2 hours in the water at sunrise — done by breakfast, free for the whole day. Beginner-friendly surf & stay packages at Sri Lanka's two best surf destinations.
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South coast Sri Lanka — long, gentle waves that are perfect for beginners. Easy access from Colombo, vibrant beach town, and some of the most consistent surf on the island.
Same format, different ocean.
5:30 AM sessions on Weligama's famous mellow south coast breaks — the best conditions for learning. Done by 7:30 AM, free to explore the south coast, visit Mirissa, Galle Fort, or just relax on the beach.
Shared dorm
Weligama Surf & Stay
$449 / person
8 days · 7 nights · 8-bed dorm · Sun–Sat
What's included
Private room
Weligama Surf & Stay
$649 / person
8 days · 7 nights · private room · Sun–Sat
What's included
🍽️ All meals included — same authentic menu
7 dinners — a different dish every night
Daily breakfast buffet — every morning
Weligama Surf & Stay · Weekly Programme
Check in Sunday, check out the following Sunday. Every day structured for maximum surf time, proper food and real memories.
Sunday · Day 1
Arrival & Welcome
ALL GUESTS Check-In & Orientation
Arrive at the Surf & Stays hub. Check in to your room, board fitting, meet your instructor and fellow surfers. Hub orientation and week briefing.
DINNER Welcome BBQ Night 🔥
Kick off the week with a BBQ welcome dinner. Meet the group, get to know your instructors and get excited for Monday morning.
EVENING Surf Movies 🎬
Settle in with surf films to get you stoked for the week. First session is 6:30 AM — early night recommended.
Monday · Day 2
First Surf Day + Video Analysis #1
L3 & L4 Early Morning Surf Session
Advanced guests hit the water first — glassy conditions, empty lineup.
BREAKFAST Buffet Breakfast
Kiri bath, string hoppers, toast, boiled eggs, fresh fruit & juice.
Surf Sessions + Pool Session
L1 & L2 · Beginners
2hr surf lesson + 2hr free surfing. Foundations — pop-up, paddling, wave selection. Pool session available.
L3 & L4 · Advanced
2nd session — turns, speed, reading the lineup. Pool session available.
DINNER Rice & Curry Night 🍛
Authentic Sri Lankan rice & curry dinner at the hub.
EVENING Surf Video Analysis #1 📹
Watch back footage from your sessions. Instructor breaks down your technique — what's working and what to fix tomorrow. Followed by surf movies.
Tuesday · Day 3
Surf + Cooking Class
L3 & L4 Early Morning Surf Session
Advanced group early session — apply feedback from last night's video analysis.
BREAKFAST Buffet Breakfast
Full breakfast buffet.
Surf Sessions
L1 & L2 · Beginners
2hr surf lesson + 2hr free surfing. Building consistency — more waves, longer rides.
L3 & L4 · Advanced
2nd session — applying video analysis feedback. Specific technique corrections.
SPECIAL Sri Lankan Cooking Class 👨🍳
Cook your own dinner tonight
Learn to make authentic Sri Lankan dishes with your instructor. Hands-on cooking class — then eat what you made.
EVENING Surf Theory Evening 📖
Ocean knowledge — how to read waves, tides, swell direction. Practical theory that makes you a smarter surfer. Followed by surf movies.
Wednesday · Day 4
Community Party Night 🎉
L3 & L4 Early Morning Surf Session
Advanced group early session.
BREAKFAST Buffet Breakfast
Full breakfast buffet.
Surf Sessions + Pool Session
L1 & L2 · Beginners
2hr surf lesson + 2hr free surfing. Pool session available.
L3 & L4 · Advanced
2nd session. Pool session available.
COMMUNITY NIGHT Wednesday Surf Community Party 🎉
The whole surf community comes together
Every Wednesday we open the doors. Surfers from across Weligama — guests, locals, instructors — all in one place. Music, food, good energy. The midweek highlight everyone talks about.
Thursday · Day 5
Surf + Movie Night 🍿
L3 & L4 Early Morning Surf Session
Advanced group early session.
BREAKFAST Buffet Breakfast
Full breakfast buffet.
Surf Sessions
L1 & L2 · Beginners
2hr surf lesson + 2hr free surfing. Mid-week refinement — technique corrections based on progress so far.
L3 & L4 · Advanced
2nd session — building on the week's progress.
OPTIONAL Surf Skate Group Session 🛹
Take the surf feeling to dry land. Great for technique transfer between sessions.
DINNER NIGHT OFF Explore Weligama
Head out and explore Weligama's restaurants on your own tonight. Our team can recommend the best local spots.
EVENING Movie Night — Free Popcorn 🍿
Cinema night at the hub
Kick back with popcorn, great company and a proper film. A chance to switch off and enjoy the evening together.
Friday · Day 6
Surf + Video Analysis #2 + Sunset Drinks
L3 & L4 Early Morning Surf Session
Advanced group — penultimate session of the week.
BREAKFAST Buffet Breakfast
Full breakfast buffet.
Surf Sessions
L1 & L2 · Beginners
2hr surf lesson + 2hr free surfing. Second to last session — putting everything together.
L3 & L4 · Advanced
2nd session — full wave surfing, final refinement before Saturday.
ALL Sunset Drinks @ Jungle Beach 🌅
Group sunset session at Jungle Beach. Watch the sun go down with your crew before the final evening of the week.
DINNER Seafood Grill Night 🦐
Friday night dinner — fresh seafood grill at the hub.
EVENING Surf Video Analysis #2 📹
See how far you've come
Watch your Monday footage next to today's. Your instructor walks through your full week progression — what changed, what improved, what to focus on next. Followed by Game Night.
Saturday · Day 7
Final Surf Day + Karaoke Night 🎤
L3 & L4 Early Morning Surf Session
Final early morning session — make it count.
BREAKFAST Buffet Breakfast
Last morning fuel-up before the final session.
Final Surf Sessions 🏄
L1 & L2 · Beginners
Final 2hr lesson + 2hr free surf. Show everything you've learned. Post-week progression plan from your instructor.
L3 & L4 · Advanced
Final session — free surf with instructor feedback and personalised progression plan.
DINNER Farewell Dinner 🥂
Last dinner together at the hub. Celebrate the week with the whole group.
FINALE Karaoke Night 🎤
Go out on a high
The week ends with karaoke. Whether you've got a voice or not — everyone's on the mic. The best way to end a week of surf, food and new friends.
Sunday · Day 8
Breakfast & Check-Out
BREAKFAST Final Breakfast
Last breakfast at the hub before you hit the road.
ALL GUESTS Check-Out
Check out by 11:00 AM. Luggage storage available at the hub until 18:00. See you in the water again soon. 🤙
East coast Sri Lanka — world-class point breaks, golden sand, and the best beginner waves on the island.
5:30 AM start — the best waves of the day.
We surf when the ocean is glassy and the crowds are still asleep. Your full 2 hours are in the water, not standing on the beach. Done by 7:30 AM — the whole day is yours to explore, rest, or head to Kumana National Park for a safari.
Shared dorm
Arugam Bay Surf & Stay
$449 / person
8 days · 7 nights · 8-bed dorm · Sun–Sat
What's included
Private room
Arugam Bay Surf & Stay
$649 / person
8 days · 7 nights · private room · Sun–Sat
What's included
🍽️ All meals included — authentic Sri Lankan food every day
7 dinners — a different dish every night
Daily breakfast buffet — every morning
