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Elephant Rock — Ampara

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District

Ampara

Province

Eastern

Best for

Beginner surfers and sunset watchers; mellow break by the rock

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About this place

Rounded headland a few km south of Main Point with a gentler break suited to learners and longboards. Reach by tuk-tuk toward Peanut Farm; climb the rock for sunset views over the bay. Seasonal surf schools set up here; agree lesson length and board size upfront.

Visitor brief

Good to know before you go

• The break is gentler than Main Point and suits learners and longboards in season (roughly May-October).
• Do not wear flip-flops; you climb rocks to reach the break and viewpoint.
• Sunset climbs are popular - bring water and descend before dark.
• Agree surf-school lesson length and board size upfront.

How to travel there

Base in Arugam Bay; tuk-tuk south toward Peanut Farm (10-20 minutes), then a short rock scramble.

Where to stay

Stay in Arugam Bay village or toward Peanut Farm: budget surf camps and mid-range beach guesthouses.

Nearby places

Arugam Bay Main Point, Peanut Farm surf beach, Crocodile Rock viewpoint, Pottuvil Lagoon eco safari

Scams to watch for

• Seasonal pop-up surf schools vary in quality - confirm instructor credentials and board condition.

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