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Renting a scooter to commute daily between Hiriketiya and Ahangama

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Oliver B.•6015 rep•2

I want to base myself in Hiriketiya but surf Ahangama during the day. Is it feasible to rent a scooter and commute the hour drive every morning and evening.

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It is technically feasible—the road is a straight line down the coast (about 45-60 mins). However, the Galle Road is notoriously dangerous with speeding crazy CTB buses and stray dogs. Commuting 2 hours daily on a scooter with a surfboard rack will exhaust you. Pick one town to base in and do occasional weekend trips to the other.

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Suresh K.•6710 rep•1

The bus is super cheap (200 LKR), but you cannot take a surfboard on it during rush hour.

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Suresh K.•6710 rep•1

Also, police target foreigners with board racks for license checks. Make sure you have your International Driving Permit endorsed by the AAC.

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Amali D.•5980 rep•1

Driving back at dusk with the sun in your eyes while dodging buses is terrifying. Do not do it daily.

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Sophia M.•5940 rep•2

Just stay in Ahangama. The surf is much better and more varied than Hiri anyway.

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Sophia M.•5940 rep•2

If it rains, riding a scooter for an hour is absolutely miserable.

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Amali D.•5980 rep•1

What if I take the local bus instead of riding a scooter.

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