Ideally located within close range of the Bandaranaike International Airport as well as Colombo, Sri Lanka’s capital, Negombo is a seaside town with a global reputation as a water sports hub. Enjoying excellent weather and wind conditions all year round this stretch of prime beachfront surrounded by a lagoon is a popular hotspot for tourists the world over and more so with those with a love of water sports. Scenic and breathtaking at first glimpse the surfing opportunities in Negombo are many and equally multi-faceted.
When it comes to traditional surfing it is also one of the safest and most secure destinations in the island for both novices and experts alike as the calm waters and climatic conditions means surfers need not don protective gear the like of boots, wetsuits, gloves or hoods to head out to the ocean and engage in an afternoon of surfing. Surfing equipment and other special gear is available via rentals located near the beachfront as several rental services as well as schools have propped up in recent years. The rental operators and locals are well informed on the prevailing tides and undercurrents during various times of the year thus surfers would be well-advised to consult them before setting off on a surfing session. The best period to surf in Negombo falls between the months of May and October when a smooth surfing surface can be expected in the lagoon.
Windsurfers on the other hand should head down to Negombo between the month of January and March when short breaks are at their best and expert Windsurfers can really let lose among the waves. Beginners however can windsurf in Negombo for the remainder of the year as conditions are relatively calmer with a solid 6 beau fort wind conditions with an average wave height of 3 to 4m dominating the waters. As the wind frequently blows across the Negombo the venue is the best place to try one’s hand at windsurfing and learn the basics in a secure surfing environment.
Negombo is also credited as the hometown of kite boarding or kite surfing in Sri Lanka as it is the sport’s true birthplace. The period between May and August is perfect for kite surfers when the tall shore breaks are in season for advanced kiters. With a beachfront that is spacious enough for both landing and taking-off Negombo beach is also renowned for its awe-inspiring down winders.
Travellers in search of an elegant Negombo hotel should look no further than Club Hotel Dolphin for all their accommodation needs. Renowned as a family oriented hotel in Negombo this luxury rest is ideal for both holidaymakers and business travellers.
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