Travel from Galle to Arugam Bay with a private chauffeur from SL RIDE. A perfectly preserved Dutch colonial fort city and UNESCO site, packed with boutique galleries, cafés, and history. 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
278 km
Estimated Travel Time
~6h 57m
Vehicle Options
Car, Van, Bus
One of the oldest Protestant churches in Asia (1755), with original Dutch gravestones set into its floor.
Watch professional surfers ride the famous point break as the sun sets over the Indian Ocean.
Wander the UNESCO-listed Dutch colonial fort, its ramparts, lighthouse, boutiques, and centuries-old streets.
Watch the sunset from the fort's outer walls with views over the Indian Ocean — one of Sri Lanka's iconic scenes.
A short hike through coastal jungle leads to a secluded beach with excellent snorkeling just offshore.
Walk to a scenic ocean headland where surfers ride the waves below and sea eagles circle overhead.
A remote wilderness safari through the park adjacent to Yala, famous for its vast bird colonies and wildlife.
Explore the mangrove-lined lagoon by boat and spot crocodiles, water buffalo, and rare birdlife.
Learn to surf at Arugam Bay's famous point break — one of the top ten surf spots in the world.
