Arugambay
to head to the bubbly Eastern shoreline of Sri Lanka is now. And Arugambay, the Island's much-loved surf capital, is indeed where the spotlight shines, Whilo there are many roads that lead you, hero, the Pottuvil road that winds through the Lahugala Sanctuary is the perfect greeting to your wild adventure to the East Coast. "Traveling through the early hours of the morning or in the evening, one is bound to receive a glimpse of elephants. Knee-deep in marshes, the gentle giants indulge in the leaf greens twisting their trunks with a spray of water. Passing the sanctuary the road through Pottuvil and Panama is a scenic depiction of life in the East; jolly villagers going about their day, fishermen tiring away in the waters, and luminous, neat paddy fields. Funky sayings glint in the sun and surf-shaped signboards sway in welcome. Arugambay is the picture of a resort town with friendly smiles all around and refreshing thimble (king coconut) in hand. That "good vibes happen on the tides" is the theme along this coast. Tourists and locals
clad in resort wear are sure to be seen on bicycles, scooters, or even tuk-tuks heaving their surfboards to the wvave hotspota. The Arugambay Point with its thrilling waves attracts surfers from the first break of sunlight. Again and again, they ride the wondrous, wild wedges and whoppers: professionals maintaining balance with great skill, Hanging Ten with their hair blowing in the wind. When they complete Perfect 10', the sea's roar is joined with uplifting applause. Though at times the riders do bail off the boar in a comical splash, the whacks of the waves cannot keep these fun-loving, determined pro riders off the water. For beginners or those who wish to learn the surf sport, Whisky Point in Pottuvil is quite ideal. The whitecaps of Whisky Point are more lenient and make easy work for the learners. The pros come here too to enjoy the point's cheerful swells and swirls. Climb onto the iconic rock outcrop and enjoy the view and scenic sunrise. Another surf point that is close to Arugambay is the scenic Peanut Farm The point, where the rustic shrub forest and glassy lake borders the beach.
The wehitecps of Whisky Point re more lenient and make easy work for the learners The pros come here too to enjoy the point's eheerful swells and swirls.
The swings on the beach are ideal fo
resting after an exciting TOmp with
Waves, Thke note of the native weera
(Drypetes sepiaria) as well as palu
(Manilkara hexandra) trees in the are
and taste its exotic bounty. 1f you are
lucky you might even be visited by
an elephant on its daily walk.
Pottuvil Point is home to gnarly
waves, that appear at auspicious
times well into the months of July
and August. It is mostly flat, vet
when the elusive waves appear the
Surfers rush. Only the experienced
riders dare taken on the mammoth
waves that swell here. The Crocodile
Rock, with its soft sands, is on the
other hand another great place for
the beginners. The trek through the
shrubs is quite exciting. Although
it is quite a daring climb, hike up to
the top of the rock outcrop to enjoy
Panama Point is a lesser known
Surfing spot where its occasional le
breaks are sure to please the gooy
Surfers. Jaunty fisher folk with their
a blissful view.
Panamna l Point is a lesser known
surfing spot where its OCcasional l
breaks are sure to please the gonf
surfers. Jaunty fisher folk with theit
Hapbe its the saliy sea
thrill of he
wvEECS everone i
he Easten surf zone
has a face glowiny
cith enjoynent
colourful boats are sure to be around
sometimnes. While the Eastern Coast
always pops up with new surfine
Doints, the Panagala Point or Secret
Point is one such surfing place we
discovered. Reached through the
rustic and rural landscape, the drive
there is an experience in itself.
After a day soaked up in the sea
and rekindling your soul with rare
experiences in nature, it's time to
indulge. There are numerous resorts
and restaurants that serve sizzling
local flavours and also international
cuisine. Ease into the comfortable
chairs, sip on a cup of coffee and
pass time until you're ready to ride
more Waves.
The p
Maybe it's the salty sea air or the thrill of the waves, everyone in the Eastern Surf zone has a face glowing with enjoyment and a jovial quip on their tongue. So head on over. get Into vacation mode, slip into your Oxotic swimwear, and let the good times roll, 'cause it's Arugambay time
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