If you're seeking a unique adventure that combines the serenity of the ocean with an adrenaline rush, our SUP experience is tailor-made for you.

__🏄 What is Standup Paddling (SUP)?__

Standup Paddling is an exhilarating water sport that allows you to explore the open sea while standing on a stable board, using a single paddle to glide gracefully across the waves. It's the perfect fusion of balance, strength, and mindfulness, offering a truly immersive connection with the sea.

__🌞 Why Choose Weligama Beach for Your SUP Adventure?__

Weligama Beach boasts breathtaking coastal views, with golden sands stretching as far as the eye can see. As you paddle, you'll be surrounded by the natural beauty of Sri Lanka's southern coastline.

__🌅 Book Your Standup Paddling Adventure Today!__

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Weligama

Standup Paddle Boarding (SUP) at Weligama

Welcome to Weligama Beach, where tranquility meets excitement in the world of Standup Paddling (SUP).

Kalpitiya, a premier kitesurfing destination, offers an exhilarating experience for beginners and seasoned riders alike. With its warm, shallow, and flat waters, combined with consistent winds, it presents the perfect playground for kitesurfing enthusiasts seeking an unforgettable adventure.

__Expert Instructors and Tailored Lessons: Unlock Your Kitesurfing Potential__

Our team of experienced and IKO certified instructors is dedicated to guiding you on your journey to becoming an independent and safe kitesurfer. Whether you're a complete beginner or have dabbled in kitesurfing before, our personalized group and private lessons are designed to match your level and progress. With their expertise and individualized attention, you'll quickly develop the skills necessary to ride the waves with confidence.

__Kalpitiya Lagoon: Perfect Conditions for All Skill Levels__

Immerse yourself in the beauty of Kalpitiya's lagoon, a haven for kitesurfers of all skill levels. Beginners will appreciate the warm and shallow waters that provide a comfortable learning environment, while advanced riders can take advantage of the flat and consistent wind conditions to hone their tricks and maneuvers. Whether you're taking your first steps or aiming to master advanced techniques, our lagoon offers an ideal setting to progress and enjoy the thrill of kitesurfing.

__Multilingual Instruction: Overcoming Language Barriers, Embracing Progress__

Language should never be a barrier to your kitesurfing journey. That's why our courses are offered in multiple languages, including French, English, Spanish, German, Italian, Russian, and Sinhalese. Our instructors will ensure clear communication and effective instruction, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in the learning experience, regardless of your native language.

__Progression and Certification: Empowering Your Kitesurfing Journey__

As you progress through our lessons, you'll receive an International Kiteboarding Organization (IKO) card indicating your level of proficiency. This valuable certification allows you to continue your kitesurfing journey independently and rent equipment at any IKO affiliated kite school worldwide. With each milestone achieved, you'll feel a sense of accomplishment, knowing that you're becoming a skilled and competent kitesurfer.

__Embrace the Thrills of Kitesurfing in Kalpitiya__

Prepare to be captivated by the incredible world of kitesurfing in Kalpitiya. Whether you're seeking an adrenaline-fueled adventure or looking to master a new skill, our premier destination provides the ideal combination of perfect conditions, expert instruction, and a supportive learning environment. 

__How long does it take to learn Kitesurfing?__

On average students need 8-12h to get up on the board and ride, however, this greatly depends on individuals. We recommend you commit to a minimum of 3 days of lessons in order to learn to ride. A typical kite lesson day consists of 3 hours class in the morning and 2 hours class in the afternoon (one kite day is about 5 hours of kitesurfing).

__Top Tips__
- For a better experience, you should be reasonably comfortable in the water if you want to learn to kitesurf.
- Good balance and core strength can make learning to kitesurf a whole lot easier!
- Have a play on a board or try wakeboarding to get a headstart.
- If you have any injuries or medical conditions, check with your doctor first and notify your kite instructor.

__Join us in Kalpitiya and embark on a thrilling kitesurfing journey that will leave you with unforgettable memories and a newfound passion for this exhilarating water sport.__

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Kalpitiya

Discovery Kitesurfing for Beginners

Discover the perfect destination for kitesurfing enthusiasts of all levels. Kalpitiya offers warm, shallow waters, consistent winds, and experienced IKO certified instructors. 

Kitesurfing in Kalpitiya

__You don’t need to be a scuba diver to get to know the fascinating world underwater and its splendor!__

Snorkelling is a relaxing activity for the whole family, children, and adults of all ages. It can be also the first step into diving or simply an alternative.

Equipped with mask, snorkel and fins you float on the water surface and watch the vibrant coral reefs, rocks and coral reef-fish below. An intense experience and unforgettable moments.

##### Why East Coast?
Snorkeling in Nilaveli & Trincomalee area is the absolute highlight of your stay on the east coast. You experience the most vibrant coral reefs of Sri Lanka, soft and hard corals, schools of colorful fish and different coral fish of the Indian Ocean.

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Nilaveli

Pigeon Island Snorkeling in Nilaveli 

PIGEON ISLAND - “The Snorkeler’s Paradise”

Your first underwater experience! Explore the fascinating blue world and start your lifetime adventure in Sri Lanka!

Have you always wondered what it’s like to breathe underwater? If you want to Try Scuba Diving, but aren’t quite ready to take the plunge into a certification course, our Try Scuba Diving and PADI Discover Scuba Diving is for you.

##### What to expect:

__While not a scuba certification course, Try Scuba Diving and PADI Discover Scuba Diving is a quick and easy introduction to what it takes to explore the underwater world.__

To breathe underwater for the first time – what a feeling! This is simply incomparable! You have to get used to it at first. After all, people are not made for it normally. After a few minutes of quiet breathing under water, most participants realize how easy diving can be. To stay calm and to follow the instructions of your PADI Instructor are the first prerequisites to complete the first diving exercises of your life. If that works after a few minutes, most of the participants are really enthusiastic and never forget that first impression under water.

##### Course Content:
You learn the basic safety guidelines and skills needed to dive under the direct supervision of a PADI Professional. If you make an open water dive, you’ll practice a few more skills in shallow water to prepare for your adventure. Get ready to:

- Learn about the basic scuba equipment and how to use it underwater
- Find out what it’s like to breathe underwater
- Learn key skills that you’ll use during every scuba dive
- Have fun swimming around and exploring
- Hear about becoming a certified diver through the [PADI Open Water Diver course](https://www.rapidadventures.lk/experiences/padi-open-water-diver-course-in-nilaveli)


PADI Discover Scuba Diving in Nilaveli

Your first underwater experience! Explore the fascinating blue world and start your lifetime adventure in Sri Lanka!

Have you always wondered what it’s like to breathe underwater? If you want to Try Scuba Diving, but aren’t quite ready to take the plunge into a certification course, our Try Scuba Diving and PADI Discover Scuba Diving is for you.

##### What to expect:

__While not a scuba certification course, Try Scuba Diving and PADI Discover Scuba Diving is a quick and easy introduction to what it takes to explore the underwater world.__

To breathe underwater for the first time – what a feeling! This is simply incomparable! You have to get used to it at first. After all, people are not made for it normally. After a few minutes of quiet breathing under water, most participants realize how easy diving can be. To stay calm and to follow the instructions of your PADI Instructor are the first prerequisites to complete the first diving exercises of your life. If that works after a few minutes, most of the participants are really enthusiastic and never forget that first impression under water.

##### Course Content:
You learn the basic safety guidelines and skills needed to dive under the direct supervision of a PADI Professional. If you make an open water dive, you’ll practice a few more skills in shallow water to prepare for your adventure. Get ready to:

- Learn about the basic scuba equipment and how to use it underwater
- Find out what it’s like to breathe underwater
- Learn key skills that you’ll use during every scuba dive
- Have fun swimming around and exploring
- Hear about becoming a certified diver through the [PADI Open Water Diver course](https://www.rapidadventures.lk/experiences/padi-open-water-diver-course-trincomalee)


Trincomalee

PADI Discover Scuba Diving in Trincomalee

The world’s most popular and widely recognized scuba course. If you’ve always wanted to take scuba diving lessons, experience unparalleled adventure and see the world beneath the waves, this is where it starts. Get your first scuba diving certification in Sri Lanka!

##### What to expect:
__Millions of people have learned to scuba dive and gone on to discover the wonders of the aquatic world through this course.__

Your first breath underwater is something you will never forget! During this course, you learn the skills and knowledge needed to become a certified diver, get an understanding of how to use your equipment and care for it, how to manoeuvre underwater with all the gear, to dive with a buddy and understand safe diving practices, dive planning, and get comfortable with your buoyancy while respecting the environment you are surrounded. The course consists of 5 confined water sessions and 4 dives at local spots under the supervision of a PADI Dive Instructor.

##### Course Content:
- Knowledge Development in our diving centre (one day classroom) to understand basic principles of scuba diving.
- Five Confined Water Dives to learn basic scuba skills.
- Four Open Water Dives to use your skills and explore!

As a PADI Open Water Diver, you can dive up to 18 metres/60 feet deep anywhere in the world, lifetime. If you would like to take a next step the PADI Advanced Open Water Diver Course is waiting for you!


PADI Open Water Diver Course in Trincomalee

PADI Open Water Diver Course in Nilaveli

Take the plunge and experience the beauty and excitement of scuba diving with our program in Kalpitiya. Whether you're a beginner looking for an introduction to diving or an experienced diver seeking new adventures, our program caters to all levels. 

Dive into the crystal-clear waters of Kalpitiya's largest coral reef, home to a diverse array of marine life. Discover the thrill of breathing underwater and create unforgettable memories as you explore the underwater paradise of Kalpitiya.

Discover Scuba Diving in Kalpitiya

Experience the beauty of scuba diving with our "Discover Scuba Diving" program, and encounter a rich diversity of marine life including tropical fish, moray eels, octopus, stingrays, and sea turtles.

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