SL RIDE

Arugam Bay to Trincomalee

289 km ~7h 14m by car

Travel from Arugam Bay to Trincomalee with a private chauffeur from SL RIDE. A world-famous surf point on the east coast, surrounded by lagoons, wildlife, and an easy-going surfer culture. A stunning natural harbour on the east coast with pristine beaches, hot springs, and sacred Hindu temples. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the scenic drive across Sri Lanka.

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Distance

289 km

Estimated Travel Time

~7h 14m

Vehicle Options

Car, Van, Bus

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.

Things to Do in Trincomalee

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Kanniya Hot Springs
Nature

Kanniya Hot Springs

Trincomalee1h

Visit seven ancient wells with naturally warm water at different temperatures — a unique geological curiosity.

Koneswaram Temple Visit
Religious

Koneswaram Temple Visit

Trincomalee1h

A sacred Hindu temple perched on Swami Rock cliff, offering dramatic views over Trincomalee's natural harbour.

Nilaveli Beach Day
Leisure

Nilaveli Beach Day

Trincomalee3h

Relax on one of Sri Lanka's most beautiful and uncrowded white-sand beaches on the east coast.

Pigeon Island Snorkeling
Adventure

Pigeon Island Snorkeling

Trincomalee3hTicket $25

Sri Lanka's best snorkeling — crystal-clear waters with blacktip reef sharks, stingrays, and abundant coral.

Whale Watching (Blue & Sperm Whales)
Nature

Whale Watching (Blue & Sperm Whales)

Trincomalee4hTicket $40

One of the world's best locations for blue and sperm whale sightings, just off the Trincomalee coast.

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