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White sand and turquoise water at a beach near Trincomalee

East Coast

Trincomalee

Trincomalee District, Eastern Province

White-sand beaches, a deep natural harbour and clifftop temples.

Introduction

Discover Trincomalee

Trincomalee on the east coast is known for its natural harbour, quiet white-sand beaches and the clifftop Koneswaram Temple.

Nearby Nilaveli and Pigeon Island offer clear water for snorkelling during the east-coast season.

Highlights

  • Nilaveli Beach
  • Pigeon Island
  • Koneswaram Temple
  • Fort Frederick

Things to do

  • Snorkelling at Pigeon Island
  • Beach days
  • Seasonal whale watching
  • Temple visits

Travel tips

  • Visit during the east-coast season
  • Respect marine life when snorkelling
  • Dress modestly at temples

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Trincomalee in pictures

White sand and turquoise water at a beach near Trincomalee

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Things to do

Experiences in this Destination

Pigeon Island Snorkelling — White sand and turquoise water at a beach near TrincomaleeBeach & Water Activities
TrincomaleeDuration on request

Pigeon Island Snorkelling

Snorkel coral reefs off Nilaveli near Trincomalee.

Price on request

Tour Packages

Journeys including Trincomalee

East Coast Beach Escape — White sand and turquoise water at a beach near TrincomaleeNature & Scenic Tours
4 days / 3 nights2 destinations

East Coast Beach Escape

White sand, snorkelling at Pigeon Island and quiet east-coast bays.

Price on request

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