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Attraction type: Bay, Beach
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“Go now before gets spoilt!”
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5 of 5 stars
julia_PeakDistrict   8 contributions
Peak District, UK
Oct 30, 2009

We went to Arugam Bay on East Coast in July when told seas too rough on west coast due to monsoons. A real adventure getting there - last 10-12 miles to coast had road blocks about every mile, we hadn't realised how far down there the war troubles had spread, and this was only a few weeks after the peace... more

“Arugam Bay Hotel”
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2 of 5 stars
Wessa123   2 contributions
CMB
Dec 25, 2008

We were 1st time in Arugam bay and the place is very nice.Beautiful drive from colombo and many road work is going on.Still the town is very slow in the night and not many people around. Hotel Tri Start was a bad experiance and the food was so bad we couldnt even eat.Prices also high they charge 5000 half board... more

“A desnitation like no other”
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5 of 5 stars
kingkilam   1 contribution
Sri Lanka
Aug 25, 2008

Just got back from A-bay having surfed at Pottuvil Pt, Arugam Bay and peanut farm.....was simply a good experience. Not many travelers this year which means that there are less surfers and more waves to catch. I always stay at HIDEAWAY...room rate 2200/per night Mambo's is the place to be in for an excellent party vibe. Saturday nights are happening..the... more

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