Lagoon
Sri Lanka · Province du Nord-Ouest
The Kalpitiya lagoon, located in the North Western Province of Sri Lanka, is an iconic spot bordered by a narrow channel and the Indian Ocean. Protected by a sandbar, it offers a vast and shallow water area, perfect for long sessions.
This place attracts riders from all over the world thanks to its two distinct wind seasons and its flat as a mirror water. There are many kite schools, and the atmosphere remains relaxed even during peak season.
Just a stone's throw from the kite camps, the lagoon stretches over 2 km long and 800 m wide, with easy access from the coastal road.
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The Kalpitiya lagoon is oriented north-south, with a main wind side-on or cross-on from the left in summer season (southwest) and side-shore north in winter. The water surface remains flat regardless of the tide, thanks to the protection of the sandbar that blocks the ocean waves.
The main navigation area extends over 2 km long and 800 m wide, with direct water access from the sandy beach along the channel. Take-off occurs on this wide sand strip, where there is room for 30 kites without congestion. In case of strong winds, you can head downwind to other lagoons for kite safaris.
Local feature: the water is shallow up to waist height everywhere, ideal for learning or freestyling. On the ocean side, accessible via the channel, it is more choppy or wavy in summer, but the lagoon remains the star for its consistency 24/7 in peak season.
Sources :kitetrip-planner.com · margarita-village.com · kitesurfculture.com · kiteguide.com · kitesurfinglanka.com · valampuriresort.com · kiterr.com
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