Arugam Bay Surf & East Coast
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Arugam Bay Surf & East Coast

Sri Lanka's wild east — world-class surf, leopard safaris, coral reefs, and untouched lagoon wilderness

7 Days
2–8 people
April – October (surf season)
5.0 Rated

About This Trip

Arugam Bay is one of the top ten surf spots on the planet. But the east coast is far more than just surf — it's a raw, barely-touched landscape of jungle lagoons, ancient temples, leopard-stalked national parks, and the warmest people in Sri Lanka. This 7-day adventure takes you away from the tourist trail and deep into the real east.

Trip Highlights

Arugam Bay Surfing Kumana National Park Pottuvil Lagoon Elephant Rock Viewpoint Jungle Camping

Journey Highlights

  1. 1Arugam Bay Surfing
  2. 2Kumana National Park
  3. 3Pottuvil Lagoon
  4. 4Elephant Rock Viewpoint
  5. 5Jungle Camping

Day-by-Day

1

Arrival → Ella

Ella
Arrival → Ella

Transfer from Colombo airport south into the highlands. Ella is a perfect midpoint stop with great mountain views and a buzzing café scene.

Airport or Colombo pick-upDrive to EllaElla town evening walk
Ella Mountain Lodge Dinner
2

Ella → Arugam Bay

Arugam Bay
Ella → Arugam Bay

Morning hike to Little Adam's Peak for sunrise views, then descend from the highlands to the coast. The drive from Ella to Arugam Bay through the Uva Province is one of Sri Lanka's most scenic.

Little Adam's Peak sunrise hikeElla–Arugam Bay scenic driveArugam Bay Main Point surf check
Arugam Bay Beach Huts Breakfast
3

Surf Arugam Bay

Arugam Bay
Surf Arugam Bay

Full surf day at one of Asia's finest point breaks. Beginners take a lesson at Baby Point. Experienced surfers head to Main Point or Whisky Point for long right-handers. Non-surfers explore the lagoon by kayak.

Surf lesson at Baby Point (beginners)Main Point / Whisky Point sessions (experienced)Pottuvil town lunchLagoon kayak (afternoon)
Arugam Bay Beach Huts Breakfast
4

Pottuvil Lagoon & Surf

Arugam Bay
Pottuvil Lagoon & Surf

Morning boat safari through the Pottuvil Lagoon — crocodiles, elephants, and hundreds of migratory birds. Afternoon back in the waves.

Pottuvil Lagoon boat safari (crocodiles & elephants)Elephant Rock viewpoint hikeAfternoon surf session
Arugam Bay Beach Huts Breakfast
5

Kumana National Park

Kumana
Kumana National Park

A full-day safari in Kumana — one of Sri Lanka's most rewarding and least-visited parks. Famous for its bird life but also home to leopards, elephants, and sloth bears.

Full-day Kumana National Park jeep safariKumana tank birdwatchingEvening campfire
Arugam Bay Beach Huts Breakfast & Packed Lunch
6

Hidden Temples & Lagoon Sunset

Arugam Bay
Hidden Temples & Lagoon Sunset

Explore the ancient Mudu Maha Viharaya jungle temple, a 2,000-year-old site slowly being reclaimed by the forest. Sundowner at the lighthouse and a final feast of east-coast seafood.

Mudu Maha Viharaya jungle templeArugam Bay lighthouse sunsetEast coast seafood dinner
Arugam Bay Beach Huts Breakfast & Dinner
7

Departure

Colombo
Departure

Transfer back to Colombo — either via Ella for the scenic highland route, or direct via the southern highway.

Morning swimTransfer to Colombo airport
Breakfast

What's Included

  • ✓ Expert local coordinator
  • ✓ All hotel/camp bookings
  • ✓ All transfers
  • ✓ Surf instructor (1 lesson)
  • ✓ Safari guide
  • ✓ Airport transfers
  • ✓ 24/7 support

Not Included

  • ✗ International flights
  • ✗ Meals
  • ✗ Entrance fees
  • ✗ Travel insurance
  • ✗ Additional surf lessons
$100
Coordination fee
+ hotels & activities at your budget
Duration7 Days
DifficultyActive
Group Size2–8 people
Best SeasonApril – October (surf season)
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