The sunny coastal town of Arugam Bay located on the stunning east coast of the Pearl of the Indian Ocean is a surfer’s paradise. With soft sandy beaches and turquoise waves, travel here for your next holiday.
How to get there
Arugam Bay is approximately a 7-hour drive from Colombo and the easiest way to get to the east is by car. If you’re new to the country, Casons Rent a Car will provide you with rental car options and planned Arugam Bay tours.
What to do
Once you get there, you should definitely head straight to the beach and try surfing. However, the waves are ideal for professional surfers. Visitors can even dive or go on a wildlife safari,
Explore
Visitors can head to Pottuvil Point; most famous for surfers, or explore the ruins of Buddhist temples such as Muhudu Maha Viharaya and Magul Maha Viharaya. Other attractions include Crocodile Rock and Okanda Kudumbigala Forest Hermitage.
Where to eat
There are many restaurants; ranging from street side food outlets to those in hotels and motels around the area. Sample some local dishes and taste the true flavours of Sri Lanka. Most restaurants even serve options for western and international cuisine.
Intrigued by history, art and food, Lavinia Woolf is a writer who is passionate about the extraordinary and writes of the exhilarating and enchanting.
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