Diving & Snorkelling
Snorkelling Trip
See reef fish and coral on the coast that is in season.
- Where
- Pigeon Island (summer) or south-west reefs (winter)
- Duration
- 2 – 4 hours
- Season
- East coast roughly May – Sep; south-west roughly Dec – Apr
At a glance
- Activity level
- Moderate
- Good for
- Families, Couples, Friends & small groups
- Price
- On request
From about May to September, boats run from Nilaveli to Pigeon Island National Park; from about December to April, snorkelling is best on the south-west coast around Hikkaduwa and Unawatuna.
Typical schedule
Mornings, when the sea is calmer.
Meeting & pickup
At the beach or boat point.
Restrictions
Swimmers only; never stand on coral.
Usually included
- Mask and snorkel
- Boat (for Pigeon Island)
What to bring
- Reef-safe sunscreen
- Swimwear
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