About Okanda

An amazing and often empty right point that breaks off a large rock headland and runs at near perfect pace for up to 300 yards along well-formed sand banks. What's even better about this spot is that because of how remote it is, fewer surfers end up here.

You will definitely need a guide to find this place, as it's a minimum two-hour drive along winding dirt paths from Arugam Bay. And while it doesn't get as much swell as A Bay, it's a good bet on smaller days. With such good banks, it's as fun at three feet as it is at six.

Source: Okanda Surf Guide

Ability Level

All Abilities

Beg Int Adv

Beginner to expert

Local Vibe

Welcoming

Welcoming Intimidating

Non-existent.

Crowd Factor

Mellow

Mellow Heavy

Small crowds if any, some days Okanda goes unsurfed.

Spot Rating

Fun

Poor Perfect

Very fun wave on the right day.

Shoulder Burn

Medium

Light Exhausting

Long paddles, with a strong current in surf over head-high.

Water Quality

Clean

Clean Dirty

Can be dirty but mostly on the cleaner side.

Additional Information

Hazards

Jellyfish.

Access

Hard to find, hiring a guide is crucial.

Bring Your

Shortboard, fish, longboard, bodyboard

Seabed

Sand

Best Season

May though August

Swell Consistency and Wind Overview

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