About This Spot
Puttalam Lagoon, Sri Lanka is one of the world's premier wind-sports destinations, located in Sri Lanka.
Situated in Asia, the spot offers Flat water conditions, making it ideal for beginners and experienced riders alike.
With NNE–NE–SSW winds, peaking from January to December, Puttalam Lagoon, Sri Lanka delivers the kind of sessions that keep riders coming back year after year.
Why Riders Love It
Sri Lanka has two wind seasons: from May to October and from December to March. During summer the strong Southwest monsoon blows. During winter the winds become lighter, blowing from Northeast, North, Northwest.
When to Go
Best months: January, May, June, July, August, September, December.
What to Expect
There are big areas of flat water at different spots in this lagoon because of small sandbars (you can't see it well from the satellite images). However, be very careful because the distances are big (many kilometers) and there are a lot of stakes and long fishing nets in several places. Also, downwind are some very isolated areas with no roads and military restricted land. You don't want to end up there! It is strongly recommended to only explore this lagoon with an experienced guide and boat who can guide your past the nets and take you to the right places.
Wind & Conditions
NNE · NE · SSW · SW · WSW
Best wind direction
Sri Lanka has two wind seasons: from May to October and from December to March. During summer the strong Southwest monsoon blows. During winter the winds become lighter, blowing from Northeast, North, Northwest.
Best Months
Water Conditions
There are big areas of flat water at different spots in this lagoon because of small sandbars (you can't see it well from the satellite images). However, be very careful because the distances are big (many kilometers) and there are a lot of stakes and long fishing nets in several places. Also, downwind are some very isolated areas with no roads and military restricted land. You don't want to end up there! It is strongly recommended to only explore this lagoon with an experienced guide and boat who can guide your past the nets and take you to the right places.
Check Conditions
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Facilities & Access
📍 Getting There
🚗No walk to the beach
From Kappalady is in only 10 minutes to the launch spots, but you need a boat to follow you and take you back. Bring lunch and sunscreen. The easy way is to join a trip organized by any of the local kitecenters.
Location
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