INDIAN OCEAN · TAMIL NADU

Pirapanvalasai · Palk Bay

Beginner

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Pirapanvalasai · Palk Bay

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About the spot

Shallow Palk Bay spot at Pirapanvalasai with professional tuition.

Water typeBay

Suitable wind directionsSuitable wind fromNE · SWMarked sectors · not a forecast

Access & local notes

Arrange tuition and required local permissions through a school. Watch for power lines ashore.

Source: Kiteforum – Pirapanvalasai · Palk Bay · accessed on 20/10/2026

Additional sources: Learn Kitesurfing in India

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GPS coordinates

9.3094, 79.0474

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The marker and GPS coordinates show the approximate location of the spot. Follow the designated access points and zones on site.

Skill level

Beginner

For first rides and basic skills in suitable conditions. Beginners need qualified instruction and the designated teaching area.

Arrange tuition and required local permissions through a school. Watch for power lines ashore.

The four skill levels

Skill level: Beginner
For first rides and basic skills in suitable conditions. Beginners need qualified instruction and the designated teaching area.
Skill level: Advanced
Independent riding, staying upwind, launching, landing and self-rescue are required, with control in chop, waves or changing conditions.
Skill level: Expert
Extensive experience with difficult launches, surf, currents or obstacles is required. Little room for riding or judgement errors.
Skill level: Pro
An exceptionally demanding specialist spot for pro-level riders. Extreme spot hazards require precise control, local knowledge and agreed safety support.

Editorial guidance based on the spot description. Applies in suitable conditions within the area described; wind, waves and tides can require greater skill. Beginners always need instruction.

Before your visit

Check current notices at the access point, swimming zones and local restrictions.

Local information