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The 5 Best Trincomalee Tours

5 tours  ·  from $22 a head

The east coast runs on the opposite monsoon, so Trincomalee is dry when Galle is not. These 5 cover the Pigeon Island snorkelling, the whale boats and the hot springs, with prices and the months each one works.

Trincomalee: Whales Watching and Navy Island Snorkeling Tour - What makes the reef worthwhile
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Trincomalee: Whales Watching and Navy Island Snorkeling Tour

1.Whales Watching and Navy Island Snorkeling Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 81 reviews · 5 hours · from $84Our pick

Review of Trincomalee’s whale, dolphin, and Navy Island snorkeling tour, with practical advice on wildlife, value, safety, and what to expect.

“snack was good for the situation and more that we could eat. plenty of time to snorkel. maybe better cover for bags. no photos offered (as advertised ).”

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From Uppuveli Beach: Pigeon Island Snorkeling Tour - Snorkeling among sharks, turtles, and coral
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From Uppuveli Beach: Pigeon Island Snorkeling Tour

2.Pigeon Island Snorkeling Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 58 reviews · 3 hours · from $50

Review of Pigeon Island snorkeling from Uppuveli Beach, with turtles, reef sharks, coral, costs, timing, and practical tips.

“This was the highlight of my Sri Lanka trip! The snorkeling was incredible—clear waters, healthy corals, and close encounters with turtles and reef sharks. The guide stayed close and made it easy for first-timers. I’ve been on other snorkeling tours, but this one was by far the most organized, safe, and exciting. You can really tell Trinco Bay Dive Center is a PADI 5-Star Dive Resort—they go above and beyond!”

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Trincomalee: Whale & Dolphin Safari Tour with Expert Guides - Searching for dolphins near Trincomalee
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Trincomalee: Whale & Dolphin Safari Tour with Expert Guides

3.Whale & Dolphin Safari Tour with Expert Guides

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 53 reviews · 1 day · from $71

Search for blue whales, dolphins, turtles, and seabirds on a small-boat safari from Trincomalee with expert guides and ethical practices.

“It was very good! We saw a lot of dolphins and two whales. The guides really made sure everyone saw the animals without disturbing them too much. They were both really nice and we also got some fruit and water. I‘d recommend booking with them!”

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Nilaveli: Sri Lankan Cooking Class with a Local Family - What five hours of cooking looks like
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Nilaveli: Sri Lankan Cooking Class with a Local Family

Trincomalee: City Tour with Koneswarm and Crocodile lake - Koneshwaram Siva Temple and the first view of Trincomalee
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Trincomalee: City Tour with Koneswarm and Crocodile lake

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