Surf Spots
Dewata Bay
Dewata became popular as a surfing paradise in the past decade. It is located in the South Coast of Sri Lanka, a few minutes away from the tourist city of Galle. Surfing in Sri Lanka has never been more fun in this coastal paradise location. The Dewata beach and ocean became popular on an international level due to one major reason. This reason is that it is extremely safe and easy to surf in this hotspot. Therefore, it has become one of the most perfect surf spots for beginners and even professionals to learn surfing.
Tourists who have never surfed before have come and enjoyed at the Dewata surf point. The smaller waves are easy to surf on and provide a very safe environment.
Unawatuna
Popular as a “family surfing spot”, Unawatuna is one of the most iconic beaches in the world. With its majestic white waves, golden beaches, and lush greenery, Unawatuna is a paradise for surfers and tourists. The clear blue sky and scenic horizon makes Unawatuna perfect for surfing in the early morning slot as well as in the evenings to late evenings.
The wave size at Unawatuna is smaller and suitable for both beginners and experienced surfers. The beach break locations at Unawatuna is perfect for trainee surfers and families. The “Dalawella Reef” and “South Beach” on the Kabalana Beach, which is nearby, are favourite spots of more advanced surfers. These points are also preferred by longboard wave surfers.
Hikkaduwa
Hikkaduwa can be simply defined as a “surfing village” or an “international surfing destination”. It is one of the most visited tourist spots in Sri Lanka. Hikkaduwa offers many challenging as well as beginner-friendly surf spots. “Bennys” is a favourite for professional surfers and it provides a left-hander reef break. Other surfing spots at Hikkaduwa include the “Main Reef” and the “North Jetty”, which are fun and adventurous.
If you are an amateur surfer and you want to learn and train more, then the “Beach Break” at Hikkaduwa is famous. This is because the waves here are safe, smaller, and the same all year round. You can visit Hikkaduwa in any season but the months from late November to early April are the most preferred by surfers.
Mirissa
Mirissa is perfect for tourists and surfers as it offers one of the safest and enjoyable waves in Sri Lanka. A favourite spot in Mirissa is the “Mirissa Reef”, which is found in the western end of the beach. The Mirissa Reef is suitable for experienced or intermediate surfers as it provides a challenging surfing experience. In addition, the Mirissa Harbour and Mirissa Beach Point are also enjoyable.
The shallow reefs and the jungle palms in Mirissa is another reason why surfers love this destination. It is located towards the southern tip of the island and its natural beauty and the beach is ideal for beginner surfers. Boogie boarding and low power right-hander surfing is encouraged in Mirissa Reef and Mirissa Harbour surfing spots.