Family surf time, tropical adventures and space to unwind together on Sri Lanka’s beautiful south coast.
Set in Polhena, near Matara, this intimate family surf camp brings together just five families at a time. Days revolve around shared meals, beach outings, pool time and flexible surfing rather than a rigid itinerary.
With tuk-tuk transfers and a supportive on-site team, you can spend more time enjoying the ocean and less time organising the details. Surfing is guided on weekday afternoons, with room for your own adventures in the mornings.
Photo supplied from the Drivethru family surf camp gallery.
Select a family room first, then the appropriate package for each guest based on their age on arrival. Check current prices and inclusions directly with the camp before booking.
For confident swimmers who want guided surf time and feedback, with free-surf opportunities outside the group sessions.
Includes: family-room accommodation, breakfast, lunch, four dinners, tuk-tuk transfers, weekday guided surf time and one video analysis per week.
For younger children joining the family holiday, with games, books, activities and childcare in the camp.
Important: group surf coaching is not included in this package. Private coaching may be booked separately.
Children aged five and under can stay without an additional package charge, but must be included in the booking.
Important: a parent must remain at camp with young children; there is no separate surf programme for this age group.
Stays run Sunday to Saturday, with checkout by midday. A relaxed daily structure leaves plenty of room for family time.
Enjoy breakfast, a swim, beach time or free surfing. Tuk-tuk transfers help you reach nearby beaches and surf spots.
Monday to Friday, eligible guests join the other families for flexible surf time with a coach and feedback in the water.
Return to the pool and shared camp spaces. Breakfast and lunch are included, along with four evening meals per week.
Discover the setting, shared moments and surf experiences through photographs supplied from the camp’s own website.
Choose from family rooms with either one double bed and two single beds, or two double beds. Rooms have air conditioning and a private bathroom.
The property also has a swimming pool, dining areas and a kitchen corner for simple snacks and small meals.
Explore accommodation →Enjoy Polhena Beach, explore Matara and Mirissa, take a short tuk-tuk ride, or simply stay by the pool with the family.
Private 90-minute surf coaching and yoga sessions may be available as optional extras.
Explore local activities →Weekday surf time is a supported group session rather than a fixed, formal lesson for everyone. Coaches help guests choose suitable waves and provide advice and feedback based on conditions and ability.
Guests joining guided surf time must be able to swim safely. Coaching is provided in English. Children under ten do not automatically join the standard surf package.
Childcare takes place at the camp, not on the beach or in the water. It is not an all-day resort-style children's club. Families remain responsible for their children, particularly those aged five and under.
Package inclusions and availability should always be checked with the camp before confirming your trip.
Yes, the camp has separate options for children aged 0–5 and 6–9. Guided group surf time is part of the package for ages 10 and over, subject to swimming ability and suitable conditions.
The junior package includes childcare activities at camp. Supervision is not provided on the beach or in the sea, and a parent should remain on site with children aged five and under.
The guided sessions are flexible, but guests must be able to swim safely. Coaches assess surf level and suitable conditions on site.
The advertised packages include breakfast, lunch and four evening meals per week. Check the package details for your family members when booking.
The advertised family camp week runs from Sunday arrival to Saturday departure, with checkout by 12:00.
Use the camp's official family surf camp page to select accommodation, packages and availability.
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