Mirissa Beach is one of the more protected surf spots on Sri Lanka’s south coast, making it an excellent option for total beginners. Unlike the more exposed beaches, the waves here rarely exceed 5 feet during the dry season, and even that is uncommon. Surfing Conditions at Mirissa Beach Wave Type: Small, soft beach break Best For: Absolute beginners Ideal Boards: Foam boards and longboards Best Swell: Small to moderate southwest (SW) swells Best Wind: Light offshore winds in the morning Best Season: November to April (dry season) Accessibility: Right on the sands of Mirissa Beach Why Surf at Mirissa…

Temple Point sits beside the famous Coconut Tree Hill, a hotspot for Instagram influencers who gather here at sunset. Named after the Bandaramulla Sri Sudarshanarama Temple that overlooks the break, this spot offers some of the rarest down-the-line surf in Sri Lanka. Surfing Conditions at Temple Point Wave Type: Right-hand reef break with a sketchy left option Best For: Intermediate to advanced surfers Ideal Boards: Shortboards for speed and manoeuvrability Best Swell: Southwest (SW) swells Best Wind: Offshore; hates crossshore winds Best Time to Surf: Early mornings and evenings for optimal conditions Ride Length: 20-30 seconds of steep, fast waves…

Mirissa Harbour offers a faster, hollower wave compared to the main Mirissa Beach. It is just one bay away from where most visitors relax. Once an overlooked spot, it has gained popularity thanks to its fun, workable waves that cater to intermediate and advanced surfers. Surfing Conditions at Mirissa Harbour Wave Type: Hollow right-hand reef break Best For: Intermediate to advanced surfers Ideal Boards: Shortboards for punchy days; longboards for fatter conditions Best Swell: Southwest (SW) swells Best Wind: Offshore winds in the morning Best Season: November to April Accessibility: A short walk from Mirissa Beach, but a long paddle…

At the very western end of Mirissa Beach lies Mirissa Reef, also known as Mirissa Right. This reef break is sandwiched between a large sea boulder and the headland, offering a classic right-hand point break popular with intermediate surfers. Surfing Conditions at Mirissa Reef Wave Type: Right-hand reef break Best For: Intermediate surfers Ideal Boards: Shortboards and fishboards Ride Length: 100 meters on good days Best Swell: S-SE swells Best Season: November to April Accessibility: Short walk from Mirissa Beach What to Expect at Mirissa Reef Mirissa Reef is one of the mellower reef points in Sri Lanka, making it…

Visiting Mirissa to watch whales was one of the most captivating experiences ever. Situated along Sri Lanka’s southern coastline, Mirissa is a charming beach town that offers a serene seaside escape and the thrill of encountering some of the world’s largest marine creatures. Arriving at Mirissa The journey to Mirissa was a joy, with the scenic southern coast roads offering glimpses of palm-lined beaches and turquoise waters. I arrived at Mirissa early in the evening and spent the night listening to the waves crashing against the shore, eagerly anticipating the next morning's adventure. Setting Off at Dawn The whale-watching tour…