The Surf Window

Elephant Rock

Eastern Province, Sri Lanka

Reef breakAdvanced

A powerful right-hand reef break in the Arugam Bay region, Elephant Rock is the area's most intense wave, firing on solid south swells near a series of giant boulders that give the break its name.

Typical Conditions

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Swell Window

N
OptimalE (90°)
WindowNNE–SSE (30°–150°)
Size4-8ft

Wind

NE

Offshore

Tide

Mid to high

LowMidHigh

Season

March–October

JFMAMJJASOND

The Wave

Type

Right

Bottom

Rock reef

Shape

Powerful, fast right, hollow sections and demanding takeoffs on bigger swells

Length

50–120m

Skill Level

  • •Who it's for: Advanced
  • •Why: Rocky reef, fast wave, and powerful hold-downs, the most demanding break in the Arugam Bay zone.

Hazards

  • •Large rock boulders in and around the lineup
  • •Shallow rock reef throughout
  • •Remote eastern coast location

Local Tips

  • •Elephant Rock is a 20-minute tuk-tuk ride from Arugam Bay, the giant boulders are visible from the road.
  • •Real elephants sometimes visit the beach at this location, one of surfing's most remarkable wildlife encounters.

Location

Map showing the location of Elephant Rock in Eastern Province, Sri Lanka

6.8402, 81.8362