Ruuk Village · Sri Lanka · For independent riders
Kitesurfing Holiday for Independent Riders, Sri Lanka Just you and the lagoon
Kalpitiya, Sri Lanka's kitesurfing hub on the country's northwest coast, is where independent riders come for flat water and steady wind. Kite Week is Ruuk Village's 8-day package for riders who can already ride upwind on their own, built around full gear rental and the Vellai Island kite safari.
from €590 per person, two sharing
Booked separately, the same week costs about €689 per person.
A kite week that feels like a holiday
Ruuk Village is a small, off grid hideaway on the Kalpitiya lagoon. You ride as long as the wind lasts, then come back to a quiet garden and three meals a day cooked on firewood by Vasanthi and our team. This week is for riders who want space to unplug, slow down and find their own rhythm again, on and off the water. Many guests start their Sri Lanka journey here, before they travel around the island.
Is your level right?
This package is only for independent riders. Please check that you can:
- Ride upwind in both directions
- Launch and land your kite on your own
- Relaunch from the water and do a basic self rescue without a boat
On your first day, our Spot Introduction checks your level and shows you the lagoon. Not there yet? Zero to Hero is the right start.
What is included
Included for everyone
- 7 nights in the Wadiya Cabana, our fisherman's hut by the lagoon
- Full board: tropical fruit, rice and curry lunch, special dinners, tea, coffee and water all day
- 7 days of full kite gear: kite, board and harness
- Spot Introduction on your first day
- The boat to the kite zone, every day
- SUP and bicycles, when available
Bringing your own gear? The week starts at €315 per person.
Travelling as two? You also get
- A kite safari to Vellai Island by boat
- A downwinder, with the boat bringing you back to the village
Not included: impact vest (€10 per day), third party insurance (we recommend the VDWS Safety Tool), seafood grill and BBQ dinners.
Your week
Ride when the wind is good. Rest when it is not.
Meet the lagoon
Arrive, settle in, and ride your first session after the Spot Introduction.
Your gear, your rhythm
Flat water in front of the village, every day the wind blows.
Further out
For two: the Vellai Island kite safari and a downwinder along the lagoon.
Day 8: a last sunrise session, then on to the airport, or into your Sri Lanka journey.
Build your week
Choose what fits you. The price updates as you go.
1. When do you travel?
Valid when you book at least 90 days before arrival and pay the 30% deposit. Not available from December 15 to January 31.
2. Who is coming?
4. Your gear
A good idea if you have not kited for a while. An instructor watches from the beach and helps you settle in.
5. Getting here and extras
Included for two: Vellai Island kite safari and a downwinder.
Pickup and drop off together cost €149 instead of €164.
Not a typical kite camp
We are a quiet, human scale project for a certain kind of rider.
You will feel at home if
- You ride on your own and want space on the water
- You prefer a quiet evening to a loud bar
- You enjoy nature, simple comfort and local food
- You like to know the people who cook for you
Probably not for you if
- You are still learning to ride upwind
- You want a party camp with nightlife
- You need AC, TV and a pool
- You don't enjoy being this close to nature
Questions before you book
What level do I need?
You need to ride upwind in both directions, launch and land on your own, and relaunch and self rescue without a boat. Your Spot Introduction on day one checks this.
Can I bring my own gear?
Yes. Choose "I bring my own" in the builder. The week then starts at €315 per person.
When is the best wind?
Our main season runs from mid December to February, with steady wind and warm days. The second season, June to September, brings strong summer wind. See the wind season for details.
I travel alone. Can I still go to Vellai Island?
Yes. The Vellai safari needs at least two riders, so for one person we take you by private boat for €120.
How do I book?
Send us your dates through Plan Your Trip. We reply within 24 hours with a personal plan. A 30% deposit confirms your booking. Book at least 90 days ahead and you save €40 per person (not from December 15 to January 31).
No crowds. Just you and the lagoon.
Tell us your dates. We will send you a personal plan, not a sales pitch.