Arugam Bay
Sri Lanka
Point breakRight-handIntermediateMay to September (east-coast season)
About This Break
A long, sand-bottom right-hand point on the east coast — Sri Lanka's premier wave and a backpacker favourite. Arugam Bay is an intermediate-level right-hand point break in Sri Lanka, delivering high quality waves for improving surfers ready to progress. It is most consistent from May to September (east-coast season). All tides; best on a pushing tide. Rocks and strong currents run around the point, so plan your entry and exit carefully. Make Arugam Bay your home break: discover surf properties for sale near Sri Lanka with International Surf Properties.
Spot Characteristics
Wave Type
Point break
Wave Direction
Right-hand
Wave Quality
High quality
Tides
All tides; best on a pushing tide
Consistency
Consistent through the season
Best Season
May to September (east-coast season)
Suitable For
Intermediate
Region
Asia Pacific
Local Knowledge
Crowds
Moderate; can get busy in peak season
Rocks and strong currents run around the point, so plan your entry and exit carefully.
