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Arugam Bay

Sri Lanka
Ranked #13 of 120 attractions in Sri Lanka
4.0 of 5 stars 28 Reviews
Type: Beaches, Bodies of Water
Activities: Surfing
Traveller Description: Arugam Bay is situated in the east of Sri Lanka right north of Yala Ntl. Park. It is known for it's great waves in July. Pottuvil, the town there... more »
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raysto
Brighton, United Kingdom
Senior Contributor
25 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 February 2012 NEW

Arugam bay was a real highlight for us on a 6 week trip around sri lanka. SL seems to be a bit rip-off these days, compared with our last trip here in 2004, with silly prices for food and accommodation, especially in the south, south-east and near the "safari" zones. But Arugam bay restored our faith. It's one of the... More

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shirantha k
Colombo, Sri Lanka
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4 reviews
1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 November 2011
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We visited Arugam Bay and stayed at Ranga’s Beach Hut for few days. I loved the stay, food and the atmosphere at Beach Hut. Arugam Bay is an amazing place, the beach to the limit our eye can find scenery. Since we went there closer to the end of the season not crowded as well. We visited Kumana Bird Sanctuary... More

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Daniel L
Munich, Germany
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4 reviews
8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 October 2011
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person found this review helpful

This is one of the wonderful beach in the world & great place for Surfing... Our Tour Organize from Fly Wing Tours Pvt Ltd. They are make wonderful tour package for us. They have good rates for the packages... We are highly recommend this Travel agency... Thanks, Daniel More

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Ranitha_f
Moratuwa, Sri Lanka
Top Contributor
55 reviews
34 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 October 2011

We visited Arugam bay Beach in October 08 - 10th and had a fantastic time. There is so much to do there from the gorgeous white sand beach itself to restaurants on the beach and close by. The water was super warm and the tide it's great for Surf lovers . I would recommend this beach to couples and families... More

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rifad r
Kuwait City, Kuwait
1 review
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 October 2011

I have stayed with my family, and i really enjoyed my stay, the staff were very friendly and professional. the food was delicious, I am highly recomending this Hotel" Fantacy" the bay of the way hotel for any one. I FELT VERY SAFETY IN THIS HOTEL More

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janbien
The Hague
Senior Contributor
23 reviews
9 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 October 2011

Nice little town which is popular by surfers. Beautifull mangroves, trips are possible through former hilton guesthouse. Profits go to local community. Wild eliphants, crocs, lots of birds. Recommended. Not the best beach for swimming. Good spot for beginners as well as advanced. More

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Suren99
Colombo, Sri Lanka
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 September 2011

Spent a week from August 7-15 in Arugam Bay with 8 adults and 6 kids. We booked Kudakalliya bungalow which is about half km away from the main strip of hotels and restaurants. This is simply the most private accommodation to stay in the area, with 4 double bedrooms plus a great outdoor deck that can sleep upto 6 more!... More

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SriLanka2011_August
Phoenix, Arizona
1 review
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 September 2011

We enjoyed staying at the Hideaway in Arugam Bay. Sharon is a gracious host and her hotel delivers on it's promise of comfortable rooms, good service and fine food. We wouldn't have stayed anywhere else. Also, don't miss out on the beaches south of Panama. You can expect to be the only one there - other than, maybe, an underemployed... More

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SLauckner-Rothschild
London, United Kingdom
1 review
2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 September 2011
2
people found this review helpful

Hideaway is an absolutely gorgeous place and I believe the best accommodation and restaurant there is in Arugam Bay. Of my four-week round travel in Sri Lanka with my two young children, this place - it's beautiful aesthetics, loving attention to detail, superior food and incredibly kind and helpful owner Sharon and her staff; all culminating in creating the most... More

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nicola_digennaro
Modena, Italy
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3 reviews
1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 August 2011

i stayed in Hideway by chance (it was only place with 1 room available in Arugam Bay), but fate could not be more generous with me. i' d like to tell you my experience with Sharon (owner of Hideway) me and my girlfriend was expected to being picked at 12.00up from Hideway to leave Arugam Bay trought Ella (hill area... More

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