South & East Coast
Sri Lanka
Two coasts, two seasons. November to April the south coast (Weligama, Mirissa, Hiriketiya) is the easiest beginner trip in Asia. May to October the east coast (Arugam Bay) fires for intermediates.
Why Sri Lanka
The most welcoming first international surf trip there is. Weligama Bay is the textbook beginner-to-intermediate progression playground: knee-high inside, chest-high outside, sand bottom, no localism. When the south stops working (May), the east coast wakes up.
When to go
- **Nov–Apr:** South coast. Warm water, mellow swell.Nov–Apr: South coast. Warm water, mellow swell.
- **May–Oct:** East coast (Arugam Bay). Right-hand point breaks.May–Oct: East coast (Arugam Bay). Right-hand point breaks.
Getting around
Fly into Colombo (CMB). Three-hour drive south to Weligama, or an internal flight + drive to Arugam. Tuk-tuks once you arrive.
Best months to visit
Nov · Dec · Jan · Feb · Mar · Apr