Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka is a beautiful place, and it’s an ideal surf destination if you’re up for an adventure. After strapping your board to the top of a tuk-tuk, don’t be surprised if you see an elephant crossing the street in front of you as you make the short drive to the nearest beach break. 

There’s a variety of breaks here, a little bit of something for everyone. Beginners love the gentle sand-bottom beach breaks while more intermediate-level surfers give the more challenging reef breaks a try. Advanced surfers can definitely find something to match their skills, but for the most part, Sri Lanka is considered a more beginner-friendly surf spot.

Sri Lanka surfing quick facts

Most important first

The destination

Country

Sri Lanka

Region

Asia

Language

Sinhala, English

Population

21M

Temperature, land

28 °C

Water temperature

Around 28 °C

Visa

30 days for most countries

Daily budget

$30 and up

The surfing

Number of waves

20

Surf level

Beginner, Novice, Intermediate, Advanced, Pro

Surf camp cost

$400 and up

Hotel cost

$40 and up

Board rental cost

$5 and up

Surf lesson cost

$10 and up

B&B cost

$20 and up

Latest Sri Lanka surfing guides

Insider guides to surfing in Sri Lanka

Arugam Bay
Hikkaduwa
Unawatuna
Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka

Popular areas of Sri Lanka

The best areas of Sri Lanka

Local details

Internet

25.99 Mbps

Safety

Generally safe

Family friendly

Mostly true

Healthcare

Good

Nightlife

Relaxed and chill

Walkability

Generally low

Dinner

$4 up

Beer

$3 up

Traffic

Okay

Electricity

230V, 50Hz

Latest surf camps in Sri Lanka

Explore cream of the crop surf camps for your next surf trip

Latest surf stays in Sri Lanka

Hotels, villas, apartment, anything goes – as long its close to a break

Planning you next surf trip?
Save up to 90% on the best surf camps.

  • Save hours of research, we do it for you
  • Get alerts about surf trip deals, up to 90% off
  • Get direct access to last minute, cancellations and exclusive deals