Discover coral reefs, tropical fish, sea turtles and ocean ecosystems.

CategoryWildlife and Nature
Featured places5
Generally bestYear-round — varies by park
Famous destinations

Where to go — our favourite places for this experience, ready to fit into a route that suits your dates and pace.

  1. 01

    Pigeon Island National Park

    Pigeon Island National Park lies offshore from Nilaveli and protects small islands and coral-reef habitats; visits depend on sea conditions.

  2. 02

    Hikkaduwa National Park

    Hikkaduwa National Park protects a shallow fringing reef beside the town; marine activities must follow local conservation rules.

  3. 03

    Bar Reef Marine Sanctuary

    Bar Reef is a marine sanctuary offshore from the Kalpitiya Peninsula, with reef habitats reached only when conditions permit.

  4. 04

    Trincomalee Bay

    Trincomalee is a harbour city on the northeast coast, with the Koneswaram headland, Fort Fredrick and beaches around its bay.

  5. 05

    Great Basses Reef

    Great Basses Reef lies offshore from Sri Lanka's southeast coast, marked by a lighthouse and known for specialist diving conditions.

Good to know

Wildlife sightings can never be guaranteed. We work with licensed, responsible guides and operators, and check park access rules and seasonal closures before every trip.

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