Difference between Hiriketiya and Ahangama waves for intermediates

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Sophia M.4550 rep2
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I am an intermediate surfer Should I base myself in Hiriketiya or Ahangama for a week Which has better waves

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Base yourself in Ahangama Hiriketiya is a beautiful horseshoe bay but it is tiny and the single left point break is fiercely localized and incredibly crowded Ahangama spans several kilometers of coastline with multiple distinct breaks There are far more waves to choose from spreading the crowd out making it much friendlier for intermediates

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Nimali D.10220 rep1

Hiriketiya is better for nightlife and aesthetic cafes but worse for actual surfing unless you are a beginner on the inside sand

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Amali D.14810 rep1

Ahangama sounds perfect I need variety

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Sophia M.4550 rep2

Hiri point is literally bumper cars in the water during high season

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Oliver B.3640 rep2

Booking Ahangama right now Thanks for the tips

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Sophia M.4550 rep2

Ahangama definitely Plus if you want a break from the reef you can surf the sandy beach break at Kabalana

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Oliver B.3640 rep2

Also the food in Ahangama has way more local cheap options if you walk inland

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