Kalpitiya Lagoon
Sri Lanka
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Overview
EditA kitesurfing paradise in the middle of nowhere. There are several kite spots around the area, from the lagoon to open water or even to island hopping! The high season is from May to September, and another season from December until early February. Between both seasons the wind is shitty and unpredictable as one season get south and another north winds.
The area around is not very developed, they are a bunch of guesthouses and hotels around, but you’ll be pretty limited with the options (restaurants, bars, nightlife) as soon as you leave them. During the season one of the kite schools/clubs organize some parties during the week.
Wind
Strong winds during high season pretty much all day.
Dangers
Fishing nets - even when fishermen are away, they often set them in the lagoon, look for the buoys/flags. Sometimes the jellyfish, they can sting you, but they are not dangerous. Check with other kiters if the jellyfish is there.
It is your responsibility to check whether kitesurfing is allowed at the spot; you might need a 'special permit' or membership from a local kite organization, etc. Local rules can change. Respect others - kiters or not; kite safely and enjoy the wind!
Amenities
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- Gear rental
- Launch area
- Repair
- Kiteshop
- Accommodation
Wind
* Days with at least 12+ kt (or other threshold) of wind for at least 2h during daytime. Excluding thermal wind, unless the estimate is applied.
** Average wind for days that get at least 12+ kt (or other threshold) during daytime. Ie days with "no wind" are excluded. Does not include thermal boost.
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