Pottuvil Point

Pottuvil Point Surf Spot

Sri Lanka

Point breakRight-handIntermediateMay to September

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.

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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.

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
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.

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