Arugam Bay

Beach Sarvodayapuram, Eastern, Sri Lanka

What to expect

Arugam Bay is a historic settlement situated on the Indian Ocean in the dry zone of Sri Lanka's southeast coast. The bay is located near the market town of Pottuvil and is known for its beautiful beaches, lagoons, and historic temples. It is also a popular destination for surf tourism, with several quality breaks in the area. The nearby Kumana National Park is home to a number of elephants and other wildlife. The area has a mix of Muslim, Sri Lankan Tamil, and Sinhala populations. While fishing has traditionally dominated the local economy, tourism has grown rapidly in recent years, with many hotels and other tourist facilities available

Plan your family visit to the Arugam Bay with these blog insights 👇

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Sri Lanka Holiday Tips – Why Sri Lanka is the perfect destination for families with children

Sri Lanka Holiday Tips – Why Sri Lanka is the perfect destination for families with children
This family's experience:

Activities: We went to Arugam Bay, a surfer's beach on the east coast. There is a shallow, sheltered beach area perfect for kids. We even considered taking a surf course with the whole family

Highlights: Arugam Bay was awesome! The article mentions a shallow, sheltered beach area perfect for kids and that you can book a surf course for the whole family. I loved that it was full of life ✨

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What to visit, what to see during a family trip to Sri Lanka?

What to visit, what to see during a family trip to Sri Lanka?
This family's experience:

Activities: We went to Arugam Bay and enjoyed the big bay

Highlights: We enjoyed the big bay and the surfing ✨