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Rickshaw Family
Sri Lanka
Surfing Sri Lanka

Catch Some Waves at Arugam Bay

Bite-sized trip
  • Itinerary:
    Arugam Bay
  • Duration:
    4 days / 3 nights (flexible)
  • Price:
    From £ 334.- per adult (excluding flights)
  • From £ 249, - per child (up to 11 years)
  • Kids' Ages:
    The surf lesson is suitable for children aged 6 years+
  • Travel period:
    Visit between May and September for the best weather
Chill out in Arugam Bay for a few days at the beach with the family. This small beach village has a laid-back vibe, plenty of restaurants to choose from and some of Sri Lanka's best spots for surfing. During your stay, you'll head out with your clan for a surf lesson, it's suitable for all levels so the whole family can give it a go! If you want to explore further afield then there are national parks, mangroves and lagoons close by for a spot of wildlife watching.
Boy surfing Arugam Bay

Day 1 – Arrive in Arugam Bay

As you arrive in the small village of Arugam Bay, you and your family will be greeted with miles of sandy beaches and some of the best surf spots in Sri Lanka. Your family-friendly accommodation is a traditional ‘Kudil’ bungalow, this is the perfect place to relax after a day at the beach. Your hotel is a few minutes out of the village, just jump in a tuk-tuk for a fun ride into the centre.

Days 2-3 – Surf lesson & free time

The beaches in this area offer sweeping golden sands, tropical palms and a laid-back feel – a great spot to spend a few days with your family. Today you’ll try your hand at surfing. The 90-minute lesson is suitable for all levels so all the family can participate! Afterwards, you can practice at one of the many excellent surf spots nearby like Whiskey Point or Peanut Farm.

The surf lesson is suitable for children aged 6 years+.

The rest of your stay in Arugam Bay is free for you to enjoy some relaxing family time. If you can drag the kids away from the beach or want to explore further afield, Pottuvil Lagoon is a great place to learn about the mangroves and spot some of the local birdlife. Arugam Bay has lots of options for eating out too so you’ll have plenty of choices to keep the whole family happy.

Safari in Kumana National Park

Do your kids love animals? From Arugam Bay you can go on a wildlife safari in Kumana National Park. Kumana is a relatively unknown national park in Sri Lanka, and therefore a lot less touristy and crowded than Yala. The park is home to coatis, various birds, elephants, crocodiles and if you’re lucky you may even spot a leopard. Ask your Travel Specialist to include this in your travel plan.

The safari is great for kids of all ages.

Day 4 – Departure from Arugam Bay

As your time at the beach comes to an end you’ll pack your bags and head on to your next destination. From Arugam Bay, you’re most likely to head to Kandy for a cultural experience, or up into the green hills of Ella.

Accommodation

Sri Lanka accommodation exterior house
Sri Lanka accommodation bathroom
Sri Lanka accommodation bedroom

For this bite-sized trip we offer the following options

1Option

Catch Some Waves at Arugam Bay - In Style accommodation

  • Price:
    from £ 649.- per adult & £499 per child (excluding flights)
  • Included:
    In Style accommodation, excursions, transport and meals as described above

If you’re looking for a unique experience during your stay in Arugam Bay, consider our In Style option. Our In Style option is a little more special and unique, but still full of local character! Here, you’ll stay in a comfortable beachfront boutique hotel with a swimming pool overlooking the beach. The city centre is just a short tuk-tuk ride away, as are the scenic Panama Tank and Kumana National Park. If you’re interested in upgrading to our In Style accommodation for this bite-sized trip, you can select this option below.

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