A scenic cross-island drive through the hills to the laid-back surf town of Arugam Bay.
- Airport pick-up
- Cross-island drive
- Overnight:
- Arugam Bay
- Meals:
- Dinner
- Travel:
- 7 hrs · 320 km
Beach Tour · 7 Nights · 8 Days
Sun, Surf & Sand
Chase the waves from Arugam Bay’s legendary point break to the mellow reefs of Mirissa and Weligama, with lagoon safaris in between.
- Duration
- 7 Nights / 8 Days
- Tour type
- Beach · Private
- Best time
- East: May – Oct · South: Nov – Apr
- Ideal for
- Surfers, beach lovers, young travellers
Overview
About this journey
Designed for surfers and beach lovers, this route follows the swell — the east coast from May to October, the south from November to April.
Boards, lessons and surf guides can be arranged for every level, with plenty of hammock time built in.
Route
- Airport
- Arugam Bay
- Kumana
- Weligama
- Mirissa
- Galle
Tour highlights
- Arugam Bay Main Point
- Kumana lagoon & bird safari
- Weligama beginner surf lessons
- Mirissa & Secret Beach
- Galle Fort sunset
Day by Day
Detailed itinerary
Every day can be adjusted — add nights, swap hotels or include extra experiences.
- Day01
- Day02
Surf the famous Main Point or Baby Point with a local guide. Evening beach bonfire.
- Surf session / lesson
- Beach bonfire
- Overnight:
- Arugam Bay
- Meals:
- Breakfast
- Travel:
- Local
- Day03
Lagoon boat safari and a jeep safari in Kumana, a paradise for wading birds and crocodiles. Sunset at Elephant Rock.
- Pottuvil lagoon safari
- Kumana bird safari
- Elephant Rock sunset
- Overnight:
- Arugam Bay
- Meals:
- Breakfast
- Travel:
- 1 hr · 40 km
- Day04
Explore the outer surf breaks at Peanut Farm and Whiskey Point, or simply relax in a hammock.
- Outer point breaks
- Yoga session
- Overnight:
- Arugam Bay
- Meals:
- Breakfast
- Travel:
- Local
- Day05
Drive via Ella’s waterfalls and the southern plains to Weligama’s wide, gentle bay.
- Ravana Falls stop
- Weligama sunset
- Overnight:
- Weligama
- Meals:
- Breakfast
- Travel:
- 6 hrs · 260 km
- Day06
Weligama’s sandy bottom and soft waves make it ideal for beginners. Afternoon visit to the stilt fishermen at Koggala.
- Surf lesson
- Stilt fishermen
- Overnight:
- Weligama
- Meals:
- Breakfast
- Travel:
- Local
- Day07
Morning at Secret Beach and Coconut Tree Hill, then sunset on the ramparts of Galle Fort.
- Secret Beach
- Coconut Tree Hill
- Galle Fort sunset
- Overnight:
- Galle
- Meals:
- Breakfast
- Travel:
- 1 hr · 40 km
- Day08
Expressway transfer to the airport.
- Airport drop-off
- Overnight:
- —
- Meals:
- Breakfast
- Travel:
- 2.5 hrs · 150 km
What's included
Included
- Private air-conditioned vehicle with English-speaking chauffeur guide
- Hand-picked hotel accommodation on twin / double share
- Daily breakfast (and meals as noted in the itinerary)
- Airport meet & greet with welcome refreshments
- Fuel, highway tolls, parking and driver’s accommodation
- Bottled water in the vehicle throughout the tour
- All government taxes and service charges
- Two surf lessons with board hire
Not included
- International flights and Sri Lanka ETA visa
- Entrance fees to sites and national parks (can be pre-arranged)
- Lunch and dinner unless stated
- Camera / video permits at heritage sites
- Tips, personal expenses and travel insurance
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