Surfing in Sri Lanka

Surfing in Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka is one of the pioneers of surfing spots. The beaches are not only for sunbathing, also top tourists surfing destinations. Local and foreign travelers can enjoy with the most reliable surf destinations in the Indian Ocean.

The busiest surfing point in Sri Lanka is Arugam bay, but there are many hidden surfing spots including Visky point, Peanut Farm, Unawatuna and Kalpitiya which are uncrowded surf.

Arugam bay which is located on the South East side of Sri Lanka is known as a top world surf destination. It is also one of the 10 beaches of the world which has been naturally created for wind surfing. This is also the safest area for swimming. The long shallow coastline allows for the foreign visitors who love for the sunny climates to walk through the beach and enjoy with surfing. The peak surf season in the Arugambay is from May to October. Winds are offshore making clean waves and invite the surfers to play with the waves. The official surfing season still get some fantastic days in the water or visitors can join the small kiteboarding scene when the consistent winds trump the consistent swells.

There are several popular point breaks around Arugam bay area such as Visky point, Peanut farm point and Okanda surfing point.

Surfing is definitely the highlight of Whisky Point. It is really a popular haunt for surfers and great for beginners of the sport. The gorgeous white sand of the Visky point and awesome peeling waves never let anyone to leave the ocean. The waves provide ultimate fun for the surfers as the waves break off a rocky outcrop near the beach.  It is also a decent place for sea bathing.

Ride the sea waves of Peanut farm for a great surfing experience, and travelers can enjoy the vacation as they can catch fish and taste the sea food of Sri Lanka. The amazing weather and beautiful sandy beach fulfil the desire of surfers and the sea lovers. Okada surfing point is also known to be one of the best places to surf in Sri Lanka which is located in Panama.

Kalpitiya the gorgeous coastal region which is located in the North Western Province of Sri Lanka, approximately 170 km away from Colombo. It is bordered with coconut trees and blue crystal clear water feel the illusion of a paradise island. Kalpitiya is one of the best place for kite surfing too. The surf season is from May to October as the strongest wind condition comes through the Kalpitiya beach.