East Coast
Sri Lanka's best-kept secret — pristine turquoise beaches, world-class surf at Arugam Bay, and whale watching in Trincomalee's deep waters.
April to September
The east coast is perfectly dry when the west is wet. Visit April–September for the best beach weather.
East coast season: April–September. Beaches sheltered from the south-west monsoon.
What To See & Do
- 1Arugam Bay surfing
- 2Trincomalee
- 3Pigeon Island
- 4Batticaloa
- 5Kumana birds
Places to Visit
Beach Read GuideTrincomalee
A pristine east-coast harbour city with powder-white beaches, whale watching, and ancient Hindu temples perched dramatically over the Indian Ocean.
Beach Read GuideArugam Bay
One of the world's top surf breaks. This laid-back east-coast town draws surfers, beach lovers and wildlife enthusiasts (Kumana National Park is nearby).
East Coast Travel Guides
DestinationsTrincomalee Guide 2026: Beaches, Diving & Fort Frederick
Your complete guide to Trincomalee, Sri Lanka - Nilaveli and Marble Beach, Pigeon Island snorkelling, the HMS Hermes wreck dive, Fort Frederick, Koneswaram Temple, and whale shark season.
DestinationsArugam Bay Surf Guide 2026: Waves, Beaches & Where to Stay
Complete guide to Arugam Bay, Sri Lanka - the island's premier surf destination. Wave spots, surf schools, best months, where to stay, and day trips to Kumana and Pottuvil Lagoon.
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