Beaches & surf
Which Sri Lanka beaches are in season when. South and west coast in winter, east coast in summer, and the best beach for families, surfers and couples.
Best time: All year, on the right coast
Sri Lanka always has a beach in season somewhere. The trick is choosing the right coast for your dates.
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South coast
A curved bay, blue whales offshore and easy beach days.
2 to 4 nights · Best December to April
South coast
A sheltered bay and easy beach base near Galle.
2 to 3 nights · Best December to April
South coast
A walled colonial town by the sea, made for slow wandering.
1 to 2 nights · Best December to April
South coast
A horseshoe surf bay and long empty beaches.
2 to 4 nights · Best December to April
East coast
Sri Lanka's surf capital on the east coast.
3 to 5 nights · Best May to September
East coast
Deep harbour, white beaches and snorkelling at Pigeon Island.
2 to 3 nights · Best May to September
East coast
A shallow, calm bay made for families.
2 to 3 nights · Best May to September