SL RIDE

Unawatuna to Arugam Bay

277 km ~6h 56m by car

Travel from Unawatuna to Arugam Bay with a private chauffeur from SL RIDE. A sheltered bay with calm turquoise waters, vibrant coral reefs, and a relaxed beach-village atmosphere. A world-famous surf point on the east coast, surrounded by lagoons, wildlife, and an easy-going surfer culture. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the scenic drive across Sri Lanka.

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Distance

277 km

Estimated Travel Time

~6h 56m

Vehicle Options

Car, Van, Bus

Things to Do in Unawatuna

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Japanese Peace Pagoda Hike
Cultural

Japanese Peace Pagoda Hike

Unawatuna1h

A short jungle trail leads to a serene white Buddhist stupa on a hilltop with sweeping views of the coastline.

Rumassala Jungle Walk
Nature

Rumassala Jungle Walk

Unawatuna1.5h

Trek through the Rumassala nature reserve — said to be the spot where Hanuman dropped a piece of the Himalayan mountain range.

Unawatuna Beach & Snorkeling
Adventure

Unawatuna Beach & Snorkeling

Unawatuna3hTicket $15

Swim in the sheltered turquoise bay and snorkel over vibrant coral gardens just metres from shore.

Things to Do in Arugam Bay

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Arugam Bay Sunset Surf Watch
Leisure

Arugam Bay Sunset Surf Watch

Arugam Bay1.5h

Watch professional surfers ride the famous point break as the sun sets over the Indian Ocean.

Crocodile Rock Viewpoint
Leisure

Crocodile Rock Viewpoint

Arugam Bay1h

Walk to a scenic ocean headland where surfers ride the waves below and sea eagles circle overhead.

Kumana National Park Safari
Nature

Kumana National Park Safari

Arugam Bay5hTicket $45

A remote wilderness safari through the park adjacent to Yala, famous for its vast bird colonies and wildlife.

Pottuvil Lagoon Safari
Nature

Pottuvil Lagoon Safari

Arugam Bay2hTicket $20

Explore the mangrove-lined lagoon by boat and spot crocodiles, water buffalo, and rare birdlife.

Surf Lesson at Main Point
Adventure

Surf Lesson at Main Point

Arugam Bay2hTicket $25

Learn to surf at Arugam Bay's famous point break — one of the top ten surf spots in the world.

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