Water Sports at Pasikudah and Kalkudah

The perfect coastal conditions, an off shore coral reef system and rich in marine life of the Pasikuda and Kalkudah beaches give great opportunity for thrilling water sports such as surfing, snorkeling, diving, wind surfing, and kite surfing.

Highlights

  • Explore the vibrant corals of the coral reef system and marine life underwater by scuba diving and snorkeling
  • Surfing, snorkeling, diving, wind surfing, water skiing and kite surfing are some of the water sports available
  • There are some wreck sites such as the Boiler wreck, SS British Sergeant and the HMS Hermes
  • Pasikuda beach, one of the safest beaches in the country, is perfect for surfing for both beginners and advanced surfers

Overview

The perfect coastal conditions of the Pasikuda and Kalkudah beaches allow visitors the opportunity of indulging in various water sports. Surfing, snorkeling, diving, wind surfing, waterskiing and kite surfing are some of the water sports visitors can indulge in. While both the Pasikuda bay and Kalkudah bay are surrounded by an off shore coral reef system and rich in marine life, the best way to explore these vibrant corals and life underwater is by snorkeling and scuba diving. For the more adventurous souls out there, jet skiing, wind surfing, kayaking and kite surfing are some options. There are a few wreck sites in close proximity such as the Boiler wreck, SS British Sergeant and the HMS Hermes. There is no need to fret about equipment and skills because necessary equipment are readily available and also since there are trained instructors around. Since the Pasikuda beach is one of the safest beaches in the country it is perfect for surfing; for both beginners and advanced surfers. Canoeing is yet another way to explore the beauty of Pasikuda.