Arugam bay is the most famous in all of Sri Lanka. With its mellow right hand reefs and point breaks it draws surfer when the beaches of the south west are under the monsoon. Arugam Bay in Sri Lanka is a famous surfing destination on the island`s east coast, though more it`s the jewel in the crown of the island`s impressive beach roster. Boasting some beautiful right-hand point breaks and a medley of reefs and even barrels a little further out of town, there`s something for every sort of rider. Widely considered one of the best surfing destinations in Asia, if not the world, life in Arugam Bay is built around the exhilarating sport.

During the surfing season from May to September streets swell with the cheerful, eager surfing crowd. From experienced surfers to those just getting their feet wet, all are welcome and the area has several surfing points to cater to everybody. For the time being, however, Arugam Bay preserves its own enjoyably eccentric charm. Head for some waves, sun, and swimming at Arugam Bay, one of Sri Lanka`s top surf beaches. Ride the tide of the Indian Ocean, which meets with the beach`s soft golden sand.