The ultimate 1 week surf itinerary
With Kima Surf Sri Lanka
Kima Surf has two beautiful surf camps in Sri Lanka, one in Weligama and one in Hiriketiya. Each camp has its own personality and charm to it, both offering different experiences that match the Kima vibe that we all love. Come surf, socialise, relax and experience island life in Kima Surf, Sri Lanka.
Want to know what to expect? Let's dive into the ultimate surf itinerary with Kima Surf, Sri Lanka.
Day one
Start off your surf trip on day one with a morning surf! Wake up, grab a quick coffee and banana or have your full three-course breakfast to fuel you for your surf session and then head to the van with your board! You can choose to join our 1-6 star sessions or if you are new to surfing you can do our 5-day Learn To Surf Course. The 5-day Learn To Surf Course has a set itinerary with specific goals for each day, whereas the 1- 6 star sessions are set in different surf spots each day and depend on your level of surf.
If you join our 1 - 6 star surf session, you’ll jump in the van and head to one of the surf spots chosen by your experienced surf guides. Head to a popular spot like Weligama Beach where you’ll catch long waves left and right, perfect for simply practising your pop-up or manoeuvres on the wave.
You’ll arrive back to camp mid-morning, where you can relax and have your breakfast before joining a pool session. Our pool sessions happen multiple times a week and this is where you can learn essential skills like popping up, turning your board and finding your balance in a controlled environment.
Spend the rest of the afternoon relaxing, grabbing a bite to eat at our restaurant or chilling in the pool. In the evenings, join one of our camp family dinners where we gather together around our communal tables and have a BBQ dinner. Your first day will be filled with activity and new people, setting the tone for the rest of the week!
Day two
Start your second day with another morning surf, followed by an afternoon surf to make the most of your Kima package! If conditions allow, you may find yourself at a reef break like Fisherman’s or Hiriketiya Bay. Before every session your surf guides will ensure to brief you on the spot and run through a good warm up so you are completely ready for your surf session.
When you arrive back to camp after two surf sessions, we’re sure that you will be a little stiff. Take the evening to relax and join one of the yoga sessions that is included in your stay. Join our afternoon yoga session in our yoga shala where a trained instructor will guide you through a rejuvenating session.
We have a range of nightly activities like nights out, beach sunsets, quiz nights and so on. Weligama is known for having quite a vibrant nightlife so join us for a party or if you're in Hiriketiya, join us for a sunset or social activity in camp.
Day three
For day three, you can try and jump on a day trip, which takes you to a spot a little bit further away from camp, where you’ll do two sessions in one spot. This gives you the opportunity to try some local food for lunch and enjoy everyone's company in a beautiful setting.
Come back from your surf sessions for a video analysis with our experienced surf guides. Here you’ll gather with the other surfers to watch your videos together and get valuable feedback about how you can improve. If you want to learn even more, head to one of our theory classrooms, where you’ll learn about topics like surf etiquette, how to read the waves and the forecast.
Day four
Now that you’ve surfed for three days, it may be time to try and explore some of what Sri Lanka has to offer. Kima has made this easy for you with a variety of cultural trips for you to join when you’re not surfing so you can experience more of Sri Lanka. Choose from cultural trips to:
Yala National Park: see all kinds of wildlife and leopards.
Udawala National Park: the best place to spot Asian elephants.
Mirissa Whale Watching: see blue whales, sperm whales, dolphins and turtles.
Snorkelling trip to Mirissa: snorkel with turtles at Mirissa beach.
Cultural trip: visit the tea plantations, spice garden and Galle Fort.
Day five
Now that you’re fully rested from your day off from surfing, jump into day four with a morning surf and see some real improvements. Our surf guides will be there every step of the way, giving you feedback on every one of your waves. At the end of your session, you’ll get some closing general feedback on what you can focus on for your next session. Maybe you’ll even move up a level and find your next session even more challenging and rewarding.
Come back to camp and socialise with other guests with our social activities for the rest of the afternoon or head out for another surf session. We have a range of social activities to ensure it's more than easy to meet other guests. Spend the afternoon painting, playing cards, making bracelets or joining in on a quiz night with other guests.
Day six
Now that you’ve got some surfing in and maybe a cultural trip too, you can think about exploring the area around you and taking some time to relax. Spend some time of your day recovering with an in-house massage or join us for our ice baths happening twice a week.
If you're staying in Weligama, you can explore many beaches in the area. The main beach is filled with restaurants and cafes where you can sit and chill for the day. Spend an afternoon at Paradise Cove, a beach lounge in Midigama, chilling on the beach and having amazing food and drinks. You could also take a tuk-tuk down to another beach called Bandrawatta Beach, a beautiful cove perfect for swimming. Or head to Coconut Tree Hill in Mirissa, a beautiful beach that's become quite popular because of its unique appearance and great surf.
If you’re staying in Hiriketiya, the main beach is a short tuk tuk away and is lovely to go swim, tan or walk along the horseshoe cove. There are also other beaches in the area to explore like Dickwella Beach, Talalla Beach and Silent Beach.
Day seven
And now it's time for your last day! Of course you have to squeeze in one last surf for your time at Kima Surf. Jump in the van and head out for your last few waves before heading back to camp to say goodbye to all the staff and friends that you’ve met.
On your last night, head down to the beach with friends you’ve made in the past week for dinner and drinks while you watch the sunset over the sea - the perfect end to an epic week at Kima Surf, Sri Lanka. After an epic week in Sri Lanka the adventure does not need to end there, catch a flight to Bali and surf more epic tropical waves with Kima Surf Camps in Bali! Our Kima Surf Camps in Bali and Sri Lanka are ready to guide you to Bali and Sri Lanka’s best waves!
FAQ
What’s the best time to surf in Sri Lanka?
The best time to surf in Sri Lanka is during the dry season which runs from November–April on the south coast and May–October on the east coast, this is when you will find the best surf conditions for your 1 week itinerary.
Can beginners join this itinerary?
Yes! This itinerary is beginner-friendly and for complete beginners Kima Surf Camps in Sri Lanka offers a 5 day learn to surf course to get you in the water for the first time.
Do I need to bring my own surfboard?
Not necessarily, we have surfboard rental services, anything from beginner friendly soft tops, NSP and Flow T boards to our Premium Surfboard Collection for more intermediate surfers from top shapers like KT Surfing, AIPA, Woo Surfboards, MISFITSHAPES, Blank and Resin, Gerry Lopez, Hawaiian Pro Designs and Walden.
