Activities & Nearby Visits
The best beach in Kalpitiya, right in front of Welléwadiya Beach Villa, is your launchpad for a variety of water sports. Explore the vibrant marine life, ride the tides, and create moments that will make your beach getaway extraordinary.
Discover the Beauty of Kalpitiya
From its pristine beaches to its vibrant marine life, Kalpitiya offers a unique blend of serenity and adventure. Explore exhilarating kite surfing, magical dolphin-watching tours, and tranquil bird-watching experiences at nearby sanctuaries. Kalpitiya is your gateway to unspoiled beauty and thrilling activities.
Kite Surfing
Kalpitiya has achieved global recognition as one of the
best kite surfing destinations in the world. Shallow waters, reliable wind and a large lagoon make it an exclusive location enjoyed by professional kite surfers and beginners alike. There are three major kite camps within walking distance of Wella. We offer kite surfing packages and can arrange equipment hire from one of our affiliated kite camps on request.
Dolphin and Whale watching
Enjoy a sea safari to spot large shoals of friendly Spinner Dolphins and majestic Blue Whales, which are frequently seen off the shores of Kandakuliya. If you are feeling lucky, why not embark on a trip to spot the very rare pink dolphins in the Kalpitiya lagoon?
Snorkelling on the Coral Reef
The largest coral reef in Sri Lanka known as Bar Reef shelters Kandakuliya beach. Bar Reef is several kilometres long and provides safe habitat for a wealth of marine life including beautiful coral fish, large Manta rays, Reef Sharks and the friendly sea Turtles. A short boat ride from Wella takes you to some of the best snorkelling sights in Sri Lankan waters.
Wilpattu National Park Safari
Wilpattu National Park is situated approximately 1.5 hours drive from Kalpitiya and spans 131,693 hectares. Wilpattu is famous for its 60 natural lakes, open grassy plains and dense scrub jungle. These unique conditions make it one of the best places in the world to see leopards and the rare sloth bear as well as large herds of elephants and deer.
Mangrove Lagoon Safari
The lagoon is the second largest in Sri Lanka and its mangroves are home to a variety of birds and animals. Explore our beautiful lagoon by boat, spot its inhabitants and glimpse the 14 islands that surround it.
Dutch Bay & Fort Island Safari
Built by Dutch settlers in 1676, this ancient fortification was used to guard Puttlam lagoon from invasions and foreign threats. The fort also operated as a central point to store spices before they were shipped to Europe.
