Introducing Ahangama & Midigama
This is Sri Lanka’s surfers’ paradise, known for its powerful left break. For the best surfing in Ahangama, head straight out from Kabalana Beach Hotel; in Midigama, look for the breaks near the 139km marker. The whole area is popular with surfers as it’s cheap to stay here and the breaks are never crowded. But apart from surfing, the area doesn’t have wide appeal; the beaches can be pretty thin and there’s no real concentration of places that appeal to travellers.
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Note that the water covers lots of rocks, coral and other hazards. Also, besides a few guesthouses offering battered boards for rent (Rs 450 to 600 per day), there are no places selling surf gear or offering repairs – you’ll have to go to Hikkaduwa.
One worthwhile stop on this stretch of coast is the Sea Turtle Farm & Hatchery (0777 836115; admission Rs 150; 7am-7pm), midway between the 128km and 129km posts, where you can see baby turtles that are ready for release into the ocean here.
Last updated: Feb 17, 2009
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RE: Getting to Ahangama - Handunugoda Tea Estate
by Ciaran88 29 July 2011
Heya, thanks for the great reply! I emailed the estate and was told to first get to Galle (not sure if by bus or train) and then call…
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RE: Getting to Ahangama - Handunugoda Tea Estate
by Rod_B 28 July 2011
Hi Ciaran, Getting there from Gampaha is straight forward enough. From Gampaha a bus or even a tuk tuk to Wellawaya. ( about 20…
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