Top Things to do in Arugam Bay
Top 10 Private Tours in Arugam Bay, Eastern Province
Arugam Bay (Tamil: அறுகம் குடா), known locally as "Arugam Kudah", is a bay situated on the Indian Ocean in the dry zone of Sri Lanka's southeast coast, and a historic settlement of the ancient Batticaloa Territory (Mattakallappu Desam). The bay is located 117 kilometres (73 mi) south of Batticaloa, 320 kilometres (200 mi) due east of Colombo, and approximately 4 kilometres (2.5 mi) south of the market town of Pottuvil. The main settlement in the area, known locally as Ullae, is predominantly Muslim, however there is a significant Sri Lankan Tamil and Sinhala population to the south of the village, as well as a number of international migrants, largely from Europe and Australia. While traditionally fishing has dominated the local economy, tourism has grown rapidly in the area in recent years. Arugam Kudah's literal Tamil translation is "Bay of Cynodon dactylon". Tourism in Arugam Bay is dominated by surf tourism, thanks to several quality breaks in the area, however tourists are also attracted by the local beaches, lagoons, historic temples and the nearby Kumana National Park.
Restaurants in Arugam Bay
1. Kandy to Arugam Bay 3 day classic tour
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
Visit Sri Lanka on this classic 3-day private tour. We provide friendly service to our clients and we are dedicated to provide the best experience to our customers, and at very low friendly prices. We will do our best to make your trip the best experience. Please note, entrance fees at sites are at your own expense.
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle
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Reviewed By Laurens H
Very friendly guy with a good sense of humor! Had 1 day of tour around Kandy and the day before and after separate drives with Ranjith! Told us a lot about his town and we could make our own plan what we wanted to see.
2. Arugam Bay Green Tours Safari
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5.0 based on 6 reviews
We offer lagoon tours and safari around Arugambay, Kumana national park and Yalla national park. During the tour you will be able to see all kinds of animals. Elephants, crocodiles, bears, monkeys, and even leopards are very common to spot. Despite the safari, we offer save and secure Taxi services around the whole island. We have a TukTuk, scooter and bicycles. Of you are interested to share a great time with us, feel free to contact us any time. For bookings, please call us or send us a WhatsApp!! Thank you! Your Arugambay Green Tour Team
Inclusions: Tour guide
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Reviewed By YunghanC2
My boyfriend and I booked a private taxi from Arugambay to Colombo with them so we can have bigger space and privacy for the long 8hour journey. That means we paid 30% extra than a shared taxi. However, after we paid and we were leaving, we found out there's one more guy in the front passenger seat. So we asked is this a private taxi or shared, they replied surely it's private. We thought maybe this guy just needed a lift to nearby village so we didn't say more. Unfortunately, the driver went to the next village. He picked up another guy! We complained that we booked a private taxi. The driver BS us that they are 3 brothers and they all need to go to hospital in Colombo. Yeah right they didn't even talk each other the whole way. It was in the middle of nowhere when we found out they cheated so couldn't really do anything. So end of the story- we paid extra money for private taxi and ended up sharing it with two extra guy!!
3. Paradise Sri Lanka (10N /11 D)
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS o Anuradhapura ancient city o Jaffna war museum o Iranamadu tank o Eastern beaches o Snorkeling o ”Kumana” bird watching safari o Maligawila Buddha statue Options for free o Taste local fruits & king coconut o Tuk tuk ride at Anuradhapura o Jaffna fort & ruins o Koneshwaran Hindu kovil o Fish market o Bicycle ride at Arugam Bay o Gem museum o Colombo city tour
Inclusions: Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Domestic transportation , Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, English speaking chauffeur / guide and All porterage and local taxes., Entrance fees (Tour highlights) , Twin share accommodations
Exclusions: Expenditure of a personal nature , International airfare Visa fee and Travel Insurance , Tips and Entrance fees not mentioned in the itinerary
Reviewed By Williams20000102
Excellent guide tour, The guide showed us the real live in markets.. just amazing . Good local restaurants, really good value for money.
4. Best of East and Surf - Sri Lanka ( 10 N / 11 D)
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS Kandy Tooth Relic Temple Gem Museum Kandy city tour Kumana park safari Minneriya wildlife safari Colombo City tour Options for free Taste local fruits & king coconut Try traditional costumes Bicycle tour in Arugam bay Elephant rock Tuk-tuk ride in Habarana Hindu kovil Taste street foods
Inclusions: Domestic transportation , Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Dinner, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, English speaking chauffeur / guide and All porterage and local taxes., Entrance fees (Tour highlights) , Twin share accommodations
Exclusions: Expenditure of a personal nature , International airfare Visa fee and Travel Insurance , Tips and Entrance fees not mentioned in the itinerary
Reviewed By Williams20000102
Excellent guide tour, The guide showed us the real live in markets.. just amazing . Good local restaurants, really good value for money.
5. Sri Lanka 5 Days sightseeing tour package - Private tour
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4.8 based on 15 reviews
Tour will be unique and private,Spend your holiday with us in Sri Lanka. Our team will be always with you.Sri Lanka is a beautiful island with different entertaining places. You can visit the historical dutch fortress in Galle ,the best asian beach Unawatuna ,A boat tour in Madu river seeing different islands in the river ,Elephants and different animals in udawalawa national park and waterfalls such as Rawana falls.Your all five days will be very interesting and entertaining with our private tour onl you and your team at the tour
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Airport or Hotel Pick up and Drop off , 4 Night accommodation , Private Safari tour at Udawalawe National Park, Private boat tour at Madu river, 5 Days private Tour
Exclusions: Flight tickets
Reviewed By F1129KUrebeccas
Our tour started with the pick up from our hotel at Galle fort. Roshan was so friendly and extremely informative. Had a wonderful day with new friends, enjoying the scenery and hiking the Rainforest. This should be in everyone's list when visiting Sri Lanka. Loved the added bonus of Tea factory visit. Guide Wigitha made the day amazing. Although no rain in the rainforest ,this day made the hike a bit less slippery, the flora, fauna and the waterfall -- all made a lovely day. One of our Dreams was to swim under the waterfall, and we got a chance to do it here. Transportation was comfortable and efficient, and the lunch was delicious. Would highly recommend this tour and also this tour company.
6. Arugam Bay Hotels To Airport Transfer (CMB)-Departure
Pre-book this private departure transfer from Arugam Bay hotels to Bandaranayake International Airport to end your vacation in Sri Lanka on the right foot. When you arrive at your hotel lobby, your professional driver meets you and Transfers to Bandaranayake International Airport. Relax in your private, air-conditioned vehicle and arrive at airport safely and efficiently.
Inclusions: Hotel pickup (Arugam Bay) and drop-off (airport CMB), English Speaking Driver, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation
Exclusions: Excess luggage charges (where applicable), Food and drinks, Gratuities
Reviewed By Bohuslav D
U would like to thank Bishan Janith (tourguide) for a nice and stress free day in Galle and on the jungle beach.
7. Arugam Bay Holiday Package,Sri Lanka
• Spend full day in arugam bay beach • Enjoy most famous beach in the country • Pottuvil Lagoon Boat Tour • Observe many different varieties of birds • Udawalawe National Park jeep Safari • Watch elephants bathing at Udawalawe
Inclusions: Pick from Airport or near by, Private car,van with the services of a professional tour guide, Three night accommodation, Boat tour at pottuvil, Jeep tour at Udawalawe, Airport or Hotel drop offs
Exclusions: If any entry entrance tickets, Lunch ,Dinner and Breakfast (will be provided for a refreshment break)
Reviewed By F1129KUrebeccas
Our tour started with the pick up from our hotel at Galle fort. Roshan was so friendly and extremely informative. Had a wonderful day with new friends, enjoying the scenery and hiking the Rainforest. This should be in everyone's list when visiting Sri Lanka. Loved the added bonus of Tea factory visit. Guide Wigitha made the day amazing. Although no rain in the rainforest ,this day made the hike a bit less slippery, the flora, fauna and the waterfall -- all made a lovely day. One of our Dreams was to swim under the waterfall, and we got a chance to do it here. Transportation was comfortable and efficient, and the lunch was delicious. Would highly recommend this tour and also this tour company.
8. Adventure Tour in Sri Lanka (17 Days)
Enclosed with sandy beaches, rainforests, cultural sites, world heritage sites and green mountains, Sri Lanka is a travellers’ destination. We have crafted 17 days (16 nights) tour for the travellers looking for extended vacations engaged with many recreational activities.
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, WiFi on board, Free Water Bottles , Local SIM Cards
Exclusions: Use of SCUBA equipment, Parking Fees, Use of Snorkelling equipment, Gratuities
Reviewed By AnthonyCh89
This was the best tour yet I've done. The tour was well organised by the friendly staff and I got maximum out of 11 days visit one of the most beautiful places on earth. Highly recommended
9. 10 Days beach Round Tour at ARUGAM BAY
Air Port - Hikkaduwa - Arugambay -Pasikuda- Nilaveli- Habarana - Sigiriya- Dambulla - Kalpitiya - Negombo - Air Port
Inclusions: Lunch, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Dinner, Lunch, Dinner, Dinner, Lunch, Dinner, Dinner, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Dinner, Lunch, Lunch
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Reviewed By Charlie_Tomlinson
My partner and I had a wonderful holiday in Sri Lanka, and were able to see much more of the country than we had expected, as everything was made so easy and convenient for us by the drivers at Visit So Sri Lanka. We met Duminda by chance in Colombo, on the second day of our holiday - at which stage we were unsure on the best way to get around the country. We had a surfboard and had read conflicting reviews about the trains - how busy they were and difficult to book etc. We didn't want to risk losing days of our holiday by missing trains or not being able to fit our big backpacks and board on. Having a driver was perfect, so easy. We learned valuable information about the culture and places from our driver, and visited places that we hadn't stumbled across whilst researching prior to our trip. We took the drivers between most places, and if we stopped somewhere for a few days, we would part ways until we needed to travel to the next place. So we had a good balance of time on our own and having a guided tour. Duminda was so accommodating - if we needed to leave a place early in the morning to get to our next destination, it was no problem. If we decided we wanted to change our route at the last minute, he was happy to rearrange for us. If we wanted to stop for lunch to break up the journey, he could always recommend a good curry buffet! Visit So Sri Lanka Tours are very passionate about tourists enjoying their country and experiencing the best places, sights and activities, because they love their country and want others to love it too! As per our initial plans, we weren't going to have time to see Sigiriya or do a safari, but Duminda was able to suggest an alternative itinerary so that we were able to do this. We are very grateful to this company for helping to make our holiday one that was full of adventure and will not be forgotten!
10. East Explorer (21 Days)
(SKU: LK10LBS011) Visit the cool, lush green hill country. Embark on fascinating wildlife safaris and walk with the Aborigines (The ancient ones). Have a truly Sri Lankan experience with a cup of Ceylon Tea or fresh King Coconuts on the calm southern coast. This is undoubtedly a tour of immense charm. ) Visit the cool, lush green hill country. Embark on fascinating wildlife safaris and walk with the Aborigines (The ancient ones). Have a truly Sri Lankan experience with a cup of Ceylon Tea or fresh King Coconuts on the calm southern coast. This is undoubtedly a tour of immense charm.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Accommodation at 3 Star Hotels., Transport in a Private Vehicle, inclusive of all chauffeur accommodation., Service of an English-Speaking Chauffeur Guide throughout the tour., All prevailing taxes and service charges.
Exclusions: Entry Visa Fees., International / Domestic Airfare., Any expenses of personal nature., Tips & Portages., Compulsory Supplements/Peak Supplements.
Reviewed By J1159RGisabelleg
The park offers everything that is needed for an exciting safari. Great landscapes, many animals, especially elephants! We were very close to the elephants and were very lucky to be able to watch a whole herd and also some baby elephants. Furthermore, I would like to emphasize our tour guide - not only did he inspire and excite us with his very good mood, he also saw many small animals with his trained eye and answered our questions thoroughly. The 3 hours passed by in no time and gave us many nice memories. Would totally recommend booking a trip with these guys :-)
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