East Coast

Explore eco-minded Arugam Bay Sum up Renowned for its great waves that attract surfers from across the world, Arugam Bay boasts some of Sri Lanka’s most pristine beaches and ecosystems. In order to protect the environment especially from the wave of thrash, the local community in Arugam Bay has teamed up and established innovative ventures. […]

Koneswarum Kovil Sum up The Koneswarum Kovil in Trincomalee is a Hindu kovil which sits atop Swami Rock, also referred to as ‘Lovers Leap’, a sheer cliff which stands 350ft above sea level close to Fort Frederick. It is said that the name `Lovers Leap’ was coined after an incident involving a Dutch Officer’s daughter

6 Best Water-Sport Activities in Sri Lanka Sum up The tropical island of Sri Lanka is a great place for water-sports, with hundreds of miles of beaches and some major rivers offering the chance to soak up the sun and have fun. Discover just some of the best activities on the water in Sri Lanka:

Walk with the Veddas Sum up The Vedda people are Sri Lanka’s indigenous population, linked closely to the aboriginal people of the island, who live in small forest communities away from urban life and the rest of the inhabitants of Sri Lanka. The Veddas of Sri Lanka are shrouded in mythology: their existence was first

Pigeon Island Sum up Pigeon Island, named after the Blue Rock Pigeon that breed there, is one of Sri Lanka’s two marine national parks, consisting of two small islands just a short boat ride from the coastline of Nilaveli in Trincomalee on the north-east coast. The islands are an ideal place for snorkelling, surrounded by

Sailing in Trincomalee or Pasikudah Sum up Sri Lanka’s east coast is a paradise of soft, white sands and turquoise waves; tranquil palm-fringed beaches that will enchant those seeking romance, relaxation or anyone looking to indulge in some exhilarating water-sports. This experience gives you the opportunity to explore the waters beyond the picturesque shores and

Scuba Diving in Sri Lanka Sum up Sri Lanka’s western, southern and eastern coastal belts are prime spots for scuba diving. Swim through the alluring turquoise water in the shallows and watch colourful tropical fish dart through the intricate corals, before heading out to the deeper waters of the Indian Ocean and diving in search

Surfing in Sri Lanka Sum up Sri Lanka is a fantastic choice for a surfing holiday, boasting great surf points all along its south coast. Arugam Bay in the south-east is considered one of the top ten surf spots in the world. Surfing along the west coast centres around Hikkaduwa.  Duration: N/A Best Time: December

Gal Oya National Park Sum up Spend time in Gal Oya National Park, in the remote east of the island, and you are truly off the tourist trail. Savour the silence as you take a boat safari on the biggest reservoir in Sri Lanka, and picnic on Bird Island, or one of the other tiny

Kumana National Park Sum up Kumana National Park is a birders’ paradise. Hidden away in the south-east of Sri Lanka, it was one known as East Yala, but it is best approached from the laid-back coastal settlement of Arugam Bay on Sri Lanka’s East Coast. This is a chance to escape the hordes and discover