FAQ
Most frequent questions and answers
Yes. You can get a tourist visa on arrival for US$40 or book one in advance at www.eta.gov.lk
The national currency is Sri Lankan Rupees. You can exchange all major currencies in Colombo Airport or use an ATM. There are ATMS located in the towns surrounding Camp Poe.
You will need to fly to Colombo Airport and from there you will need to get to Ahangama (133km).
An airport transfer is by far the quickest and easiest. We can organise this for you if you notify us by email. The transfer will cost $75 per taxi and will take approximately 3 hours.
If you are feeling adventurous, you can make your own way to the camp via bus. You will need to get a tuk tuk/taxi to Negombo then get a bus to Matara followed by a bus to Ahangama.
- Warm water surf attire (board shorts, bikini, rash vest)
- Sun cream
- Sun hat
- Sun glasses
- Beach towel
- Light weight clothing
- Mosquito repellent
- Toiletries
- Basic first aid kit
- Travel insurance
- Water bottle
- The guest may cancel the booking at any time before arrival by sending us a cancellation email.
- A cancellation email shall be valid on the date in which it is received by Camp Poe.
- Where the guest writes an cancellation email, Camp Poe shall be entitled to retain all or part of the deposit as follows: – Camp Poe shall retain 25% of the deposit where the guest cancels the booking more than 28 days from and including the Departure Date. – Camp Poe shall retain 50% of the deposit where the guest cancels the booking 14-28 days (inclusive) from and including the Departure Date. – Camp Poe shall retain the full deposit if the guest cancels the booking less than 14 days before arrival. – Camp Poe shall retain the full deposit if the guest leaves prior to the arranged departure date.If we can fill your spot, you can get a 100% refund!