Do some surfing at the Bay of Cynodon Dactylon – Arugam Bay
Arugam Bay is a bay that is situated on the Indian Ocean. It is on the southeast coast of the eastern province of Sri Lanka. The bay is located south of Batticaloa and east of Colombo. The Ulla is the main settlement in Arugam Bay, which is mostly Muslim. However, in the south of the village, Sri Lankan Tamil and Sinhalese families can see.
Fishing has been their local economy in the past. With the tourist attractions of Arugam Bay beauty, Arugam Bay surfing, Arugam Bay beach, hotels, and activities, tourists have rapidly increased in recent years in Sri Lanka. Locals are calling this area Arugam Kudah than Arugam Bay (pinned by Tamils). The meaning is “Bay of Cynodon Dactylon” Cynodon dactylon is a type of grass that is native to the eastern).
What kind of climate
Arugam Bay features a tropical climate and lies 2m above the sea level. The annual average temperature always takes a hot mood with a temperature of 27.5. But April is considered the warmest month in the year, that takes the average temperature around 30.5c. Furthermore, December is considered the coolest month, which has an average temperature of 24.5 degrees Celsius. When considering the rainfall in Arugam Bay in Sri Lanka, April May September October November and December have a high chance of rainfall. Oppositely November is the wettest month while February can consider the driest month.
Best time to travel
Arugam Bay is the best and most famous among tourists for surfing in Sri Lanka. So, the season in Arugam Bay starts in April and finishes around October. But the peak and busiest times are from July to August. During this period wind starts blowing in the southeast direction and starts creating perfect waves for surfing. The low season starts from mid-November to March. The people who like chilling at the beach and learning surfing beginners is the best period.
What to explore in Arugam Bay
1. Elephant rock
A nice scenic huge rock located about 3 kilometers to the south of Arugam Bay is Elephant Rock Point. You can find elephants roaming in the forest nearby if you visit Elephant Rock Point in the morning or evening. So, that is why this amazing huge sea-facing rock had its name Elephant Rock Point. And it’s a really nice place to enjoy the sunrise and sunset.
2. Muhudu Maha Viharaya
A Buddhist temple that has been built for over 2000 years and is situated in Pottuvil Muhudu Maha Viharaya. It was built by King Kavan Tissa of the Ruhunu kingdom. This temple is famous due to its important ruins at the temple premises which include lord buddha. And also this temple is directly related to the ancient chronicle “Rajavaliya”.
3. Kudumbigala Monastery
Kudumbigala Monastery is a monastery hidden in the thick jungle. It was built nearly 3,000 years ago in the times of king Devanampitiyatissa. Kudumbigala Monastery is the first monastery in Sri Lanka that was built for the monks to stay away from congested areas. Archaeologists believe that there were more than 200 caves in it. Among them, Maha Sudharshana Lena is the largest, and the second-largest is Cave Giant.
4. Panama beach
Panama Surf Location is a river mouth break that breaks only when the river mouth is closed. It is basically a right break but you get occasional lefts too making this one of the only few points for goofy riders. Water quality in Panama is doubtful if the river mouth is open. Panama is located 12km south of Arugam Bay, attached to the endpoint of the road towards Yala National Park. It is best to undertake a surf mission at Panama in the afternoon as you have more chances of seeing huge crocodiles, on the sandbanks in the small rivers sunbathe.
Activities to do
5. Surfing
Surfing is the main sport in Arugam Bay, The tourists are also attracted because it has the best conditions to do surfing in Sri Lanka. Among the top ten list for best surfing places around the world, Arugam Bay also takes place. And also the Panama beach is very famous for surfing. It is situated around 15 kilometers away from Arugam Bay city. Most of the tourists who are interested in surfing search for this location. The best period for surfing in Arugam Bay is between May to October.
6. Arugam Bay Lagoon
Arugam Bay Lagoon or Pottuvil Lagoon is also a nice beautiful sight that you want to visit. You can do an amazing paddle boat ride along the lagoon. During the boat ride, you can enjoy the beauty of the Pottuvil lagoon. You can observe many species of animals and birds thriving in the mangrove habitat, especially the elephants.
7. National Parks
Kumana National Park is a famous national park situated 50 minutes away from Arugam Bay in the Ampara district. It has a huge mangrove swamp called “Kumana Villu” that is subject to occasional fill with seawater. It is a place where many water birds nest during the months of May and June. There are a few more water pools where we can spot wildlife habitat. As well as Kumana National Park records more than 200 species of birds and is also home to some mammals.
You can do this in Kumana National Park by doing a jeep safari. Also as a separate jeep safari in Yala National Park. The morning hours and the evening hours are the best to do the jeep safaris. Because the animals are coming outside of the jungle. To a scenic area at that time.
8. Beaches Near
All the beaches near the Arugam Bay beach are the same in features. No, their own specific features. The following are some beaches near Arugam Bay Beach. Public beach, Pasarichenai beach, Thirukkovil sea beach viewpoint.
Have A Tour Around Sri Lanka Including Arugam Bay
You can do this site in between a round tour in Sri Lanka. This is one of the famous tourist attractions in Sri Lanka. We have a few Sri Lanka tour packages that have been given a special place in the itinerary of the package. Please find below some packages that include Trincomalee and Arugam Bay.
- Tour and Beach Holiday package. , This package gives you a special chance to have fun and also to do kite surfing in Arugam Bay
Most Famous Hotels in Arugam Bay
Luxury: Experience true paradise on the east coast of Sri Lanka at the luxurious and intimate. Blue wave hotel, Surf N Sun Arugambay, Arugambay Roccos.
Medium: Good availability and great rates. Read hotel reviews and choose the best hotel deal for your stay. Recommended Lazy bay Arugam bay, Beach wave hotel, Bay vista hotel.
Budget: Best budget accommodation in Batticaloa. Nice areas to relax, Star Rest Beach Hotel Arugam Bay, Water Edge Surf Resort, and Pacific Hotel Arugambay.
A Detailed Guide Arugam Bay
If you like to go surfing on the sea waves. Then you must select Arugam Bay as your surfing destination during your tour in Sri Lanka. Arugam Bay has been included in the top ten list of best surfing places around the world. Not only the beach and surfing in Arugam Bay. It also includes beautiful Pottuvil lagoon, wild animal habitat areas like Kumana National Parks, etc. The first monastery in Sri Lanka Kidumbigala Monastery also in Arugam Bay.
