Where Is Midigama Beach? What Are Best Surfing Spots And Other Things To Do?
BY Sibashree May 4, 2026
Once you cross the massive bay of Weligama, you will find many hidden beaches and coves on the south-western coast. There is a stretch that goes through small inlets and has beautiful golden sands. These inlets with coconut palms are called Midigama collectively. While Midigama will win your heart with its quaint beauty at first glance, it is more popular as a surfing spot for intermediates. It is no less than a treasure hunt with unexplored reefs and secret waves. Moreover, the surf spots of the Midigama Beach, such as Lazy Left or Ahangama, are diverse and unique in the experience they offer. However, a local professional surfer confided that the Coconuts are the best surfing spot if you already have some skills. Hi, are you planning a trip to Midigama Beach anytime soon? Read this blog to know about the location, surfing sports, and more about this beautiful beach. Where Is Midigama Beach? The cluster of beaches, known as the Midigama Beach, is between Weligama and Ahangama, a popular beach town and surfing spot. Furthermore, the beach spans an area of 6 kilometers, including the clusters of inlets. The best and most budget-friendly way to reach Midigama. It is a train ride of around 3 hours and 15 minutes, and the ticket cost me around Rs. 240. I took the train from Colombo Fort at 6:15 PM and reached Midigama at 9:25 PM, and the ticket price was Rs 550 for the second class. Where To Surf On Midigama Beach? I have already shared that the surfing spots in Midigama are diverse. So, the size, the type of breaks, and the surfing style will be different from one surfing location to another. So, here are the surfing spots everyone loves. 1. Ahangama Ahangama, on the northwest of Midigama, has been a popular surfing hub for the last few years. It has many surf camps and bars, and its reef breaks are excellent for beginners and mid-level surfers. Kabalana Beach is the best place to start your surfing expedition here. 2. Ram’s Right Ram’s Right is the toughest surf break in the region, and you really need to make a quick surfing start. Furthermore, the barrel sections make it fascinating. Also, you really need to look out for sea urchins here. 3. The Combination Of Lazy Right And Lazy Left These two offer secure reef brakes, and Lazy Left is slightly harder to surf than Lazy Right. So, Lazy Right is more suitable for beginners. Here, a surfer can enjoy cruisy rides where the surf breaks over a deep reef. 4. Plantations It is very close to Weligama, and it is an ideal surfing spot for intermediates. The entry point is an opening in the rock by the Plantation Surf Inn. Furthermore, the reef here is deep, and surfing usually continues in the right direction and a few lefts. 5. Coconuts Coconuts is the place where you will enjoy the classic Sri Lankan reef surfing experience. Here, you can surf right and left, and the breaks are on both ends of the beach. However, the east end of the beach is choppier. 6. Weligama Once you are done surfing at Coconuts, you can take a short tuk-tuk ride to Weligama. Furthermore, with a sandy bottom, it is an ideal surfing destination for beginners. What Are The Places To Visit Near Midigama Beach? If you are done surfing, you can explore the historic Galle Fort and the hedonistic Mirissa Beach. 1. Mirissa Beach Mirissa Beach turns into the most Hedonistic place in Sri Lanka in the evening. The bars here offer amazing happy hour offers. So, you will find the cheapest chilled beer in Sri Lanka here. 2. Galle Fort Galle Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is just 25 km away from Midigama Beach. It is one of the best examples of a European fortified city in South and South-East Asia. Enjoy climbing up the rampart and having a walk from one corner to another, admire the architecture, and enjoy the 360-degree view of Galle. Watching the sunset from the top of the fort is also a magical experience. What Is The Best Time For Surfing In Midigama Beach? Like all other beaches on the southern coast of Sri Lanka, November to April is the best time to visit Midigama Beach. Regular storms and high rainfall are the main forces hitting the beach in this season. Furthermore, when you are planning to surf in Midigama beach, pick early morning or late evening as the time as the winds pick up speed later in the day. Where To Eat In Midigama Beach? The main beach of Midigama and the place near the Coconuts have many cool eating places. Contrary to Ahangama, the Midigama Beach exudes a hipster energy. If you are looking for a local experience where you will also get some cultural insights, you can visit Sandaru Restaurant. It is a family-run restaurant, and here you can eat kottu, rice, curry, and other local delicacies. Another excellent place for trying local delicacies here is the Shirani Home Made Rice & Curry near the Coconut Beach. Here, you will find the best rice-vegetable combos. Where To Stay For Surfing At Midigama Beach? You can stay at the really cool hostels near the Lazy Left if you want to surf at Midigama Beach. However, if you are traveling with family and you are looking for comfort, Naomi Beach Hotel, the best surfing hotel in Sri Lanka, will be your ideal choice. It has a stunning infinity pool, and the on-site bar is perfect for chilling after a surfing session. Moreover, it is close to the Coconuts, for me, the best surfing spot in Midigama Beach. Also, Surfing Wombats is another place to stay in Midigama for surfing. I can stay here simply because of the pizza they serve. Furthermore, it is a short walk from the Lazy Left and Lazy Right surfing spots. Also, if you want to be a part of the surfing camps in Midigama Beach, you must take a tuk-tuk to Weligama, and you will find many reputable surfing camps there.



