All-Inclusive Surf & Yoga Retreat in Hiriketiya, Sri Lanka

Hiriketiya sits on Sri Lanka's south coast, and this is a surf and yoga retreat built around its horseshoe bay. It suits you whether you are just finding your feet on a board or already comfortable in the water. There is no strict fitness requirement: the surf coaching is designed to meet you at your level, and the yoga is a daily practice you can adapt to your own ability. A reasonable base of general fitness will help you get the most from the daily sessions, but the emphasis is on progressing at your own pace rather than keeping to a fixed standard.

The bay gives you room to do exactly that. Inside the horseshoe there is a gentle beach break, and out on the point a punchier left, so you can choose the water that matches where you are. Each day pairs surf coaching with a coach and a daily yoga practice, with all meals provided at the camp. Surfboards and equipment are included, so you do not need to bring your own gear, though you are welcome to pack your own rash guard or yoga mat if you prefer them.

The camp sits along the bay itself and is intentionally small and intimate. It feels more like a house than a hotel, so you can expect a relaxed, communal atmosphere rather than a large resort. This is more than a surf trip: with daily coaching, daily yoga and all meals under one roof, the week settles into a rhythm of its own.

That rhythm follows the conditions rather than a fixed daily plan. Sessions shift with the surf and the bay, so the exact timing of your surf and yoga changes from day to day, with meals at the camp in between. The result is a week shaped by the water rather than a timetable, leaving you free to fall into the pace of the place.

A few practical points are worth knowing before you travel. The camp runs continuously, with no fixed departures, so the team will confirm the shape of your week when you arrive and you should check your departure details with them direct. Airport transfers are not included unless stated by the camp, so you will arrange your own way to Hiriketiya; reach out to the retreat directly and they can advise on the best route from your arrival point. If you have dietary requirements or preferences, let the team know as early as possible so the kitchen can plan accordingly.

Your week includes accommodation at the camp, daily surf lessons with a coach, daily yoga, and surfboard and equipment use, along with all meals during your stay. Flights, travel insurance, airport transfers unless stated by the camp, meals not listed on the camp's site, and personal spending are not included. Room types and occupancy are confirmed by the camp on booking. Beyond your gear, pack for a week of surfing and yoga in a tropical beach setting: swimwear, comfortable clothing for practice, sun protection and anything personal you would normally take travelling.

What's included

Accommodation at the camp; daily surf lessons with a coach; daily yoga; surfboard and equipment use.

What's not included

Flights; travel insurance; airport transfers unless stated by the camp; meals not listed on their site; personal spending.