South coast and safari
Ahangama and Midigama
Laid-back surf breaks and stilt fishermen
This stretch of coast is a favourite with surfers and longer-stay travellers who want something quieter than the bigger beach towns. There are beach and reef breaks for every level, from gentle first waves to fast reef breaks for experienced surfers, plus good cafés and yoga. The stilt fishermen work the rocks nearby, around Koggala. Galle Fort is about half an hour away.
Ahangama and Midigama
- Part of the island
- South coast and safari
- Suggested stay
- 3 nights
- Best months
- Jan, Feb, Mar, Dec
- Things to do
- Ask us
Weather
When to go
Sri Lanka has two monsoons, so the best months depend on the coast. This is the pattern here.
- Jan: best
- Feb: best
- Mar: best
- Apr: good
- May: expect rain
- Jun: expect rain
- Jul: expect rain
- Aug: good
- Sep: expect rain
- Oct: expect rain
- Nov: good
- Dec: best
Stays
Where to stay
Prices per night for two people sharing, for dates about six weeks away. Yours may differ.
Budget
Clean, simple guesthouses and small hotels
Surf Forever
$24Beachfront surf stay in Midigama with air-conditioned rooms and a coffee shop.
Beachfront · Air conditioning · Wi-Fi · Parking
Lotus Surf House
$33Surf house in Midigama with air-conditioned family rooms, a garden and a shared kitchen.
Air conditioning · Wi-Fi · Family rooms
Comfort
Mid-range hotels, often with a pool
Crown Breeze
$84Small hotel in Ahangama about 1 km from Kabalana beach, with a garden, terrace and restaurant.
Restaurant · Parking
Surfescape Sri Lanka
$90Surf stay in Midigama with direct beach access, air-conditioned rooms and a sun terrace.
Air conditioning · Wi-Fi