Signature experience
Kitesurfing at Kalpitiya
Cross-onshore wind, a sheltered lagoon and almost no boats.
The story
Kalpitiya — a long lagoon-and-peninsula on the north-west coast — has become one of Asia's most reliable kitesurfing destinations. Flat-water lagoon for beginners, open-sea waves for the experienced, with two distinct seasons.
- From
- $280 per day
- Duration
- 3–7 days
Inclusions
What's included
- Sole-use lagoon spot with instructor
- Kite, board and full safety equipment
- Down-winder trips along the peninsula
- Boutique kite-camp accommodation
- Combine with Wilpattu safari (1.5h)
Answers
Kitesurfing at Kalpitiya: questions, answered.
When is the kitesurf season in Sri Lanka?+
Two seasons — May to October (the main one), and December to February (lighter, more variable).
Is Kalpitiya good for beginners?+
Yes — the lagoon is shallow, flat and uncrowded. One of the best beginner kite destinations in Asia.
