Ocean Surf Arugam Bay

Water temperatures stay warm at around 28°C year-round, so no wetsuit needed.

Essential gear:

• Reef boots: Useful for rocky entry/exit at Main Point (slippery rocks under the whitewater)
• Rashguard: Sun protection for long sessions
• First aid kit: Antiseptic for any reef cuts

Hazards to respect:

• Slippery rocks at Main Point entry/exit (boards get broken here regularly)
• Strong currents at Main Point requiring paddle fitness
• Crocodiles in rivers and lagoons (never swim in freshwater)
• No urchins at the main surf spots unlike the south coast