Kabalana Beach, Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka
Surf
Camp

More dates available for private groups

Overview

Sri Lanka is a surfers' paradise for those who aren’t just looking for a typical surfing holiday, but also want to discover amazing nature and culture. The tropical climate in the middle of the northern hemisphere in February is just the cherry on top.

Duration

9 days / 8 nights*

Accommodation

Private oceanfront villa with pool and ocean view rooms

Meeting point

Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) / Colombo

Difficulty

Easy – from total beginners to advanced surfers

Location

Kabalana / South West Sri Lanka

Price

€1,890

Optional Add-on

5-day optional adventure tour through the Sri Lankan highlands – tracing tea plantations, jungles, and legendary train routes. Eco-farm stays, hikes, yoga, a cooking class, an elephant sanctuary – and finally, one last sunset by the ocean. Details →

*The duration of the trip lasts from meeting at Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) / Colombo until the flight home from the same airport.

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Description

This tour is perfect for surfers and those eager to learn, but it’s also ideal for anyone wanting to explore the unique attractions and experiences Sri Lanka has to offer.

Sri Lanka is famous for its tea plantations, its stunning rain forests, and its sandy beaches. But, there are also two distinct historical flavors that have left a lasting mark on the island: one is the colonial architecture, the other is thousands of years of Buddhist culture that continues to inspire the decorative flair of the island.

But it’s Sri Lanka’s natural landscape that makes this island country especially interesting. Along the way, we visit Yala or Udawalawe National Park where we’ll spot elephants, bears and even crocodiles. On another day we jump on a boat and head out whale watching, perhaps even spot some dolphins from right up close. We also visit a local turtle farm, where baby turtles are raised.

Of course the itinerary won’t be too packed; we want to leave heaps of time to soak up the unique experiences that Sri Lanka has to offer even in our down-time. Take your time sipping coconut water on the beach, or sit back and relax while drinking beer on an uninhabited island.

And if you’d like to get to know the island even better, join us for the 5-day extension — an adventure into the mountains,, we set off on an adventure into the mountains to discover another side of the island. Jungle-covered hillsides, world-famous tea plantations, the iconic train journey through the mountains, colonial architecture, nature, hiking, and yoga – and finally, we crown it all with one last sunset by the ocean.

Tour package

Sri Lanka Surf Camp

€1,890

More dates available for private groups

Included in the price

8 night’s accommodation in a private oceanfront surf villa with 2-4 people in a room

Hearty breakfast every day

5 dinners

6 surf sessions

Unlimited surfboard use during the camp

Transfer to the surfing locations

3 yoga classes

Airport transfer on the official arrival and departure days of the tour

GoBeyond tour guide

Optional extras

Safari and Whale watching €30-50

Extra surf session: €40

Extra yoga class: €10

Upon request, the GoBeyond team will book the best available flight tickets for you. The handling fee is based on the price of the ticket:
– under €1,000: €30
– above €1,000: €50

If you need a visa – determined by your nationality – and you want us to arrange it for you, the administration fee is €35

Further expenses

Plane tickets to and from the meeting point – Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) / Colombo

Travel insurance

Visa

Local transport

Lunches & few dinners

Personal expenses

Details

Accommodation

8 nights in a dreamy oceanfront boutique surf camp tucked right into the heart of Sri Lanka’s surf scene at Ahangama Beach. Air-conditioned, light-filled rooms with soft beds and all the little things you need to truly relax.

The pool sits just steps from the ocean, surrounded by palm trees and a Tiki bar for slow mornings or post-surf siestas. The vibe is warm, open, and social, with a lush garden that rolls straight down to the beach. And when it’s time to explore, all the island’s highlights are just a quick tuk-tuk ride away.

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Of course, as we are on a tropical island, the camp is not just about polishing our surfing skills, but also about exploring the area. We'll visit a tea plantation where we'll taste the teas. We take a boat trip on Lake Koggala and visit Galle, famous for its unique colonial architecture. We visit Hiriketaya and an ancient Buddhist temple on top of the Mulkirigala cliff. Depending on the mood of the group, we will go on safari, whale and dolphin watching or visit baby turtles, and in the evenings we will immerse ourselves in the vibrant nightlife around a campfire on the beach or in the jungle.

Daily surf lessons with professional English-speaking instructors in groups based on surfing skills (from total beginners to advanced). A wide variety of surfboards to choose from which you can use also after the surf lessons. Surf photo and video session with analysis.

Tropical climate, tons of sunshine, 28-35°C, water temperature, 26-29°C. Make sure to bring high FPS sunscreen and lycra (UV protective) surf shirt.

Maximum of 18 people usually of mixed nationalities. Solo travellers, groups of friends and couples with varying surfing skills and experience.

We make high-quality content in all our camps. You will receive the photos after returning home to remember all the amazing memories.

The local currency is the Sri Lanka Rupee LKR. We recommend bringing USD in cash and to exchange at the airport. Depending on spending habits your budget for the trip should range from 300-600 USD. For reference, a meal is between 3-15 USD.

The food scene in Sri Lanka is thriving with amazing local produce. Hawker stalls, casual and fancy restaurants everywhere. Seaside lunches and gourmet dinner feasts. Healthy local organic breakfasts and 5 dinners are included in the price.

The ocean is warm and crystal clear, with consistent, friendly waves perfect for all levels. Just a 2-minute walk from our home base, you’ll find the nearest surf break, plus over a dozen more within a 5 km stretch, ranging from gentle beginner beach breaks to challenging reef waves and world-class surf spots.

Comfortable, air-conditioned minibuses will transport us from the airport to our accommodation and back at the end of the camp, which is included in the price. Local transport for the surf lessons we organise is also included. For the optional day programs and evening outings, transportation is arranged by tuk-tuks, which we organise together and cover the cost individually.

You will need an insurance that covers surfing accidents. You can contact us and we are happy to recommend the most suitable one.

I loved the balance between modern/fancy places and local things. I loved everything, really!
10/10 holiday. I had a really, really good time.

David

One of the best holidays of my life! Smooth pre-communication with the organizing team, seamless arrival on the other side of the world, wonderful accommodation, divine weather, flawless organization. I arrived alone in Sri Lanka and left with 8 new friends. The island is a perfect blend of local culture experiences and western restaurants and cafes. I was surrounded by beautiful, kind people and even learned to surf a bit 🙂 Same place, next year!

Diana

I liked everything, without exaggeration! The hikes, the sports, the accommodation, the company and Sri Lanka itself. 🙂 The camp could be two weeks. 🙂

Judith

Program

9-day itinerary

The group meets at the airport followed by a 2,5h private bus transfer to the villa.

Check-in, getting to know each other and the accommodation, dinner and drinks.

After breakfast the first theoretical surf lesson begins, followed by our first group surf session on the beach. We usually have lunch together near the seaside.

After the afternoon yoga session, we go for the second surf session. We end the day at a lovely seaside restaurant with delicious food.

Breakfast, morning surf session, lunch at the accommodation. In the afternoon, we embark on a boat trip on Lake Koggala to see some wildlife and visit three different islands to meet the locals.

We have dinner back at the accommodation and then head to Mirissa Beach for a bonfire party.

After the morning surf and lunch on the beach, the group can visit Galle in the afternoon, where we explore the castle and learn about colonial architecture.

Dinner at the best fish restaurant in the area.

Thanks to the experience we've gained so far, we'll have enough confidence to have photos and videos taken of our surfing skills, so you will surely have some nice memories to last.

This session is followed by another theoretical lesson, then lunch, yoga and in the late afternoon we visit the famous tea plantation of Handunugoda. After dinner we analyse the footage we made during the morning session.

We're leaving the surf boards behind and head to the amazing Hiriketiya bay, where we enjoy the beach and the waves. Then we hit an awesome lunch spot and head to Mulkirigala Rock Temple to learn about local culture.

To finish up the day, we head to Midigama to let the steam out with a Cheeky Monkey Party.

We start with the usual morning surf, then head to a secluded beach near Mirissa for some off-the-radar exploration as an optional adventure if the group is interested.

After lunch at the Weligama fish market, we'll do yoga and surf again in the afternoon. We'll end the day with dinner at the Lighthouse and an epic ocean sunset.

Start the day with a morning surf session, followed by some well-earned chill time and an afternoon yoga session. Or, switch things up with an optional Uduwella safari or whale and dolphin watching excursion, depending on the group’s vibe.

Our day ends in Weligama at an awesome tiki bar.

We start our final day with a group meal followed by optional massage and spa treatments. Checkout from the hotel is around noon, then we head to the airport and return home with amazing new memories.

Alternatively, those who wish can extend their stay and spend an additional 4 nights on the island with us on our optional adventure add-on.

For those who prefer to stay longer, we organize a trip into the mountains to explore world-famous tea plantations. Here, we spend two nights at a secluded organic farm producing the highest quality artisanal tea. We go hiking, practice yoga, and attend cooking and tea classes.

On the morning of the third day, we board a train and spend half a day travelling through tea plantations on the world's most beautiful railway line. In Nuwara Eliya, the capital of the Sri Lankan highlands at 1,868 meters, we stay in an elegant, colonial-style grand hotel.Finally we visit an ethical elephant orphanage on the way back to our beachfront hotel near the airport for our last night before flying home.

The program is subject to change at any times. The final itinerary depends on current weather conditions and the group’s skills and stamina.

Optional Extension

Sri Lanka Outdoor Adventure

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Our guides

Amanda

Tour Guide, Balkan Rally host

When you join her on a trip, you can count on her expertise, with top restaurants, unforgettable surf sessions, and a relaxed vibe guaranteed.

Senna

Tour Guide

If we’re planning to add a new surf destination to GoBeyond’s repertoire, he’s the first person we consult to work out the essential details.

Alexa

Tour Guide

A huge sports enthusiast, whether it’s board sports, horseback riding, or yoga—which, by the way, she loves to teach. If anyone embodies body awareness, it’s definitely her.

Your tailor-made surfing holiday

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As an experienced surfer, would you rather hit the advanced spots with your buddies? Or would you prefer to do more yoga sessions and visit tea plantations in the mountains? Are you a family traveller who prefers safaris and beaches? If you're looking for a different time, a trip with family or friends, a little more sport or a more relaxing activity, feel free to contact us with your ideas and we'll be happy to organise the adventure of your dreams.

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Booking

Secure your spot with a deposit & travel contract

Plane tickets & visa arrangement if needed

Typically 1-2 months before departure

Second Instalment

30 days before departure

FAQ

Obviously yes, at least half of the group always consists of beginners. We have found perfect conditions for beginners each year, and with the help of the professional instructors, you will be able to learn the basics very effectively.

During the daytime it’s sunny, around 28-35 °C, during the night it’s around 28 °C. The water is 28 °C. Board short, bikini, lycra (UV and rash protection) surf shirt is needed. Don’t forget the reef-safe sunscreen and your hat at home!

A GoBeyond tour guide and professional local instructors with many years of experience.

Sri Lanka offers the best beginners and intermediate waves. Most likely you won’t find stand up barrels, but there are also hollow waves breaking on shallow reefs and lots of forgiving and super fun reef breaks. If you’re not only focusing on very big waves and you’re not a pro, you will enjoy it!

We’re pretty sure that you’ll love surfing. In the same time the villages of Sri Lanka have a very chill vibe and enjoying the sun on a tropical beach is quite easy. On the other hand most of the group will surf at least half day every day, meaning we'll stay on the beach together going in and out of the water.

The private villa consist of stylish double or quadruple rooms, each with ocean views, light-filled rooms, air conditioning, and a private bathroom. Common areas are just steps away from the beach and feature a swimming pool and bar area.

Not at all. There are always people who come alone, so you can be sure that you’ll make new friends!

It depends on your spending habits, but you can get by comfortably on $50 a day. If you're doing all the optional activities and want to party, you should aim for $100.

The local currency is Sri Lankan Rupees LKR. You can only change money in banks at the airport and some small shops with your passport. First, it’s recommended to change some money at the airport, then we’ll go to a bank if you run out. You can only pay by card at our surf house, there are a few atms but withdraws have large extra charges so we recommend using cash.

It depends on your nationality, please always check it on your local embassy’s website. From most of the European countries, the price of the visa is $50 and you will need to fill out an online form before the arrival (http://www.eta.gov.lk/slvisa/).

Healthy fresh food, mostly based on seafood, chicken, rice and vegetables. You will get a buffet breakfast every morning and two community dinners. Coconuts are offered everywhere they are almost for free.

Tap water in Sri Lanka is OK for washing and brushing teeth, but it is not recommended for drinking. Bottled mineral water is cheap ($0.5) and available everywhere. Alternatively, there will be a purified water fountain at our surf hostel, where you can fill up your bottles and help keep plastic out of the ocean.

We cannot give official advice on vaccinations, as everyone's individual medical history, physical condition, etc. will determine what vaccinations they do or do not need. There is no mandatory vaccination.

There is an OK level of hygiene, no stomach infection has occurred in the last years as the foods are healthy and clean. It’s always a good idea to keep a hand sanitizer and/or a small bottle of spirit in your bag.