Best Surf camp & School in Arugam Bay
Perfect location, great lessons, friendly instructors and competitive prices.
Learn to Surf in Arugam Bay,Sri Lanka
Arugam Bay Surf Center is located in Arugam Bay, East Sri Lanka, where you will find some of the most famous surf breaks in Asia. Our company is a well established surf school that is dedicated on providing you with the best possible surf experience. Our coaches are ISA accredited and have many years of experience in the water. Surf season- May to October.
“Wonderful organization! We had a lovely day on the boards with a great teacher, thank you so much for today!!” – Erlien Suys
Surf Packages
Learn to Surf Single Lesson
USD 35
This package is perfect for the beginner surfer who wants to learn the fundamentals of surfing or the intermediate surfer that wanted to advance their skills.
Includes
- 90 minute surf lesson with accredited surf coach
- Transport from your accommodation to surf break
- Quality Surfboard and leg rope
- Rash guard
Skill level: Beginner / Intermediate
1 Pax Surfer
USD 580
Includings
- Surf lessons
- Accommodation
- Photographs & Videos
- Free Transport to every surf spot
- Free Rash Vest
Skill level: Beginner / Intermediate
Surf Camp/School
1 Pax: USD 650
2 Pax: USD 1080
This package is perfect to get a taste of the surfing lifestyle. Live life a surfer for a week and gain many skills and techniques to continue your surfing journey.
Includes
- 6 night air condition accommodation, including breakfast and 2 free dinners
- 10 x 90 minute surf lessons with ISA accredited coach
- Transport to surf breaks
- Quality surf boards and legs rope
- Rash guards
- Theory classes
- Photography and Videos
Skill level: Beginner / Intermediate
Group Surf Packages
Starting from USD 1200 upwards
Includings
- Surf lessons
- Accommodation
- Photographs & Videos
- Free Transport to every surf spot
- Free Rash Vest
Skill level: Beginner / Intermediate
Features
- We Speak English, SInhala and Tamil.
- Friendly and ISA qualified.
- Best for Skill level: Beginner / Intermediary.
- Per Day 4 hours of Surf Lessons.
- Safe for Kids and Female surfers.
What to expect
- Accommodation in a Guest house hostel.
- Best surf experience.
- Breakfast on the beach restaurant.
- Walking distance to bars and cafes.
- Make a lot of friends.
Meet the Coaches
Hi there surfer! We are local coaches from Arugam Bay. We have being surfing the perfect waves in Arugam Bay since we were kids. “Pottuvil Point” is one of the best beach to learn surfing in Sri Lanka. We will be your surf instructors during your stay at our surf camp. No matter if you are a beginner or an intermediary do not worry you are at the correct place! We will guarantee that you will surf the beautiful waves while you enjoy the fresh seafood and vibrant nightlife in Arugam Bay. Check our surf packages for more info!
Coach Afry
ISA qualified instructor and lifeguard
Coach Hubi
ISA qualified instructor and lifeguard
Happy Faces of Happy Students
These are a few of the happy students who finished their surf lessons and now surfing on their own. We wish you all the best and hope to see you again in Arugam Bay.
Surfing Points
Baby Point
Elephant Rock
The next best option is probably Elephant Rock, a 15 minute, 1000 LKR return, tuk-tuk ride south. This spot tends to start working well mid-season, about July but you can find good surf before that especially early morning or on days with little wind. Aside from having decent waves, it is a very beautiful spot to surf or just enjoy the beach or climb the rock for magical sunsets.
Peanut Farm
One of the most beautiful beaches in the Arugam Bay area, very chill vibe and a very good long break when there’s some swell. Access to the beach is a bit rough and sometimes there are wild elephants wondering around, so it can get a bit edgy. The beach is secluded and has a basic restaurant in the main season.
Whisky Point
Situated in Urani, a bit away from the surfer’s haven of Arugam Bay, Whisky Point is an ‘off-the-beaten-track’ spot for novice surfers. But don’t be discouraged if you are a pro, as the waves here provide ultimate fun for any surfer. And also, don’t lose hope if you are not a surfer, because there are much to see and do here such as wallowing in the cool waters and exploring the surrounding terrain. And visky point is also famous for beach parties.
Pottuvil Point
Pottuvil Point is known for its right-hand waves and sand-bottom points, making it ideal for beginners.
Pottuvil Point is another stunning spot which tends to work best late season and even into November and December at times. This is the only place where you may have more surfer’s.
Panama
About 12 km south of Arugam Bay lies the coastal village known as Panama (not to be confused with the country!). The village is a great place for wildlife spotting, with the Kumana Bird Sanctuary and Heritage Park aligning its southernmost borders. Right, another place worth visiting just for the beach even if there are no waves. Despite a couple of submerged rocks, which are easy to locate and avoid, this can be a really fun place to surf without crowds. The best advice is to try it on the really big days when all the other points are not handling the swell.
Lighthouse / Okanda / Main Point
Lighthouse, Okanda and Main Point are not really suitable for beginners unless it is a small day and there are few people.