Sri Lanka: the beaches of Kalpitiya, one of the best spots in the world for kitesurfing

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France 2 – L. Berbey, A. Forget, G. Baslé

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The “13 Hours Discovery” invites you to discover sites that have in common the pleasure of water. Thursday, July 13, direction Sri Lanka in the Indian Ocean, one of the favorite destinations for kitesurfing enthusiasts.

The fine sandy beaches of Kalpitiya (Sri Lanka) are relentlessly swept by the warm waves of the Indian Ocean. This postcard setting has become one of the favorite destinations for kitesurfers from all over the world. Among them are many French people. Thus, a group of amateurs came from La Rochelle (Charente-Maritime). After 20 hours of travel from France, by train, plane and car, they are eagerly awaited. All come to Sri Lanka for the first time, and the conditions for kitesurfing are ideal.

Discover the country

But before jumping into the water, you have to equip yourself. Then, you have to take off the wing and off you go to launch yourself into water at 28°C. Kitesurfers savor their luck. Here, the wind is good, it is one of the best kitesurfing spots in the world. If they have chosen to come for kitesurfing, enthusiasts also want to discover the country. For this, nothing better than the famous tuk-tuk. They also take the opportunity to discover regional flavors. But for amateur kitesurfers, the essential trip is to take to the sea to meet the dolphins.


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