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Surfing secluded spots on the east coast near Arugam Bay

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Mia S.•19680 rep•2

We are heading to the east coast Sri Lanka to surf untouched waves. Are there risks of elephants or crocodiles near the remote beaches south of A Bay.

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Yes, absolutely. The east coast south of Arugam Bay (Panama, Okanda, Kumana) is incredibly wild. It is a literal jungle buffer zone. Crocodiles inhabit the lagoons directly behind the surf breaks (like Elephant Rock), and wild elephants cross the coastal dirt roads frequently at dusk. Never walk through lagoon water to get to a beach, and do not drive scooters at night.

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Bhante S.•20830 rep•1

I surfed Okanda and saw a massive croc sunbathing on the beach 100 meters away. It is true wilderness.

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Ethan J.•7495 rep•2

Noted. We will keep our eyes peeled and stay out of the still water.

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Mia S.•19680 rep•2

If you rent a tuk-tuk to go down there, make sure the driver stays and waits for you.

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Ethan J.•7495 rep•2

Are the lagoons totally off limits then for swimming.

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Mia S.•19680 rep•2

Yes, do not swim in the lagoons under any circumstances. Stick to the crashing ocean waves where crocs rarely go.

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Bhante S.•20830 rep•1

Also, remember there are no hospitals down there. A bad reef cut at a secluded spot means a 2-hour bumpy ride back to Pottuvil.

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Kamal P.•7000 rep•1

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