A mellow, scenic point break just steps from the Footmark gate — the wave we built our stay around.
Whisky Point is one of Arugambay's most loved breaks, a short walk north of the main strip and right outside the Footmark gate. It's a right-hand point break that peels off a rocky outcrop, sending rides of 100–200 meters down the line on a good day.
The wave here is mellow compared to the heavier breaks further south — slow, fat, and forgiving, which makes it a favourite for beginners and intermediates working on turns and trim. Experienced surfers still drop in for the long walls and the laid-back crowd.
Surfers don't need to paddle out far; the wave breaks close to shore, so you can be in the lineup minutes after waxing your board.
The surf season at Whisky Point runs from April to October, when south swells wrap around the rocks and waves hold their shape best. September tends to bring the most consistent, clean conditions.
Outside of swell, the spot is still worth the walk — rocks to climb for a view, a long stretch of sand for an evening walk, and water warm enough that a rash vest is usually all you need.
Whisky Point rarely gets crowded compared to the main breaks in town, so you'll often find more room to yourself in the water.
Sessions before 8am mean cleaner faces and a quieter lineup, before the wind and the crowd pick up.
Beginners can learn the basics in the shoulder; more experienced surfers will find longer, faster sections further out.
The Sri Lankan sun is intense year-round — sunscreen, a hat, and water are non-negotiable, even on cloudy days.
Footmark Surf Stay sits a short, sandy walk from Whisky Point — close enough to catch the first set of the morning.
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