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Kalpitiya Beach

Q: Is there any food or beverages in the area of Kalpitiya Beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Kalpitiya Beach.There are 4 restaurants nearby.Kalpitiya Village Restaurant is the closest place located 1900 meters from the beach.

Good for Relax

7.2

/ 10 Good

#142 out of 235
in Vellaimanai

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About

Kalpitiya Beach is located on the Palk Strait (part of Indian ocean) and it is in the 142th place out of 235 beaches in the Sri Lanka region 145.5 km away from its center, the city of Colombo. It is one of the beaches of Vellaimanai settlement, just 1.5 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place.

It is a long lasting coastline with crystal turquoise water and bright sand, so you don't need special shoes. The entrance to the water is very smooth. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is not crowded place during the season.

Kalpitiya Beach coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature. There is also possible to take different water activities such as catamarans or jet skis. Daily boat rental service is located nearby.

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities. This beach is popular for windsurfing or kiteboarding.

This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.

2 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Kandakuliya Beach, which has a rating of 7.8.

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Historical

+32 ^oC +25 ^oC

Air temperature

5.5 M/S

Wind

+29 ^oC

Water temperature

1.6 M

Wave height

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Beach overall scores

Water

Good

7.4/10

Cover

Tolerable

4.9/10

Cleanliness

Pleasant

6/10

Amenities

Very poor

2.1/10

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Kalpitiya Beach (Sri Lanka) is located outside the Vellaimanai settlement, which may cause some difficulties for travelers who stay far from the coast. However, the remoteness from the village is not always a bad thing. Lovers of quiet rest know, the farther the beach, the fewer crowds.

The beach stretches on the sunny coast and the easiest way to get to the beach is by car or bike. If you don't have this option, then the second best solution is to use the taxi, which can drive you directly to the beach. The only problem, if your stay is far away it can be quite expensive. There is also a possibility of use of public transport, but in this case you need to check the correct route to the Kalpitiya Beach with the locals. Take into account that the bus stop is usually in some distance., but accessing the beach requires traversing some distance on foot. While driving or cycling are the most convenient options for reaching the start point of trail, these methods may not be feasible for everyone. Alternatively, a taxi can be used to drive directly to the location. Public transportation is another option, but it's important to confirm the correct route with locals beforehand as the bus stop may be located at some distance.

User reviews

"The beach is lovely and well-maintained, with a unique dry zone environment. There are various species of birds, cactus trees, and fishing huts scattered throughout. The beach is bordered by the sea on one side and a lagoon on the other, creating a diverse natural habitat with a high level of biodiversity."

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"The beach has a serene atmosphere and isn't overly crowded. The sun is quite intense, but the sand is a beautiful golden color. Unfortunately, the beach is marred by plastic pollution and there are no dining options available."

Shalika Perera

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General features

ownership
- Public free entry
- Virgin beach with no amenities
occupancy
- Moderate in high season
location
- In a natural environment, there are no roads or buildings within the beach
size&shape
- Length - very long, more than 1 km
- Width - sufficient

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Nearest Beaches

Average rating of nearest beaches is 6.9 (Good)

Keerikulam, Sri Lanka

Kandakuliya Beach

7.8

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water, Sand bottom

Keerikulam 1.6 km

What to do in Kalpitiya Beach? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?

Extremes can be moderate or excessive, so if you are a fan of the first type, than Kalpitiya Beach welcomes you, offering kite and windsurfing. If on the contrary, it is not your kind of activity, we recommend you to find another beach, since the presence of lots of kite surfers on water can have a negative impact on the comfort of your leisure.

Beach surroundings

Restaurants Attractions Transport Localities

Restaurants

Kalpitiya Village Re...• 24 min walk
Ruuk Village Kite Re...• 25 min walk
Kite Paradise Resort...• 27 min walk
Valampuri Kite Resor...• 27 min walk

Attractions

Kalpitiya Lagoon• 17 min walk
Yoga space Sri Lanka• 2.4km
Kudawa Natural Pool• 2.9km
Great tourists at ka...• 2.9km

Transport

ADP• 76.1km
කල්පිටිය බස් නැවතුම්...• 2.9km
Periyanagavillu Rail...• 14.3km

Localities

Vellaimanai• 1.5km
Colombo• 145.5km

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What is the water and sand quality of the Kalpitiya Beach?

The coastline of Kalpitiya Beach is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at Kalpitiya Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Kalpitiya Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

The Kalpitiya Beach is also suitable for the following water activities:

Kite and windsurfing

Is the Kalpitiya Beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable.

Kalpitiya Beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.

There are some boats in the bay.

Is the Kalpitiya Beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.

Is the Kalpitiya Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The beach is located in a natural area. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Kalpitiya Beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Kalpitiya Beach.

There are 4 restaurants nearby.Kalpitiya Village Restaurant is the closest place located 1900 meters from the beach.

How far is the Kalpitiya Beach from parking?

The Kalpitiya Beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

Are there any attractions nearby Kalpitiya Beach?

There are 4 attractions near Kalpitiya Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Kalpitiya Lagoon located in 1.2 km. See the attractions section for details.

What is the best time of the year to visit Kalpitiya Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Kalpitiya Beach is March. Its average value reaches 34°C. The warmest sea is in April, the average value is 30°C. The coldest month is August with air temperature 29°C and water 28°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Kalpitiya Beach (Sri Lanka) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Kalpitiya Beach (Sri Lanka) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.