as well as a few surf spots surrounding it. Main Point is right by Arugam Bay while Peanut Farm, Elephant Rock and Whiskey Point are all a bit further out of town.
Read our complete surfing guide to Arugam Bay
Mirissa
Mirissa is a small surf town just between Matara and Weligama with a great vibe and amazing surf spots. The bay of Mirissa offers a beautiful right-hand wave.
Weligama
Weligama is a charming surf town located on the south coast, just a few kilometers west of Mirissa. It’s known for its long sandy beach, gentle rolling waves, and a relaxed atmosphere. It tends to get pretty busy, having several big hotels and surf schools.
Read our complete surfing guide to South Sri Lanka
Ahangama and Midigama
Further west of Weligama and the two small towns called Ahangama and Midigama which are close to some of the best surf spots and reef breaks of south Sri Lanka. Rams and Lazy Left are two notable surf spots that are very popular and consistent.
Hikkaduwa
Hikkaduwa is another surf town in the Galle region which is good for learners with nice and mellow beach breaks.
When to surf Sri Lanka
The best time to surf the east coast of Sri Lanka and Arugam Bay is from May to October. However, during the rest of the year, trade winds are favorable for the whole southern coast, including Ahangama, Mirissa and Weligama. Therefore, you can catch waves in Sri Lanka all year long!
Surf Camps in Sri Lanka
Find a Surf Camp in Sri Lanka, starting at US$82
11-Day Surf and Yoga Balance Package in Mirissa, Sri Lanka
US$600 including:
- 8 surf sessions
- 8 yoga classes
- 1:4 instructors to students ratio
- Plenty of time to stroll by the beach
- 10 nights accommodation
- Breakfast and dinner
8-Day Surf, Meditation and Yoga in Hiriketiya, Sri Lanka
US$721 including:
- 5 days of surf lessons
- Unlimited yoga classes incorporating meditation
- All surfing & yoga equipment provided
- Delicious daily à la carte breakfast
- 1 Seafood/Vegetarian BBQ dinner
- 1 Sri Lankan Rice & Curry dinner
- 7 nights premium accommodation
- 1 welcome drink