In Sri Lanka, kite surfing is akin to soaring in paradise! That is because this island is very near to any tropical heaven you can find on the Indian Ocean; thanks to the clear ocean waters, ample sunshine and golden sands. Water sport lovers have been drawn to this island like birds to nectar. It is a destination where maximum fun is guaranteed and a place which draws you back to its shores again and again.
100 kms from the commercial capital Colombo is a coastal town that lets you enjoy the best of kite surfing; Hikkaduwa; a place known for its beautiful corals and spectacular beaches. This little town in the South of Sri Lanka is everything that a tourist destination should be; authentically Sri Lankan with plenty of amazing hotels and resorts lining up the coastal region. That is not all; Hikkaduwa has a vibrant nightlife that caters to a wide variety of tastes.
One of the most significant features of this little town is the amazing opportunity it offers for some thrilling and breathtaking water sports. You can try just about anything over here; surfing, water skiing, boogie boarding, snorkelling and scuba diving are some of the favourites but the most popular never tops kite surfing.
Kite surfing is simply astounding in Hikkaduwa. The little town is known world-wide for this feature and attracts people from UK, Australia, Italy, USA and Israel, among other places. There are primarily 3 to 4 surf points in Hikkaduwa that boast clear, warm water; ideal conditions for kite surfing. Most of these points are reef breaks that have a flat reef and deep bottoms. The wave sizes too are remarkable in the region; it usually ranges in between 2 to 7 feet during the season. The ‘main reef’ is the point in the area that has a unique ‘A’ shaped structure which one can ride in either direction.
When staying in Hikkaduwa it is important to choose a Hikkaduwa hotel that provides the best of the facilities you are looking for. Choose Chaaya Tranz Hikkaduwa which also lets you experience water sports. The facilities and chic ambience of this place makes it one of the finest beach hotels in Sri Lanka.