KiteGlobeVellai Island
Vellai Island is a kiteboarding spot near Negombo, Colombo in Sri Lanka, with open ocean conditions and prevailing SW wind, best ridden in May, June, July, August, September.
| Country | Sri Lanka |
|---|---|
| Nearest town | Negombo, Colombo |
| Water type | Open ocean |
| Launch | Ocean, Island, Lagoon |
| Best wind direction | SW |
| Wind type | Trade |
| Best months | May, June, July, August, September |
| Coordinates | 8.4052, 79.8097 |
About Vellai Island
Perfect start for a long downwind trip, military zone, sign up with any of the Sethawadiya or Kappalady kiteschools for a trip.
When is the best time to kitesurf at Vellai Island?
The best time to kite Vellai Island is May, June, July, August, September, when the SW wind is most reliable.
What are the wind and water conditions?
Vellai Island offers open ocean conditions with SW wind (Trade wind), launching from ocean, island, lagoon.
How do I get to Vellai Island?
Military zone, only licensed boats are allowed to get to the islands (but there are many licensed boats - the local kiteschools arrange trips).
Hazards at Vellai Island
Fishernets, Shells.
View Vellai Island on the interactive map →Where can I take kite lessons near Vellai Island?
5 kite schools operate in Sri Lanka. See kite schools in Sri Lanka →
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Spot data last updated 2026-07-20 · part of the KiteGlobe database of 6,633 kiteboarding spots.