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Arugam Bay is a scenic place to visit on the southern coast of Sri Lanka. This place is known for its laid-back vibe and utmost peace. Arugam Bay’s nightlife is renowned globally as there are ample places to visit from beautiful beaches to exquisite restaurants and bars. The nightlife, not as bustling as other cities yet offers a relaxing time with ample beaches and promises fun to all. There is a relaxed social atmosphere especially catering to visitors who appreciate a blend of good music and beach vibes.
Top 10 Places To Experience Arugam Bay’s Nightlife
Here’s a list of interesting places to check out and to experience the best of Arugam Bay nightlife:
1. Arugam Bay Beach
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Arugam Beach is a lovely place to visit in Arugam Bay. There are ample things to do from dancing around the bonfires and singing with groups. This beach also has several beachfront restaurants and cafes which ensure an active nightlife on the beach. The bars along the beach serve classy cocktails and multiple varieties made from pure coconut. Arugam Beach is a focal point for fishers to park their boats, hence boat rides are common too.
Location: Arugam Bay Beach, Arugam Bay, Sri Lanka
Average Cost: ₹ 1500 – 2000 to dine in
Distance From Arugam Bay Centre: 2.0 km
2. Whiskey Beach
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Whiskey Beach is a unique spot in Arugam Bay and a renowned site to enjoy at night. This beach is largely visited by tourists and offers stunning panoramic views of the ocean at night. Discovering unique shells and taking a stroll on the coast of the beach is one of the recommended things to do. This sandy beach offers a relaxing time and is surrounded by ample hotels, resorts and spas.
Location: Whiskey Point Beach, Pottuvil, Sri Lanka
Average Cost: ₹ 1000 – 2000
Distance From Arugam Bay Centre: 13.4 km
3. Upali Beach
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Upali Beach is one of the recommended surfing beaches in Arugam Bay. This private beach is home to Upali Beach Surf Resort and Upali Cafe. The surf resort is an eco-friendly resort and the cleanest and most preserved side of Arugam Bay. Visitors can enjoy walking on the beach in the late evening and dine in at the cafe serving authentic dishes. The resort offers budget-friendly accommodation and is an ideal option to consider.
Location: Upali Beach, Main Point Arugam Bay, Pottuvil 32500, Sri Lanka
Average Cost: ₹590 , a night stay might cost more
4. Pottuvil Lagoon
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Pottuvil Lagoon is a place offering lagoon boat rides to all visitors. This place is open 24 hours a day and offers night boat rides. It lets visitors enhance the mangrove trees and, being lucky enough, spot elephants and crocodiles. This lagoon is spread over an area of 200 acres and visiting it at night is one of the best things to do when in Arugam Bay. Pottuvil Lagoon organises a special ladies’ night every Wednesday. Live music, cocktails and delicious dinner are served to all. This lagoon is one of the best spots to experience Arugam Bay’s nightlife.
Location: Pottuvil Lagoon, Pottuvil, Sri Lanka
Average Cost: ₹ 1772
5. Pottuvil Point
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Pottuvil Point is another surfing beach in Arugam Bay, Sri Lanka. There are multiple beachfront bars, restobars, top dining restaurants and aesthetic cafes along with local vendors serving tasty dishes on the beach. Popular for its unique setting and locale, Pottuvil Point is a perfect site to practice photography and stargaze while sitting at the coast, taking a leisure stroll, bonfires or simply sharing chilled beers.
Location: Pottuvil Point, Pottuvil, Sri Lanka
Average Cost: ₹ 295
6. Elephant Point
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Besides enjoying the night sky and calm waters, this place is also known for its stunning sunsets. Visitors can simply relax on the beach and with minimal pollution, Elephant Point is also ideal for stargazing. Elephant Rock is a tall rock at this point which is easy to climb and offers panoramic views of the ocean. Elephant Point is surrounded by jungles and is empty and quiet as compared to other beaches in Arugam Bay.
Location: Elephant Rock Point, Arugam Bay, Sri Lanka
Average Cost: Travelling Cost To The Elephant Point ₹ 295
7. Mambos Club
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Mambos is a top restaurant and beachfront bar in Arugam Bay. This place is one of the best places to enjoy live music by the coast and taste some of the best cocktails. It also offers the best coastal views of the Arugam Bay. There are beautiful green gardens nearby where visitors can simply relax and also take a stroll on the beach. Mambos is an epic party place with themed DJ nights and is the best choice to experience Arugam Bay’s nightlife.
Location: Mambo’s, Pottuvil Division, Arugam Bay, Sri Lanka
Average Cost: ₹ 590
8. Siam View Hotel
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Siam View Hotel is a lovely brewpub in Arugam Bay and an interesting place to visit and experience Arugam Bay’s nightlife. Being an old place, Siam View Hotel offers thorough vintage vibes to all. This place has live bands, live music performances and live sports transmissions daily, especially during the night. This hotel has outdoor seating and is the best place to chill.
Location: Siam View Hotel, Panama Road, PottuVil, Arugam 32500, Sri Lanka
Average Cost: ₹ 354
9. Dinner Table Arugam Bay
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Visitors who want to indulge in an authentic dining experience in Arugam Bay shall simply head to Dinner Table, a top restaurant serving a few of the best Sri Lankan delicacies. This restaurant has outdoor seating and offers refreshing vibes during the night. This restaurant serves everything from Asian stir-fries to authentic Israeli falafel wraps. Dinner Table offers the best culinary experience and is a must-visit spot at night for a satisfying dinner.
Location: Dinner Table Arugam Bay, Panama Rd, Arugam Bay, Sri Lanka
Average Cost: ₹ 443
10. Kumana National Park (Night Safari)
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Night Safari in Kumana National Park is an adventurous thing to do. Visitors can hire a jeep for safari and spot the vehicles. There are overnight safari camps inside the park for visitors which is one of the most important tour highlights. Visitors are offered dinner and a night stay in the national park itself. Some of the animals spotted during the night are tigers, leopards, jackals and other birds.
Location: Kumana National Park, Sri Lanka
Arugam Bay’s nightlife is something which offers endless memories to all. The place is simply perfect for visitors wanting to have a chilled-out evening at the beach shore with good music and company. With multiple aesthetic cafes and exquisite restaurants, Arugam Bay lets visitors enjoy food and refreshing drinks by the sea. Book a trip with TripXL to Arugam Bay, a beach coast in Sri Lanka and experience unforgettable nightlife.
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