{"id":10654,"date":"2026-04-29T10:12:35","date_gmt":"2026-04-29T10:12:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.kitesurfinglanka.com\/?page_id=10654"},"modified":"2026-04-29T10:14:52","modified_gmt":"2026-04-29T10:14:52","slug":"ksl-journeys","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.kitesurfinglanka.com\/nl\/ksl-journeys\/","title":{"rendered":"KSL Journeys"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><b>THE KSL JOURNEYS<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Beyond the wind, there\u2019s more to explore.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sri Lanka\u2019s wild wild west \u2014 lagoons, ocean, and places that still feel real.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><b>Puttalam Lagoon Discovery<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>3.5 Hours | 1:30 PM from KSL Gate | 1\u20136 People<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A slow journey across Sri Lanka\u2019s largest lagoon. Wide, quiet, and almost still. Guided by a local fisherman, you move through mangroves and open water, experiencing a working ecosystem where tradition is still part of daily life.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Highlights:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2022 Baobab Tree (700+ years)<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2022 Velankanni Church, set in the middle of the water<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2022 Uchchimuni Beach<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2022 Mangroves &amp; birdlife<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pricing (per guest)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 Guest\u00a0 \u2013 \u20ac105<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2\/3 Guests \u2013 \u20ac75<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4\/5 Guests \u2013 \u20ac45<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6 Guests \u2013 \u20ac35<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Includes: Light refreshments served onboard: 1 sandwich, fresh fruits, water, plus 2 drinks (soft drink or beer).<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><b>KSL Castaway Experience<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3.5 Hours | 1:30 PM from KSL Gate | 1\u20136 People<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A short escape out of camp and onto a quiet island. You cross the lagoon by boat and end up somewhere simple and remote, with nothing to do and nowhere to be. Swim, walk, or just switch off \u2014 before a fresh BBQ is served right on the sand.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Highlights:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #003366;\"> Remote island, away from everything<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #003366;\"> Lagoon crossing by boat<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #003366;\"> Beachside BBQ<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #003366;\"> Time to swim and switch off<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pricing\u00a0 (per guest)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 Guest \u2013 \u20ac107 (40,000 LKR)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2\/3 Guests \u2013 \u20ac75 (27,750 LKR)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4\/5 Guests \u2013 \u20ac55 (20,350 LKR)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6 Guests \u2013 \u20ac40 (14,800 LKR)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Includes: Light refreshments served onboard: water, plus 2 drinks (soft drink or beer).<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><b>Wilpattu Wilderness Safari (Jeep)<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>Approx. 9 Hours | 04:00 AM Departure | 1\u20136 People<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An early start into one of Sri Lanka\u2019s most untouched national parks. Wilpattu is quiet, raw, and unpredictable. You move through dense forest and open clearings, where wildlife appears when it wants to, not when you expect it.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Highlights:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2022 Natural lakes (\u201cvillus\u201d) attracting wildlife<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2022 Chance to spot leopard, bear, and elephant<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2022 Less crowded, more space and silence<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2022 Wild landscape that feels largely untouched<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pricing (per guest)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Land Transfer (Standard)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 Guest \u2013 \u20ac142 (53,000 LKR)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2\/3 Guests \u2013 \u20ac82 (30,340 LKR)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4\/5 Guests \u2013 \u20ac51 (18,870 LKR)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6 Guests \u2013 \u20ac40 (14,800 LKR)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Includes: Sandwich, fresh fruit, 1 juice, water, 3 drinks (softdrink or beer).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Excludes: Park entrance fees (approximately \u20ac 35 per person)<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><b>Lagoon &amp; Land Journey (Boat + Jeep)<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>7 Hours | 05:30 AM from KSL Gate | 1\u20136 People<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A full day moving from water to land. You start at sunrise on the lagoon, calm and quiet, then continue into Wilpattu by jeep, where everything shifts. Two completely different environments, one continuous journey.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Highlights:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2022 Sunrise crossing on the lagoon<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2022 Transition from boat to jeep<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2022 Wilpattu safari through forest and lakes<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2022 Wildlife on both water and land<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pricing (per guest)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 Guest\u00a0 \u2013 \u20ac150 (56,000 LKR)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2\/3 Guests \u2013\u00a0 \u20ac100 (37,400 LKR)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4\/5 Guests \u2013\u00a0 \u20ac80 (29,000 LKR)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6 Guests \u2013\u00a0 \u20ac60 (22,400 LKR)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Includes: 1 sandwich, fresh fruits, 1 juice, water, 2 drinks (soft drinks or beer).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Excludes: Park entrance fees (approximately \u20ac 35 per person).<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><b>Kalpitiya Ocean Safari<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>3 Hours | 07:30 AM from KSL Beach | 1\u20138 People<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Early morning out on the open ocean. As the coastline fades, it\u2019s just water, light, and whatever the ocean decides to show you. Dolphins often move alongside the boat, and with a bit of luck, you might cross paths with whales.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Highlights:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2022 Early morning departure on calm seas<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2022 Dolphins moving and jumping alongside the boat<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2022 Chance to see whales (seasonal)<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2022 Open ocean, no fixed route<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pricing (per guest)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 Guest \u2013 \u20ac80 (30,000 LKR)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2\/3 Guests \u2013 \u20ac50 (18,448 LKR)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4\/5 Guests \u2013 \u20ac42 (15,497 LKR)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6\/7 Guests \u2013 \u20ac33 (12,176 LKR)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8 Guests \u2013 \u20ac30 (11,100 LKR)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Includes: 1 sandwich, water and 1 soft drink.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Excludes: Wildlife ticket (approximate \u20ac10 per person)<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><b>Wild Coast Pedal Journey<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>60 Min | 15:30 PM from KSL Gate | 1\u20138 People<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A slow ride through the quieter side of Kalpitiya. You leave the main roads behind and move through villages, past lagoons and salt pans, getting a closer look at everyday life along the coast.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Highlights:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2022 Coastal villages and daily life<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2022 Salt pans and lagoon landscapes<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2022 Quiet, empty stretches of beach<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2022 Late afternoon light<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pricing\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Per guest \u2013 \u20ac20<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Please note: Best to bring some cash for local refreshments along the route.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><b>Pelagic Calm Dive Experience<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>Duration: 6 Hours | 1\u20136 People<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A different world below the surface. Calm, quiet, and largely untouched, the dive sites around Kalpitiya offer space to explore without the crowds. Whether it\u2019s your first dive or you\u2019re already certified, you can join guided dives or take your next step with a full PADI course.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Highlights:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2022 Quiet, uncrowded dive sites<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2022 Coral reefs and tropical fish<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2022 Beginner experiences and certified dives<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2022 PADI courses from Discover to Divemaster<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">PADI Discover Scuba Diving (DSD) \u2013 \u20ac150<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Perfect for first-time divers<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Day 1: Afternoon pool session (skills &amp; basic training)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Day 2: Two open water dives<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Includes all diving equipment ,Snacks &amp; refreshments ,Underwater photos &amp; videos<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fun Dive Package \u2013 \u20ac85<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For certified divers<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Two guided dives<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Includes all diving equipment, snacks &amp; refreshments, underwater photos &amp; videos<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">PADI Open Water Course \u2013 \u20ac400<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your first full diving certification<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Duration: 4 days<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">PADI eLearning (theory)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">PADI certification included<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Includes all diving equipment, Underwater photos &amp; videos<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #003366;\">PADI Advanced Open Water \u2013 \u20ac400<\/span><\/p>\n<div dir=\"auto\"><span style=\"color: #003366;\">Duration: 2 days<\/span><\/div>\n<div dir=\"auto\">\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">PADI eLearning (theory)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">PADI certification included<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Includes all diving equipment, Underwater photos &amp; videos<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div dir=\"auto\"><\/div>\n<div dir=\"auto\"><span style=\"color: #003366;\">PADI Rescue Diver \u2013 \u20ac350<\/span><\/div>\n<div dir=\"auto\"><span style=\"color: #003366;\">Duration: 2 days<\/span><\/div>\n<div dir=\"auto\">\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">PADI eLearning (theory)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">PADI certification included<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Includes all diving equipment, Underwater photos &amp; videos<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div dir=\"auto\"><\/div>\n<div dir=\"auto\"><span style=\"color: #003366;\">PADI Divemaster \u2013 \u20ac850<\/span><\/div>\n<div dir=\"auto\"><span style=\"color: #003366;\">Duration: 1 month<\/span><\/div>\n<div dir=\"auto\">\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">PADI eLearning (theory)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">PADI certification included<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Includes all diving equipment, Underwater photos &amp; videos<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>THE KSL JOURNEYS Beyond the wind, there\u2019s more to explore. Sri Lanka\u2019s wild wild west \u2014 lagoons, ocean, and places that still feel real. &nbsp; Puttalam Lagoon Discovery 3.5 Hours | 1:30 PM from KSL Gate | 1\u20136 People A slow journey across Sri Lanka\u2019s largest lagoon. Wide, quiet, and almost still. 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