Surf a Plantation Point | Gurubebila

Overview: Ketature Beach Surf Point

Tucked along the coast near Weligama, Ketature Beach Surf Point is a shallow reef setup that offers both
left and right walls when a solid swell lines up. It’s quieter than the main bay, with clearer take-off zones and playful sections.
Best on a mid to mid-high tide with Onde da sud-sud-ovest, it suits intermediate–advanced surfers who are confident around reef.

• Batimetria: Patchy reef with sandy pockets; defined channels for paddling when the tide is right.
• Condizioni: Cleanest on N–NE/offshore mornings; a touch of tide adds cushion over the inside.
• Pericoli: Very shallow on low tide, urchins, and sharp reef cuts—avoid low tide entries.
• Tavole: Performance shortboards and mid-lengths; fish/twins on smaller days.

Ketature Beach — reefy cove with left & right walls

Surf e onde

• Tipo: Shallow reef break with both left and right options.
• Ideale per: Intermediates–advanced with reef awareness.
• Length/Holds: Rides up to ~200 m when well-lined on a solid pulse.
• Rigonfiamento: Needs Onde da sud-sud-ovest; windswell is hit-or-miss.
• Vento: N–NE/offshore mornings are cleanest.
• Marea: Mid to mid-high; low tide is too shallow/exposed.

Etichetta e sicurezza

• Metter il fondo a: Shallow reef/urchins—mind your feet and protect your skin.
• Correnti: Subtle rips around channels and reef cuts; plan your exit before paddling out.
• Local vibe: Quiet lineup—share waves politely and avoid dropping in.

Come arrivare e accesso

• Reachable by tuk-tuk from Weligama/Midigama; short walk to the beach through local lanes.
• Line up in front of the central sandy pocket between reef sections; use channels at higher tide for easier paddles.

Il momento migliore per fare surf

Il più affidabile da December–March with Onde da sud-sud-ovest and light northerlies. Occasional off-season pulses can work—aim for mornings.

Surf e cose da fare nelle vicinanze

• Jungle Beach (Walliwala) – secluded reef cove with long walls.
• Vacanza sulla spiaggia di Weligama – learner-friendly sandbanks and schools.
• Fisherman’s Reef – punchier right-hander by the harbor.
• Midigama (Coconuts/Rams) – powerful A-frames and barrels for step-ups.

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