Pottuvil Lagoon Safari
A peaceful boat trip through the mangroves of Pottuvil Lagoon to see birds, monitor lizards and crocodiles.
- Mid-range
- Experience
Surf Arugam Bay
Sri Lanka’s most famous surf, with the long right-hander at Main Point and gentler waves at Whiskey Point and Baby Point.
- Mid-range
- Experience
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Our 2 favourite things to do in Arugam Bay
We have marked 2 things to do in Arugam Bay, each picked by locals rather than ranked by an algorithm. You will find them around Pottuvil and Main Point.
Start with Pottuvil Lagoon Safari and Surf Arugam Bay, then use the filters to narrow it down by price.
Good to know
- Go early in the morning for cooler weather and fewer people.
- Sri Lankan citizens pay a much lower local rate at most sites; bring your NIC.
- Cover shoulders and knees, and remove shoes and hats, at temples.
Also in Arugam Bay: Hostels & poshtels in Arugam Bay. Or see the full Arugam Bay guide.
Good to know
What are the best things to do in Arugam Bay?
Our current picks include Pottuvil Lagoon Safari and Surf Arugam Bay. See all 2 on this page, picked by locals.
How do you choose the things to do you list in Arugam Bay?
Every place is chosen by our team for its location, value and character. Paid placements are always labelled “Premier choice”; “Team’s pick” is never paid for.