Sri Lanka
Surf Skill
Intermediate - Intermediate
Star Rating
Mid-Range
Price Range
Per person
Season
January, February, March, April, June, October, November, December
The Number One Hotel is a rustic boutique hotel situated on the beautiful Mirissa Bay. The suites are furnished with handmade four poster beds, ideal for couples. When you're not in the surf try whale and dolphin watching, snorkeling and walking in the lush green hills.
Surf Skill
Beginner - Intermediate
Star Rating
Mid-Range
Price Range
Per week
Season
January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December
With Beach Cabanas, Family Cabanas and Luxury Rooms the Stardust Beach Hotel can accomodate everyone. Set on the waterfront you will have direct access to the surf, snorkelling, scuba diving, and sun bathing.
Surf Skill
Learning - Pro
Star Rating
Mid-Range
Price Range
Per person
Season
January, February, March, April, May, June, December
Stay at the Sunbeach to experience a
relaxed atmosphere and good food! The hotel is located ON the beach at
Hikkaduwa, just a stone's throw from the waves. It's three hours from
Colombo Airport, twenty minutes from Galle and its First
Surf Skill
Learning - Advanced
Star Rating
Budget Surf Trip
Price Range
Season
January, February, March, November, December
If you want to travel to Sri Lanka between November and April, then we definitely recommend you to go to the south-west coastline around Hikkaduwa, about 100 kms south from the capital Colombo. Mambo Surf Tours will take you to the best surf breaks
Surf Skill
Learning - Advanced
Star Rating
Budget Surf Trip
Price Range
Per person
Season
May, June, July, August, September, October
Between May and October, the best surf in Sri Lanka is found in Arugam Baynear the town of Pottuvil, on the southern tip of the east coast – about 300 kms from the capital Colombo. Mambo Surf Tours will take you to the best surf breaks in the area
Surf Skill
Beginner - Intermediate
Star Rating
Budget Surf Trip
Price Range
Per person
Season
January, February, March, April, November, December
This beach-front surf retreat on Sri Lanka's south-west coastwelcomes surfers of all levels. Sleep in locally handcrafted cabanas and explore the coastline that has lots of different waves and set-ups. You will also enjoy great food, massages, yoga and more.
Surf Skill
Learning - Intermediate
Star Rating
Budget Surf Trip
Price Range
Per person
Season
January, February, March, April, November, December
Drifters is a small, family-run hotel
with a focus on service, the owner is always on hand to help guests and
ensure staff maintain the highest standards of cleanliness and service.
This is the most popular stretch of beach at Hikkaduwa.
Surf Skill
Learning - Advanced
Star Rating
Mid-Range
Price Range
Season
January, February, March, April, October, November, December
The Coral Sands Hotel is located on the quietest part of Hikkaduwa beach. Just outside the Coral Sands Hotel there's a great stretch of beach, with a perfect left-hander just 5 minutes north, plenty of good snorkeling and scuba diving.
Surf Skill
Beginner - Intermediate
Star Rating
Budget Surf Trip
Price Range
Season
January, February, March, April, October, November, December
Romans Beach is an exclusive, stylish
and sophisticated boutique hotel set in the exotic tropical village of
Hikkaduwa. It's really tastefully decorated with sleek white walls
blended with rustic furniture. The pool and the hotel
Surf Skill
Beginner - Advanced
Star Rating
Mid-Range
Price Range
Per person
Season
January, February, March, April, October, November, December
Located in Hikkaduwa, Suite Lanka has a
swimming pool and direct access to the warm water of the Indian Ocean.
Rooms are fully air-conditionned, cosy but spacious and are very
reasonably priced.
Surf Skill
Learning - Advanced
Star Rating
Luxury Surf Trip
Price Range
Per person
Season
January, February, March, April, October, November, December
The Fortress Resort & Spa is a piece of paradise on the Southern shores of Sri Lanka. They offer complete luxury and your every need is catered for. There are 53 rooms that are modern, clean and luxurious.
You can truly escape at The Fortress and the beach is just a stone’s throw away.
Surf Skill
Beginner - Pro
Star Rating
Mid-Range
Price Range
Per person
Season
January, February, March, April, September, October, November, December
The Surfer is located in Sri Lanka and with its two locations you will be in the best place to have the ultimate surfing holiday.
The waves around you are suitable for beginners and all surfing levels.
Surf, chill and relax at some of the best surf breaks that Sri Lanka has on offer.
Surf Skill
Learning - Advanced
Star Rating
Mid-Range
Price Range
Per person
Season
January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November, December
Experience the wonder of Sri Lanka’s unspoilt southern coast at the Paradise Beach Club in Mirissa. Enjoy breathtaking views of long golden sand beaches, and watch the rolling waves beneath the setting sun with your favourite cocktail in hand. Mirissa has become a much-loved, must-see surfing destination and the Paradise Beach Club is in easily one of the best locations in the area.
Surf Skill
Learning - Advanced
Star Rating
Ultimate Luxury
Price Range
Per person
Season
January, February, March, April, October, November, December
A premiere hotel offering a unique and luxurious island retreat. Breathtaking views of the Indian Ocean, emerald coconut palms and rugged crevices surround a series of 39 stunning private villas, designed to cater for everyone from honeymooners to families seeking a high-class yet unpretentious Sri Lankan experience.
Surf Skill
Learning - Advanced
Star Rating
Mid-Range
Price Range
Per person
Season
April, May, June, July, August, September
Set in Arugam Bay and within walking distance of the popular surf spots is the Bay Vista Hotel. Here you will be able to set your eyes over the Indian Ocean, relax in the chill out area or in your comfortable room with modern amenities. The surf breaks are just outside of your hotel, or a short tuk-tuk ride away.
Surf Skill
Intermediate - Advanced
Star Rating
Mid-Range
Price Range
Per person
Season
January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December
The Sri Lankan East Coast is marked by stretches of beautiful beaches on the shores of the Indian Ocean.
Kottukal Beach House is in the hotspot surfing destination of Pottuvil. Stay in a boutique villa with luxurious and modern comforts and head out to the beautiful surf everyday.
Region Information
Positioned just south of India in the Indian Ocean you'll find a land of magnificent landscapes featuring lagoons, fertile wetlands, mysterious forests, mountains, rivers and cascading waterfalls. Sri Lanka has an array of wildlife found in no other ecosystem, inspiring historical and religious sites, and a culture rich in tradition.
Sri Lanka is a year-round surfing destination. This is possible due to the monsoon seasons at different times of the year. Both Arugam Bay and Hikkaduwa host international surfing events annually. November to April brings morning offshore winds to the western side, centred around Hikkaduwa, where beach and reefs dominate. May to October brings the same conditions to the east centred around Arugam Bay. Here the occasional reef and a profusion of long, sand points offer relatively unchallenging but consistent waves. The waves here are from the same swells which regularly sweep up the Indian Ocean.
Offering quality waves, Sri Lanka’s south and south-west coastline is a haven for surfers but predominantly catering to lower and medium budgets. There is currently not much available in the surf destinations in Asia for the discerning traveller looking for luxurious and developed resort areas.
Sri Lanka can be divided into two seasons, November to April and May to October. Different parts of the country having better surf conditions during different times of the year. During the months of November to April, the best area of the country to be surfing is the south-west coastline with Hikkaduwa being the main surf area at this time of year. During the months of May to October the best part of the country is the west coast, with Arugam Bay being the main surf area at this time of year. While the moonsoon is lashing the west coast, the endless beaches on the opposite side of the island stretch out under the blazing sun.
For optimum weather it is best to visit Sri Lanka between the rainy seasons. November to April is generally the driest time of year in the south west and hills area of the country and May to September is the driest time for the east.
For consistent swells May to October is the time to head over to the east coast of Arugam Bay area, but keep an eye out for onshore winds which can be a bit unpredictable at this time, so head out first thing in the morning to maximise the chances of offshore winds. During the season, you can expect swells from 2-6ft year round.