Boutique Yoga & Surf Camp - Ahangama, Southern Province. Sri Lanka
INTRODUCTION
Ahangama Surf and Yoga BOutique Camp resides in a growing Eden of relaxation. Situated on the golden south coast of Sri Lanka, find yourself watching the sunrise, meditating in the waves of our local surf spot, enjoying the Pura Vida!
After a powerful and healthy breakfast, find a shaded hammock and read a book from our little library relaxing your body from the morning surfing and yoga. But who knows, there might be another wave around the corner; never try – never know!
If you are feeling adventurous, explore the local area with its colorful markets and ancient temples, dance along the slackline or recharge your batteries by the swimming pool. If you struggle getting this extra bend into your turn while surfing, or touching your toes, the afternoon yoga sessions will surely sort you out.
After a nutritious dinner with new friends, enjoy each others company exchanging stories. Find a restful sleep under the shooting stars, drifting off to the sounds of nature and ocean waves.
THE ACCOMMODATION
The camp surroundings are very lush and green and simply embrace the jungle ensuring the feel of freedom and relaxation. Beautiful tiny pathways will lead you to the yoga shala or inviting blue swimming pool. You might cross your paths with some resident monkeys so feel free to say hi to those little funky creatures.
Spacious common areas are extremely cozy and the yoga library is in your full disposal.
All the stays include daily breakfast. Most of the packages also feature filling local lunch and home cooked evening meals, except for Wednesdays and Saturdays when you are free to explore the village and the crew will gladly advise you on that.
Facilities also feature a swimming pool, darts, hammocks, pool table, slack line and more.
There are three accommodation types to choose from:
SAFARI TENT
A spacious, safari style tent with two single beds. Bedlinen, towel, electricity plug, reading lamp, mosquito net and a jungle at your doorstep.
GARDEN BUNGALOW
Your private spacious bungalow with a terrace and soothing tropical garden view. Ensuite bathroom, bath towels, large double bed with dreamy mosquito nets.
JUNGLE HUT
Cozy private room with a terrace. Bed linen, bath towels, large double bed with dreamy mosquito nets.
THE ACTIVITIES
Surfing Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka’s south coast is a paradise found for all surfers. The best waves arrive in October until mid May. From perfect sandy beaches for beginners, easy shore breaks for intimates to great reef breaks for the experienced. There’s a perfect wave for everyone. For level one you are assured to having waves all year round. In the off season, there are still sheltered breaks on offer for the more experienced surfer. The Camp team are surfing all year round and can find fun waves with you!
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Surf Level One Pack
✔ 5 beginner surf lessons
✔ Complimentary rash vest
✔ Surf Theory
✔ Unlimited board hire
✔ 2 Yoga sessions bespoke for surfers
✔ Goody beach bag with the Camp shirt
Surf Level Two Pack
✔ 5 intermediate surf lessons
✔ Complimentary rash vest
✔ Surf Theory
✔ Unlimited board hire
✔ 2 Yoga sessions bespoke for surfers
✔ Goody beach bag with the Camp shirt
Yoga for Surfers
Yoga is a big part of the Camp. It is a great way to promote health, vitality and mindfulness. We run sessions twice a day in our yoga shala set amongst luscious jungle and resident monkeys. Classes vary from Vinyasa to Yin, with a strong focus on yoga for surfers. We also harbour a collection of yoga books for you to borrow during your stay! Classes are everyday at 8am and 4pm.
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Surf and Yoga Pack
✔ 5 Surf lessons
✔ 5 Yoga lessons
✔ Complimentary rash vest
✔ Surf Theory
✔ Unlimited board hire
✔ Yoga equipment
✔ Goody beach bag with the Camp shirt
Yoga package
✔ 5 Yoga lessons
✔ Complimentary rash vest
✔ Unlimited use of yoga materials
✔ Goody beach bag with the Camp shirt
LOCATION & GETTING HERE
Location
SRI LANKA
Sri Lanka (formerly Ceylon) is an island nation south of India in the Indian Ocean. Its diverse landscapes range from rainforest and arid plains to highlands and sandy beaches. It’s famed for its ancient Buddhist ruins, including the 5th-century citadel Sigiriya, with its palace and frescoes. The city of Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka’s ancient capital, has many ruins dating back more than 2,000 years.The surroundings are fantastic with lots of wildlife and beautiful nature.
Mirissa
Mirissa is only a 20 minutes ride away. Mirissa is a small town on the south coast of Sri Lanka, located in the Matara District of the Southern Province. Mirissa’s beach and night life make it a popular tourist destination. It is also a fishing port and one of the island’s main whale and dolphin watching locations. Also if you are looking for a wider range of restaurants and nightlife it is the place to go.
Ahangama
The Yoga & Surf Camp is located in Ahangama, a small surfing village located about 3 hours south of the Sri Lankan capital, Colombo. The Ahangama and Midigama area are home to the most consistent, and possibly the best, surf in Sri Lanka. It’s a very low-key area with plenty of cheap surfer-friendly accommodation and a scattering of pretty beaches (though the road often runs very close to the shore).
Visa is Required
You will need a visa to enter Sri Lanka. You can get a short stay visa online at: Electronic Travel Authority (ETA).. Tourist visas are normally issued for a maximum period of 30 days. Although it’s still possible to get a tourist visa on arrival, it’s better to get one before you travel. If you arrive in Sri Lanka without a visa, you could face delays.
You can obtain ETA at: http://www.eta.gov.lk/slvisa/
Vaccination and Health
For most short-term travellers the usual recommended vaccinations for Sri Lanka include cover against the childhood diseases (Tetanus, Diphtheria and Poliomyelitis, Measles, Mumps and Rubella) as well as cover against the food and water borne diseases of Typhoid and Hepatitis A (highly recommended).
It is highly recommended to get a travel health insurance.
Getting Here
FLY TO COLOMBO INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT (CMB)
Direct flights:
- AirAsia Kuala – Lumpur–International
- Cathay Pacific – Hong Kong
- Emirates Dubai–International
- Etihad Airways – Abu Dhabi
- KLM Seasonal – Amsterdam
- Jet Airways – Bangalore, Mumbai
- Millennium Airlines – Milan–Malpensa
- Qatar Airways Doha
- Thomson Airways – Seasonal: Helsinki, London–Gatwick, Stockholm–Arlanda
Getting to the Camp
An airport transfer is by far the quickest and easiest. We can organise this for you if you notify us by email. The transfer will cost $100 per taxi and will take approximately 3 hours.
If you are feeling adventurous, you can make your own way to the camp via bus. You will need to get a tuk tuk/taxi to Negombo then get a bus to Matara followed by a bus to Ahangama.
PRICES & PACKAGES
Jungle Accommodation
SAFARI TENT
Price includes:
✔ Breakfast everyday
✔ Local lunch (donation)
✔ 5 x home cooked evening meals per week (No evening meals on Wednesdays and Saturdays)
Double occupancy
40 USD per person, per night
280 USD per person, per week
Single occupancy
60 USD per per person, per night
420 USD, per person, per week
GARDEN BUNGALOW
Price includes:
✔ Breakfast everyday
✔ Local lunch (donation)
✔ 5 x home cooked evening meals per week (No evening meals on Wednesdays and Saturdays)
Double occupancy
75 USD person per night
525 USD per person per week
Single occupancy
105 USD per night
735 USD per week
JUNGLE HUT
Price Includes:
✔ Breakfast
✔ Evening meal (no evening meals at the camp on Wednesday and Saturday)
Shared 65 USD/pers
Private 85 USD
Surf Lessons and Yoga
SURF LEVEL ONE
250 USD /pers
✔ 5 beginner surf lessons
✔ Complimentary rash vest
✔ Surf Theory
✔ Unlimited board hire
✔ 2 Yoga sessions bespoke for surfers
✔ Goody beach bag with the Camp shirt
SURF LEVEL TWO
250 USD/pers
✔ 5 intermediate surf lessons
✔ Complimentary rash vest
✔ Surf Theory
✔ Unlimited board hire
✔ 2 Yoga sessions bespoke for surfers
✔ Goody beach bag with the Camp shirt
SURF & YOGA
300 USD/pers
✔ 5 Surf lessons
✔ 5 Yoga lessons
✔ Complimentary rash vest
✔ Surf Theory
✔ Unlimited board hire
✔ Yoga equipment
✔ Goody beach bag with the Camp shirt
YOGA
50 USD/pers
✔ 5 Yoga lessons
✔ Complimentary rash vest
✔ Unlimited use of yoga materials
✔ Goody beach bag with the Camp shirt
Learn to Surf Full Package
Available 1 May – 1 October // From 599 USD/pers
Package includes:
✔ 7 Nights accommodation
✔ 7 Breakfast, 7 Healthy Lunches (donation) and 5 in house Dinners (no dinner on Wednesdays and Saturdays)
✔ 8 beginner surf lessons
✔ Complimentary rash vest
✔ Surf Theory
✔ Unlimited board hire
✔ 2 Yoga sessions bespoke for surfers
✔ 1/2 Day Trip
✔ Unlimited water & tea
✔ Goody beach bag with the Camp shirt
✔ Photo package
✔ Art and music workshop
Not included:
- Airport transfer (extra cost of 95 USD per way or 180USD/return)
- Visa (you can get a tourist visa valid for 1 month on arrival for around 35 USD)
RATES/pers
599 USD Shared tent
749 USD Private tent
849 USD Shared bungalow
949 USD Private bungalow
Transfer
The transfer will cost $95 per taxi/per way and will take approximately 3 hours. 180 USD /round trip.
Surf & Yoga Full Package
Available 1 May – 1 October // From 599 USD/pers
Package includes:
✔ 7 Nights accommodation
✔ 7 Breakfast, 7 Healthy Lunches (donation) and 5 in house Dinners (no dinner on Wednesdays and Saturdays)
✔ 5 Yoga sessions
✔ 5 beginner surf lessons
✔ Complimentary rash vest
✔ Surf Theory
✔ Yoga Philosophy Session
✔ 1/2 Day Trip
✔ Unlimited water & tea
✔ Goody beach bag with the Camp shirt
✔ Photo package
✔ Art and music workshop
Not included:
- Airport transfer (extra cost of 95 USD per way or 180USD/return)
- Visa (you can get a tourist visa valid for 1 month on arrival for around 35 USD)
RATES/pers
599 USD Shared tent
749 USD Private tent
849 USD Shared bungalow
949 USD Private bungalow
