Ultimate Guide for kitesurfing in Kalpitiya

Without a doubt, Kalpitiya Lagoon in Sri Lanka is one of paradise for beginners and freestyle enthusiasts kiters. The lagoon is especially recognized for its flat and shallow water. The lagoon is separated from the ocean by a little strip of beach and dunes, which provides rise to amazing landscapes. The wind in Kalpitiya blows regularly both day and night. So, Kalpiyiya the one of best destination for kitesurfing in Kalpitiya and its a paradise kites and water sport lovers.

Kalpitiya, the best wind for kitesurfing in Sri Lanka

The wind comes in mainly two seasons: Winter & Summer. The geographical position of Kalpitiya, which is found ahead of the channel dividing Sri Lanka and India, presses the wind force between the 2 pieces of land, increasing its speed due to a kind of Venturi Effect.

Today – Wind, wave and weather forecast for Kalpitiya


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When To Go | Seasons for kitesurfing 

  • Winter season: December to March the wind comes from the north, Average speed of wind between 16 and 25 knots. it is steady, not gusty and ideal conditions to learn for beginners.
  • Summer season: May to October –   windy all day. The wind comes from the south and gusty is way stronger. Average speed from 18 to 30 knots. how ever it’s a gustier wind, the big lagoon of Kalpitiya and still you have great option for a safe and fun spot in these conditions.

Kites Schools and Resorts

Hundred of kite schools are around the Kalpitiya lagoon and along the beach and most of them are merged with resorts. Most recommended are De Silva Wind Resort, Rascals Kite Resort, Kitesurfing Sri Lanka.

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Must do kitesurfing in ‘Vella’ Island

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  • A trip to Vella Island is must-do activity in Kalpitiya with an amazing boat ride. its 2.5KM way form lang bay and you can reach to there 1 hrs boat ride. This vella island is specially for standing and help beginners and intermediate riders to improve their skills.

  • Beach night Camping in Vella Island is should be in your travel list. Trust me, you have amazing night with steady wind. just perfect!


Get in there | Kalpitiya

  • The Small town of Kalpitiya is situated about 140KM from the airport (CMB).
  • If your coming in group and bring your own material needed for kitesurfing, better to take a private vehicle (Uber) and 3hrs journey and which will cost you about 60 USD.
  • if you came alone with small backpacks better to take a tuk tuk and get it into Kalpitiya
  • Chipest way to get in there, form airport taking a local bus form Nigambo to Puttam and Kalpitiya. Cost will be 8USD. But it will take more time and difficult with large luggages.

 

Tips, Notes and Special Remark

  • Where is it : Kalpitiya : 170km north of Colombo, on the west coast of Sri Lanka
  • Windfinder Mobile App: keep it mind to install Windfinder mobile App to check condition of wind
  • Best Season for surfing:  May – October.
  • Route: Colombo->Puttalam->Kalpitiya
  • Keep Cash at hand : There are few ATMs in Kalpitiya, Better to stock up cash before get in there.