Arugam Bay Surf Guide
Surf spot guide
Arugam Bay Surf Guide
A Bay is a decent right hand point a la Lennox Head in New South Wales. Though it's just one in a series of at least a half dozen right points within 50 miles in either direction, A Bay has two key draws: its proximity to town (less than 200 meters) and its consistency. When everywhere else is two-foot, A Bay will be four or five. Unfortunately, because of this, it's packed from dawn 'till dusk.A Bay is the Star Wars Bar of the Indian Ocean. Few surf spots in the world have as diverse a group of surfers. In the lineup you'll meet Germans, Aussies, French, Americans, Sri Lankans, Welsh, the Dutch, South Africans, and even the occasional Italian.
Ability Level
All Abilities
Beginner to expert
Local Vibe
Welcoming
Moderate, though occasionally someone sick of getting dropped in on snaps.
Crowd Factor
Heavy
Very crowded, very little surf etiquette, occasionally dangerous.
Spot Rating
Fun
Can get really good on the right swell with multiple sections.
Shoulder Burn
Medium
Rides are long, and when there's a good swell the current gets strong.
Water Quality
Clean
Can be dirty but mostly on the cleaner side.
Hazards
Crowds, jellyfish.
Bring Your
Shortboard, Fish, Funboard, Longboard, Bodyboard
Access
Easy to access, less than 200 meters from the main strip at Arugam Bay.
Bottom
Sand
Best Season
May though August
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