East Coast Surf & Wild Sri Lanka

Four nights at Arugam Bay, home to one of the world’s best right-hand point breaks.

A ten day surf and safari escape built around four nights at Arugam Bay, Sri Lanka’s premier surf town, alongside Kandy’s temple, tea country and a Yala safari. Built for travellers who want a proper wave and proper wildlife in one trip.

Type: Surf, Safari and Adventure – Short Escape
Best For: Travellers who want a proper wave and proper wildlife in one trip
Comfort Level: Active Boutique
Best Time to Travel: April to October, Arugam Bay’s surf season
Activity Level: Active
Pace: Active
Route: Colombo – Negombo – Kandy – Ella – Yala – Arugam Bay – Colombo

Unique to This Tour: Four nights at Arugam Bay, Sri Lanka’s premier surf town, home to Main Point, one of the world’s best right-hand point breaks, plus a boat safari on Pottuvil Lagoon.

Signature Moment: Paddling out at Main Point, one of the world’s best right-hand breaks.

Tour Itinerary

Day 01 -

Arrival - Negombo

Transfer from the airport to Negombo. Overnight in Negombo.

Day 02 -

Negombo - Kandy

Drive to Kandy, approximately 3.5 hours. Visit the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic in the afternoon. Overnight in Kandy.

Day 03 -

Kandy - Ella

Drive into and across the highlands, approximately 4 to 4.5 hours, stopping at Ramboda Falls and a tea factory en route. Visit the Nine Arch Bridge on arrival in Ella. Overnight in Ella.

Day 04 -

Ella - Yala

Drive south, approximately 2.5 hours, via Wellawaya for an afternoon jeep safari through Yala National Park. Overnight near Yala.

Day 05 -

Yala - Arugam Bay

Dawn safari, then drive north up the east coast to Arugam Bay, approximately 2.5 to 3 hours, home to Main Point, one of the world’s best right-hand point breaks. Overnight in Arugam Bay.

Day 06 -

Arugam Bay Surf Lesson

A guided surf lesson at one of the area’s beginner-friendly breaks, such as Baby Point or Elephant Rock, main season May to October, with June to September the most consistent. Overnight in Arugam Bay.

Day 07 -

Pottuvil Lagoon Boat Safari

Morning boat or canoe trip on Pottuvil Lagoon, spotting crocodiles, wading birds and, seasonally, elephants, followed by an afternoon surf session at your own level. Overnight in Arugam Bay.

Day 08 -

Arugam Bay at Leisure

A free day to keep surfing, relax on the beach, or take a day trip to Kumana National Park, a quieter alternative to Yala known for its birdlife. Overnight in Arugam Bay.

Day 09 -

Arugam Bay - Colombo

A long transfer day back across the island, approximately 6.5 to 7 hours. Overnight near Colombo.

Day 10 -

Departure

Transfer to Bandaranaike International Airport.

Inclusion

All private ground transport throughout the tour

Temple of the Tooth guided visit

Private jeep safari at Yala

Beginner surf lesson at Arugam Bay

Pottuvil Lagoon boat safari

All airport transfers, arrival and departure

9 nights accommodation as specified above

Daily breakfast at each property

24 hour on ground support throughout

Exclusions

International flights to and from Colombo

Travel insurance (strongly recommended)

Lunches and dinners unless specified

National park entrance fees

Additional surf sessions beyond the included lesson

Optional Kumana National Park excursion fee

Personal spending, souvenirs and tipping

Tour Highlights

Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic

Yala leopard safari

Arugam Bay Main Point surfing

Pottuvil Lagoon boat safari

Kumana National Park (optional)

Where You’ll Stay

Negombo: Jetwing Blue or Jetwing Lagoon

Kandy: The Kandy House or Cinnamon Citadel

Ella: Zion View or Ella Gap Tourist Rest

Yala: Chena Huts by Uga or Wild Coast Tented Lodge

Arugam Bay: Stardust Beach Hotel or Siam View Hotel (4 nights)

Negombo: Jetwing Blue (final night)