2026 Jul 21
The East Coast’s surf scene operates on its own seasonal clock, and we’re right in the midst of it. If you’re planning an escape to these eastern shores to experience the unique joys of surfing, you’ll want to score the best waves and the best instructors. Here are some must-visit surf schools for your next coastal adventure! Note that these places are subject to the exchange rate!
1. Safa Surf & Yoga
Open hours: Monday – Sunday, 24 hours
Price range: USD 400 (LKR 13,500)
Tel: 0779 552 268 | 0632 248 106
Address: Galaxy Road, Arugam Bay, Pottuvil
Facebook: @Safa Surf Camp
Instagram:@arugambay.safa.srilanka
Website: https://www.safaarugambay.com/
2. Dylan’s Surf Company
Open hours: Monday – Sunday, 6 am – 9 pm
Price range: LKR 4,600 – LKR 13,000
Tel: 0632 248 801 | 0776 425 121
Address: Main Street, Arugam Bay, Pottuvil
Facebook: @Dylan’s Surf Company
Instagram:@dylanssurfcompany
Website: https://dylanssurfcompany.com/
3. Arugam Bay Surf Center
Open hours: Monday – Sunday, 6 am – 10 pm
Price range: USD 35 – USD 50 (LKR 11,800 – LKR 17,000)
Tel: 0712 773 515
Address: Al Aksha School Road, Arugam Bay
Facebook: @Arugam Bay Surf Center
Instagram: @surfcenterarugambay
Website: https://arugambaysurfcenter.com/
4. Banana Surf Camp
Open hours: Monday – Sunday, 5 am – 5 pm
Price range: LKR 9,000
Tel: 0775 407 670
Address: Panama Road, Arugam Bay, P/05 Main Street, Pottuvil
Facebook: @Banana Surf Camp
Instagram: @arugambay_bananasurf
Website: https://bananasurfcamp.com/
5. Amigo Surf School
Open hours: Monday – Sunday, 6 am – 10 pm
Price range: USD 30 – USD 125 (LKR 10,000 – LKR 42,000)
Tel: 0774 275 229
Address: Pottuvil, Arugam Bay
Facebook:@Amigo surf school
Instagram: @amigosurfschool
Website: https://amigosurfschool.com/
6. SurfSoulCo
Open hours: Monday – Sunday, 24 hours
Price range: USD 25 – USD 30 (LKR 8,500 – LKR 10,000)
Tel: 0772 211 721
Address: Panama Road, Pottuvil, Arugam Bay
Facebook: @Surf Soul Surf & Yoga camp
Instagram:@arugambay_surfsoul
Website: https://surfsoulco.com/
7. MSM Surf School
Open hours: Monday – Sunday, 5:30 am – 10:30 pm
Price range: LKR 6,000 – LKR, 12,000
Tel: 0776 260 667
Address: Main Street, Arugam Bay, Pottuvil
Facebook:@MSM Surf School
Instagram:@msm_surfschool_arugambay
Website: https://msmsurfcamp.com/
8. Ocean Surf Arugam Bay
Open hours: Monday – Sunday, 6 am – 9 pm
Price range: EUR 28 ~ LKR 10,700
Tel: 0754 300 501
Address: Main Street, Pottuvil, Arugam Bay
Facebook: @Ocean Surf Arugam Bay
Instagram: @ocean_surf_arugambay
Website: https://oceansurfarugambay.com/
9. Star Rest Surf Camp
Open hours: Monday – Sunday, 05 am – 11:30 pm
Price range: USD 24 – USD 35 (LKR 8,000 – LKR 11,800)
Tel: 0752 292 629 | 0776 323 083
Address: Main Street, Pottuvil, Arugam Bay
Facebook: @Star Rest Surf Camp
Instagram: @star_rest_surf_camp_arugambay
Website: https://starrestsurfcamp.com/
10. Pappy’s Surf Schoolシ
Open hours: Monday – Sunday, 24 hours
Price range: USD 18 – USD 65 (LKR 6,000 – LKR 22,000)
Tel: 0752 654 456
Address: Main Street, Arugam Bay
Facebook: @Pappy’s Surf Schoolシ
Instagram: @pappys_surf_school
Website: https://pappysarugambay.com/
11. No Worries Surf Shop
Open hours: Monday – Sunday, 6 am – 10 pm
Price range: USD 25 (LKR 8,400)
Tel: 0774 121 771
Address: 8, Main Street, Arugam Bay, Pottuvil
Facebook:@No Worries Surf Shop
Instagram: @no_worries_surf_abay
Website: https://noworriessurfbay.com/
12. Surf with Deen
Open hours: Monday – Sunday, 6 am – 9 pm
Price range: EUR 20 (LKR 7,500)
Tel: 0752 881 545
Address: 47, Water Music Road, Arugam Bay
Facebook: @Surf with Deen
Instagram:@surfwithdeen
Website: https://surfwithdeen.wixsite.com/surfholidaysrilanka/
13. Krish Surf Shack
Open hours: Monday – Sunday, 6 am – 5 pm
Price range: EUR 17 upwards | LKR 5,550 for locals
Tel: 0779 050 689
Address: Main Point Road, Panama Road, Arugam Bay
Facebook: @Krish Surf Shack
Instagram:@krish.surf.shack
Whether you’re a complete beginner or chasing bigger waves, these East Coast surfing schools have you covered!
