Pottuvil Point Surf Spot, Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka
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Where is Pottuvil Point?
Pottuvil Point is a right-hand point break in Sri Lanka. Best season: May to September. Level: Intermediate. GPS: 6.8710, 81.8330.
| Location | Sri Lanka |
|---|---|
| Coordinates | 6.8710, 81.8330 |
| Wave type | Point break |
| Direction | Right-hand |
| Wave quality | High quality |
| Best season | May to September |
| Tide | All tides; best on a pushing tide |
| Consistency | Consistent through the season |
| Skill level | Intermediate |
| Crowds | Moderate; can get busy in peak season |
About This Break
A long sand-and-rock right point north of Arugam Bay that runs for hundreds of metres in the east-coast season. Pottuvil Point 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. All tides; best on a pushing tide. Rocks and strong currents run around the point, so plan your entry and exit carefully. Dreaming of waking up to Pottuvil Point? International Surf Properties lists homes, villas and land for sale near Sri Lanka — own your spot beside the wave.
Local Knowledge
Rocks and strong currents run around the point, so plan your entry and exit carefully.
Pottuvil Point: Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Pottuvil Point?
Pottuvil Point is a right-hand point break in Sri Lanka. Its GPS coordinates are 6.8710, 81.8330.
When is the best time to surf Pottuvil Point?
The best season to surf Pottuvil Point is May to September. Tide: all tides; best on a pushing tide. Consistency: consistent through the season.
Is Pottuvil Point good for beginners?
Not really. Pottuvil Point is rated Intermediate, so it suits surfers who can already paddle out, read the lineup and take off on their own; beginners should start somewhere gentler. Rocks and strong currents run around the point, so plan your entry and exit carefully.
Can you buy property near Pottuvil Point?
Nothing is listed within 15 km of Pottuvil Point right now, but there is 1 property for sale elsewhere in Sri Lanka on International Surf Properties.
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