Ceylon Stories SUP Paddling in Sri Lanka

In between India and the Maldives archipelago lies a tropical El Dorado with beautiful landscapes, a rich cultural heritage, and incomparably kind people. With favorable exposure to the swells of the Indian Ocean, Sri Lanka also has, depending on the time of the year, shockingly good waves. This winter, French Pro-Rider Alexis Deniel and his partner Melanie lived an unforgettable experience exploring the island's southwest coast. Discover their colorful journey through this dream destination that will carve a place into your heart.

Text and Photos: L. Nevarez

When you travel around the world, certain places stick in your memory, and Sri Lanka (formerly Ceylon) I left knowing I wanted to see it again. Eight years after the pleasure of the discovery and the fabulous moments of my first trip, I returned, this time sharing the joy of this epic place with French SUP-rider Alexis Deniel and his partner, Melanie. The couple have traveled a lot but never to this part of the world. For a while, Sri Lanka wasn't on anyone's vacation list, but now, more than 10 years after decades of civil war and the 2004 tsunami, it is slowly remaking its name as an international destination, especially for the surf-inclined. After a long flight with a stopover in Doha, Qatar, we land in Colombo, the capital…

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Kayak Session (Digital) - 1 Issue, SUP Paddle World magazine 2020

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