Kalpitiya Small Lagoon
Spot Type
Flat
Water
Dark - Muddy
Beach
Sand
Rider Lever
beginner
Spot characteristics
Spot Type
Flat
Rider Skill
beginner
Crowd
Seasonal Crowd
Beach Type
Sand
Water Quality
Dark - Muddy
Tide Influence
Tide independent
Description of Kalpitiya Small Lagoon (Sri Lanka)
This small lagoon with very good conditions of flat water. There are two main seasons in Kalpitiya the summer (May to September) hot and with strong winds and the winter one from December to February with more gentle winds. This lagoon is best suited for the winter season but often is rideable also in summer. Less crowded than the main lagoon, it is a great spot for beginers.
For further info you can read the related blogpost:
Go Kiting in Kalpitiya, Sri Lanka: Top Exotic Kitesurfing Destination
"Land of multicultural and multiethnic population, Sri Lanka unveils its beauties and its great Kitesurfing conditions"
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Spot profile
Travel spot
The typical kite travel destination, it is known for its great conditions, and kiters from around the world come here for their vacations.
Adventure spot
That dream place out of the normal touristic routes. Once you reach it, you feel in paradise, it can be anything extraordinary, a hidden gem, remote and fascinating.
Equipment
Lycra
Wind Conditions
Main wind directions
% of Windy days per month
Wind Speed Range
From 12 to 27 Knots
Suggested sizes
8 - 9 mt
10 - 11 mt
12 - 13 mt
14 mt and above
Forecast on Windy.com
Dangers
Fishermen use the lagoon to come and go fishing from the village. Some sharp shell, using shoes could be a good idea
Location
How to get There
Drive north from Colombo. In Palaviya turn for Kalpitya peninsula. Before reaching Kalpitia you have to turn towards Kandakuli to reach the beach area.
Access
Access to the spot can be found along the beach