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Best Diving & Snorkeling Spots in Sri Lanka
1. Hikkaduwa – Coral Reefs & Turtles 🐢
Best for: Coral reefs, colorful fish, and sea turtles.
Highlights: Hikkaduwa Coral Sanctuary, Goda Gala Diyamba (rock formations).
Best season: November to April.
2. Unawatuna – Shipwreck Diving & Reefs 🚢
Best for: Exploring shipwrecks and marine life.
Highlights: The “Rangoon” (British cargo shipwreck), Napoleon Reef.
Best season: November to April.
3. Trincomalee – Best for Whale Encounters 🐋
Best for: Snorkeling and diving with whales and dolphins.
Highlights: Pigeon Island National Park (coral reefs & reef sharks).
Best season: May to October.
4. Batticaloa – Deep Shipwreck Adventures ⚓
Best for: Advanced divers exploring deep wrecks.
Highlights: HMS Hermes (WWII aircraft carrier).
Best season: May to October.
5. Kalpitiya – Dolphin & Reef Diving 🐬
Best for: Snorkeling, dolphin watching, and coral reefs.
Highlights: Bar Reef Marine Sanctuary (Sri Lanka’s largest coral reef).
Best season: November to April.
Best Time for Diving in Sri Lanka
West & South Coast (Hikkaduwa, Unawatuna, Kalpitiya): November – April.
East Coast (Trincomalee, Batticaloa): May – October.
Why Dive in Sri Lanka?
✅ Diverse Marine Life (Turtles, sharks, rays, dolphins, and whales).
✅ Historical Shipwrecks (WWII wrecks & ancient trade ships).
✅ Warm Tropical Waters (No wetsuit needed!).
✅ Affordable Diving Courses & Tours (PADI-certified dive centers available).