Surfing secluded spots on the east coast near Arugam Bay and wildlife risks
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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.
Yes, do not swim in the lagoons under any circumstances. Stick to the crashing ocean waves.
I surfed Okanda and saw a massive croc sunbathing on the beach 100 meters away. It is true wilderness.
Also, remember there are no hospitals down there. A bad reef cut at a secluded spot means a 2-hour bumpy ride to Pottuvil.
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