Adventure
Pigeon Island Snorkelling Trip
Pigeon Island National Park, off the east coast near Nilaveli, is a small marine reserve with coral and reef fish close to the shore. It is among the easiest places in the island to snorkel with little effort.
Boats leave from the beach, and visitors pay a park fee. We arrange the transfer from Trincomalee or your hotel, and you can add a beach stop afterwards.
Highlights
- Snorkelling over shallow coral
- Reef fish and sometimes small reef sharks
- Boat ride from Nilaveli beach
- A relaxed beach day after the trip
Best time to go
Apr to Sep
- January: outside the best season
- February: outside the best season
- March: outside the best season
- April: usually the best time
- May: usually the best time
- June: usually the best time
- July: usually the best time
- August: usually the best time
- September: usually the best time
- October: outside the best season
- November: outside the best season
- December: outside the best season
The east coast has its best sea conditions in the middle of the year, while the west and south are rougher.
Included
- Private vehicle with driver
- Fuel
Price on request
Private vehicle with driver. Pay in cash on the day. Expressway tolls and parking are not included unless your quote says otherwise. Tell us your date, group size and pick-up point.
Get a quote on WhatsAppQuestions about this trip
Do I need to swim well?
You should be comfortable in the water. Life jackets are usually available and guides help beginners.
Is the island visit available all year?
It is usually best from spring to early autumn, when the east coast sea is calm. Ask us for current conditions.
How do I book it and what does it cost?
Message us on WhatsApp with your date, group size and pick-up point and we will send a quote. Entrance fees, boats and similar costs are paid separately unless your quote says otherwise.