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Dive Locations

4 recommended locations. Please contact us for further suggestions.

Minneriya National Park

This small national park forms part of the elephant corridor in the north central plains of Sri Lanka and, with a wide range of habitat types, boasts a plethora of wildlife viewing opportunities. Find Out More about Minneriya National Park

  • Ideal for viewing: Asian elephant, purple-faced leaf monkey, Indian grey mongoose, Ceylon grey hornbill, rufous woodpecker
  • Excellent for: Diving & adventure

Negombo

Located on the west coast, Negombo is the gateway for most Sri Lankan adventures. Historically the port attracted foreign trade whilst today the town has a thriving fishing industry and welcomes tourists to its sandy beach. Find Out More about Negombo

  • Ideal for viewing: sperm whale, blue whale, Bryde’s whale, bottlenose dolphin, spinner dolphin
  • Excellent for: Diving & adventure

Trincomalee

Trincomalee, commonly known as Trinco, is built around a natural deep water harbour and has played a strategic role throughout history. Located on Sri Lanka's east coast, blue whales are seen from here in season, as they migrate around the coast. Find Out More about Trincomalee

  • Ideal for viewing: blue whale, sperm whale, Bryde’s whale, spinner dolphin, bottlenose dolphin
  • Excellent for: Diving & adventure

Wilpattu National Park

Wilpattu National Park is located on Sri Lanka's northwest coast close to the sacred city of Anuradhapura. The park features natural lakes and is home to 30 species of mammal, wetland birds and reptiles. Find Out More about Wilpattu National Park

  • Ideal for viewing: Leopard, Sri Lankan sloth bear, spotted deer, purple heron, mugger crocodile
  • Excellent for: Diving & adventure

View trips to these locations

Dive trips

Golden palm fringed beaches, ancient cities, endemic wildlife and Ayurvedic treatments are all a part of this intriguing destination. Combine these with a whale watching or diving trip for the best experience.
1 recommended trip. Our trip ideas are offered to inspire you and can be tailored to suit your requirements.

Discover Maldives & Sri Lanka

Designed to ensure a captivating mix of underwater highlights and enchanting topside experiences, discover the Maldives and Sri Lanka on a twin-centre holiday like no other, available throughout the year. Find Out More about Discover Maldives & Sri Lanka

  • When to go: Jan-Dec
  • Duration inc. flights: 16 days
  • Price inc. flights: From £4,095 pp
  • Trip type: Tailor-made trip idea

When to go

Sri Lanka is a year round destination but the monsoon seasons dictate the best coastal conditions. The west coast is best visited from December to March and the east from April to September.

Seasons

  • West coast diving

    Dec to Mar: West coast diving and whale and dolphin snorkelling.
  • East coast diving

    Apr to Sep: East coast diving and whale and dolphin snorkelling
  • Inter-monsoon

    Oct to Nov: The inter-monsoonal months are the wettest across the whole country

Wildlife events

  • Mar to Apr: Ideal months for whale & dolphin encounters off the west coast
  • Sep to Oct: Ideal months for whale & dolphin encounters off the east coast

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