Intermediate Surf Spots in Sri Lanka
6 surf breaks we map are rated for intermediate surfers in Sri Lanka: Midigama Left / Lazy Left, Arugam Bay, Hikkaduwa, Mirissa, Midigama and Pottuvil Point.
Last updated · Counted from the surf breaks we map — each break's own season, level and wave type
- Reef breaks
- 4
- Point breaks
- 2
The intermediate breaks
Best months are filled in where the break states a season. Open a break for its map, photos and the property nearest the lineup.
- Midigama Left / Lazy Left
Midigama
- Wave
- Reef break · Left
- Level
- Intermediate - Advanced
- Season
- November–April
- Swell
- S–SW
- Tide
- Mid to High Tide
- Watch out
- Shallow reef, rocks and sea urchins. Lower tides expose the reef and raise the stakes on a wipeout; mid to high tide gives more water. Busy in peak season.
- Arugam Bay
- Wave
- Point break · Right-hand
- Level
- Intermediate
- Season
- May to September (east-coast season)
- Tide
- All tides; best on a pushing tide
- Watch out
- Rocks and strong currents run around the point, so plan your entry and exit carefully.
- Hikkaduwa
- Wave
- Reef break · A-frame peaks (lefts and rights)
- Level
- Intermediate
- Season
- November to April (south-coast season)
- Tide
- Best on a mid-to-high tide
- Watch out
- Breaks over shallow coral or rock reef — booties are recommended and mind the take-off zone.
- Mirissa
- Wave
- Reef break · Right-hand
- Level
- Intermediate
- Season
- November to April
- Tide
- Best on a mid-to-high tide
- Watch out
- Breaks over shallow coral or rock reef — booties are recommended and mind the take-off zone.
- Midigama
- Wave
- Reef break · Left and right
- Level
- Intermediate
- Season
- November to April
- Tide
- Best on a mid-to-high tide
- Watch out
- Shallow reef; booties are recommended, especially at lower tides. Busy in peak season.
- Pottuvil Point
- Wave
- Point break · Right-hand
- Level
- Intermediate
- Season
- May to September
- Tide
- All tides; best on a pushing tide
- Watch out
- Rocks and strong currents run around the point, so plan your entry and exit carefully.
Other levels in Sri Lanka
Frequently asked questions
Where can intermediate surfers surf in Sri Lanka?
6 surf breaks we map are rated for intermediate surfers in Sri Lanka: Midigama Left / Lazy Left, Arugam Bay, Hikkaduwa, Mirissa, Midigama and Pottuvil Point.
When is the best time for intermediate surfers to surf Sri Lanka?
The intermediate-rated breaks we map in Sri Lanka are mostly at their best in November to April.
What kind of waves are the intermediate surf spots in Sri Lanka?
Of the 6 intermediate breaks we map in Sri Lanka, 4 are reef breaks and 2 are point breaks.