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Grand Magellan Ceylon Tours
One of the world's finest natural harbours, with sapphire waters and sacred temples
Located on the east coast, Trincomalee boasts one of the world's deepest natural harbors and some of Sri Lanka's finest, uncrowded beaches like Nilaveli and Uppuveli. The historic Koneswaram Temple, perched on an ocean cliff, offers sweeping views. Trinco is also a major hub for whale watching and accessing the exceptional snorkeling at Pigeon Island National Park.
April to September (east coast dry season). Whale and dolphin watching is best May to October. Snorkelling and diving conditions are excellent June to September.
2-3 days
One of Sri Lanka's two marine national parks, offering exceptional snorkelling with reef sharks, turtles, and large coral formations.
An ancient and sacred Hindu temple perched dramatically on Swami Rock, a cliff 130 m above the ocean.
Long stretches of beautiful, largely deserted white sand beaches north of Trinco with clear, calm swimming waters.
A premium 9-day technical and advanced wreck diving expedition. Dive legendary WWII wrecks like HMS Hermes, SS British Sergeant, HMS Hollyhock, and Navy Dockyard sites.
A fascinating 10-day cultural and mythological trail visiting 15 legendary Ramayana sites, UNESCO world heritage sites, tea valleys, and exotic beaches across Sri Lanka.
A 14-day grand itinerary designed to give first-time visitors the best balance of Sri Lanka's ancient heritage, wildlife encounters, scenic landscapes, and tropical beaches without feeling rushed.
Our local travel experts can design a fully custom tailor-made itinerary featuring Trincomalee to match your pace, interests, and style.
Inquire NowA coastal town deeply significant for Hindu pilgrims.
A bustling crossroads city dominated by massive rock outcrops.
A vibrant agricultural town famous for its spice gardens.
The eastern terminus of the famous hill country railway.
A major tea-growing town with a superb spring-like climate.
A spectacular ridge town overlooking the southern plains.
A rugged, misty mountain range perfect for serious trekkers.
A Ramsar wetland vital for migratory waterbirds.
Blue whales, sperm whales, and spinner dolphins are regularly spotted off the coast from May to October.
A Portuguese-Dutch-British fort within Trincomalee city, still used by the Sri Lanka Army but open to visit the temple within.