THE BEST SURF SPOTS IN SRI LANKA
Advanced surfers will also enjoy waves breaking on sand as they increase
in size.
Some of the more advanced surfers might want to challenge themselves at some of the reef spots that can be found here on southern tip of Sri Lanka.
During the main surfing season predominantly groundswells from the SW
will hit the shores of Sri Lankas southern coastline.
This direction of swell causes waves to break to the left and to the right which will favour regular and goofy footers alike.
Some of the Australians who came to Sri Lanka to invest in Talalla and helped to build the place a few years ago, discovered an absolute world class surf spot here in Sri Lanka near the southern tip of this beautiful tropical island.
This spot is still an undiscovered and secret place to most surfers who come to Sri Lanka on a surfing holiday.
The (almost ;) ) undiscovered powerful great big wave surf spot
only for advanced surfers is 15 minutes from Talalla Resort.
otherwise it is only a big drop with two or three turns.
When the conditions are right this wave reaches 6-8 feet plus Australian measurement.
In these conditions, up to 8 good turns are possible on this massive wave. We guess its size and the fact that nobody knows about it makes it
a rare object for surfers who come on their surf holiday,
especially on the southern tip of Sri Lanka.
The wave works best from the end of April through to September.
You can check on magic seaweed -Marissa (http://magicseaweed.com/Mirissa-Surf-Report/922/) and if the swell forecast says over 7 feet it will most likely work.
Why not stay in Talalla and then we can show you in person:
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The most known worldwide spot in Sri Lanka is:
ARUGAM BAY
It’s one of the TOP 10 surf breaks on the planet.
Not just a great surf spot with a right hand peak,
here you’ll share the beach with wild monkeys and elephants
that graze in the forest near by,
and the friendly Sri Lankan people will steal your heart...
Swells are similar to the Antarctic winter swells that roll in the southern shores of Indonesia midyear.
Catch the best waves between November and May as this is when the predominant wind hits offshore.
Getting there: Fly in to Colombo and travel 200 kilometers east by car.
And now the rest of 4 best surfing spots in Sri Lanka:
HIKKADUWA
Hikkaduwa is one of the most popular surf destinations in Sri Lanka.
Thanks to its white sandy beaches, colorful reefs, and terrific surf, H
ikkaduwa has gone from a quiet fishing village to a favorite vacation destination in the 1960s.
To experience the best surf, visit Hikkaduwa during the dry season, which is from November to March.
Both locals and tourists troop to this surf spot, so watch out for thick crowds.
AHANGAMA
Ahangama is home to some excellent reef breaks that are sure worth your while.
The waves are ideal for both beginner and intermediate surfers.
For those who want to learn how to surf,
Ahangama has local surf instructors whom you can hire for lessons.
Surfing is best done in early morning. Ahangama is classified as a “secret” surf spot, so crowds won’t be a problem!
WELIGAMA
Weligama, other than its reputation as one of the best surf spots in Sri Lanka, is also known for its surf points that are within walking distance of one another.
The Weligama beach break is ideal for beginners.
More advanced surfers can take their pick from reef breaks such as
Ram’s Point and Plantation Point.
You can brush up on your surf skills in Weligama as there are plenty of surf lessons and surf camps in the area.
When is the best time to visit Sri Lanka?
Most surfers agree that in general, it’s ideal to go surfing in Sri Lanka from April to October. This is when swells are at their most consistent, reaching four to seven feet, and wind conditions are conducive for surfing.
Note that crowds troop toward most surf destinations during peak seasons, s
o prepare to share the beach with a hundred other people.
Maximize your stay in the best surf spots in Sri Lanka by getting accommodations close to the beach.
This setup is popular in most beach destinations, so you won’t have a hard time choosing a place to stay.
This setting lets you save up on transportation costs as well.
There are several flights to Sri Lanka from the United States,
so getting there is a breeze.
For first-time visitors, you can avail of surf-tour packages for a worry-free experience.
What are you waiting for? Sri Lanka awaits you!
It was really hard but really great, the hardest part is literally getting into the standing position and balancing, but once you balance moving through the water is terrific. I hope you have an awesome experience.
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