Arugam Bay is world famous surfing destination.This is one of the top surf destinations in the world. Ideal for beginners and experienced surfers. This Beach and Bay,located on Sri Lanka’s east coast and It is one of the highlighted places to visit in Sri Lanka. Famous for its beaches which have proven to be a haven for surfers, it is close to several other areas of interest, including National Parks, sites of cultural heritage and many other picturesque locations.Arugam bay is 5 km south of Pottuvil and on the edge of Yala East National Park.Arugam Bay is popular surfing and tourist destination.Beyond surfing there are many things can be enjoyable, Lagoon tour, bird watching, elephant watching, Kumana National Park,many ancient ruins & archaeological sites. Arugambay is a place for surfers Nature Lovers and people whom enjoy a simple laid back lifestyle, associated with beach life.The best season for surfing is between April and Oct/Nov.
Arugam Bay is Paradise beaches, beautiful waves, warm sea water, no sharks, no rocks, no reefs (except at Main Point for the pro’s). There are a several different surf breaks near Arugam Bay with different type of waves suitable to different levels. All of them right hand point breaks. Main Point in Arugam Bay is a reef break. This is the place where the most advanced surfers go to. The waves average 2-3 feet and tops 5-6 feet. This point has definitely the best waves in A-Bay.North of Arugam Bay you can find Pottuvil Point, Whiskey Point and Light House. South from Arugam Bay you find Elephant Rock, Peanut Farm and Okanda. All these other surf spots are sand-bottom point breaks though you can find some rocks at Light House.