Scuba Diving

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Duration

5 hours

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No Cancellation

Group Size

8 people

Languages

Espanol, Japanese

Scuba diving in Sri Lanka is a fantastic experience, offering a mix of vibrant coral reefs, shipwrecks, and diverse marine life. The country’s warm waters and good visibility make it an appealing destination for divers of all levels. Here’s a comprehensive guide:

Best Dive Sites in Sri Lanka

1. Unawatuna & Galle (South Coast)

  • Highlights: Reefs, wrecks (Rangoon wreck), and calm waters

  • Season: November to April

  • Ideal for: Beginners to advanced divers

2. Hikkaduwa (Southwest Coast)

  • Highlights: Coral gardens, fish schools, reef sharks

  • Season: November to April

  • Good for: Snorkeling too

3. Trincomalee (Northeast Coast)

  • Highlights: Pigeon Island Marine Park, shallow reefs, turtles, sharks

  • Season: May to October

  • Best for: Macro life, reef diving

4. Batticaloa

  • Highlights: Hermes wreck, one of the best WWII wreck dives in Asia

  • Season: May to September

  • For: Advanced divers (deep dive)

5. Kalpitiya (Northwest Coast)

  • Highlights: Bar Reef Marine Sanctuary, dolphins, whales

  • Season: November to April

  • Great for: Reef and marine biodiversity

Marine Life You Might See

  • Turtles (Green, Hawksbill)

  • Reef Sharks

  • Manta Rays (occasionally)

  • Moray Eels

  • Lionfish, Frogfish, Nudibranchs

  • Barracudas, Trevallies

Certifications & Dive Centers

Most major towns offer:

  • PADI & SSI-certified dive centers

  • Options for Discover Scuba, Open Water, and Advanced courses

Popular operators:

  • Poseidon Diving Station (Unawatuna)

  • Dive for You (Hikkaduwa)

  • Trinco Bay Dive Center (Trincomalee)

  • Bar Reef Diving (Kalpitiya)

Best Time to Dive

Sri Lanka has two distinct diving seasons:

  • South & West Coast: November to April

  • East Coast (Trincomalee/Batticaloa): May to October

This ensures year-round diving, just switch coasts with the season.

Tips Before You Dive

  • Carry reef-safe sunscreen

  • Check dive center certifications and equipment condition

  • If you’re new, try a Discover Scuba Dive first

  • Ensure you have travel and dive insurance


Would you like help finding the best dive centers based on your travel dates or location in Sri Lanka?

Highlights

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  • Soak in the views of the ever vibrant City of Angels.
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08:00 Set off on a guided one-hour

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10:00See plenty of local wildlife up-close

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Your tour will conclude in San Francisco on Day 8 of the trip. There are no activities planned for this day so you're free to depart at any time. We highly recommend booking post-accommodation to give yourself time to fully experience the wonders of this iconic city!

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Day 1 of this tour is an arrivals day, which gives you a chance to settle into your hotel and explore Los Angeles. The only planned activity for this day is an evening welcome meeting at 7pm, where you can get to know your guides and fellow travellers. Please be aware that the meeting point is subject to change until your final documents are released.

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