Surfing & Exploring Sri Lanka | Sailing the Indian Ocean | S5 E02

Sri Lanka completely surprised us. 🌴🌊 What started as a practical stop on our Indian Ocean sailing route quickly turned into one of the most memorable parts of our journey. From surfing warm waves along the south coast to wandering the historic streets of Galle Fort, this country welcomed us in ways we didn’t expect. In this episode of Sailing with Six, we explore Sri Lanka both on land and at sea — surfing at spots like Ahangama and Madiha, riding tuk-tuks through busy streets, tasting local food, and spending a full day inside Galle Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage site shaped by Portuguese, Dutch, and British history. Back at the marina in Galle Harbour, we settle into a very different kind of marina experience. It’s not perfect — but it’s safe, friendly, and practical, giving us the space we needed to reset. The kids even take the opportunity to repair and repaint their well-used surfboards, turning the grassy marina surrounds into a temporary workshop. We also lend a hand to another yacht passing through on their way to the Mediterranean, reminding us once again how supportive the sailing community can be. Sri Lanka turned out to be a stop we’re genuinely stoked we made — and now, refreshed and grateful, we’re preparing to take on the next stretch of the Indian Ocean. 👉 If you’d like to support our journey and see behind-the-scenes updates, early releases, and extra content, join us on Patreon. Thanks so much for being here. 🌊 Join Our Sailing Family Adventure! We’re the Fothergills – a family of six living full-time aboard our catamaran, Happy Days. From tropical islands to remote anchorages, we’re documenting our journey around the world to inspire and encourage others to pursue their own adventure. 🧭 Want to Support the Journey? Join us on Patreon for early video access, uncut updates, behind-the-scenes moments, and exclusive Zoom meetups with the crew: 👉 https://www.patreon.com/sailingwithsix 🛍️ Grab Some Sailing with Six Merch Check out our official store for tees, stickers, and gear that supports our voyage: 👉 https://sailingwithsix.store/ 📸 Follow Our Daily Adventures Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sailingwithsix Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sailingwithsix Website & Blog: https://www.sailingwithsix.com 📬 Get Onboard Our Email List Be the first to hear about new videos, digital products, and sailing resources: 👉 https://www.sailingwithsix.com ⚓ New to the Channel? We share what life is really like living aboard with kids — homeschooling, provisioning, sailing mishaps, and the magic in between. 🔔 Don’t forget to subscribe and hit the bell so you never miss an episode. #SailingWithSix #FamilySailing #LiveaboardLife #SailingFamily #TravelWithKids