08°43′12″N · 81°12′05″E — Trincomalee, Sri Lanka

Snorkel the reef.
Watch the whales.
Chase the wild.

Pigeon Island tickets, whale watching cruises, national park safaris and Trincomalee's best coastal experiences — booked directly with a local team who knows this coastline by heart.

Ship's LogSince 2022
24 tour experiences on offer
6 national parks covered
7 hrs — longest whale cruise
2 islands: Pigeon & Coral
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4+Seasons on the water
24Bookable experiences
4.9★Average guest rating
100%Local Trinco guides
The Catalogue

Every way to experience the coast

From Pigeon Island's reef to Yala's leopards — browse by category and book straight through to the tour page. No middlemen, no markup.

Why Book Direct

Run by people who grew up on this water

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Local, not resold

Every tour is operated or personally vetted by our Nilaveli-based team — no third-party resellers, no inflated prices.

02

Reef-safe by default

Small groups, mineral sunscreen guidance and no-touch briefings keep Pigeon Island's coral healthy for the next visitor.

03

Book in a message

WhatsApp, call or email — a real person confirms your slot, weather window and pickup within the hour.

04

One coast, every angle

Reef, open ocean and jungle — we're the only operator here running all three from a single desk.

Chart Your Trip

The Trincomalee coastline, pinned

Hover a marker to see what's there — from the reef at Pigeon Island to the open water where whales surface off Trinco Bay.

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Guest Log

What travelers say after a day with us

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"The reef at Pigeon Island was better than anywhere else we snorkeled in Sri Lanka. Our guide knew exactly where the turtles were."

— Traveler, United Kingdom
★★★★★

"Saw a blue whale surface twice on the 7-hour cruise. Small boat, no crowds, and the crew was genuinely excited every time."

— Traveler, Germany
★★★★★

"Booked the Yala safari and the cooking class in one WhatsApp message. Easiest planning of our whole trip."

— Traveler, Australia
Before You Book

Frequently asked questions

Do I need to pay online to confirm a booking?+
No — send us your dates on WhatsApp or the form below and we'll confirm availability first. Most tours can be paid on the day, in cash or card.
What's the best season for whale watching?+
Trincomalee's blue whale season generally runs roughly May to October, while Mirissa on the south coast runs November to April — we can advise based on your travel dates.
Are Pigeon Island entrance tickets included in the snorkeling tours?+
Entrance tickets are booked separately (see the Pigeon Island Entrance Tickets tour) unless you choose the VVIP private snorkeling package, which bundles everything.
Can you arrange pickup from my hotel?+
Yes — most Nilaveli and Trincomalee area hotels are included in pickup for our boat tours and safaris. Arrival transport from the airport can also be arranged separately.
What happens if the weather turns bad?+
Guest safety comes first. If sea conditions aren't safe, we'll reschedule your boat trip or safari at no extra cost, or offer an alternative land-based experience.
Do you cater to families with children?+
Absolutely — snorkeling tours, safaris and the cooking class are all family-friendly, and we can suggest gentler options for younger children.
Plan Your Trip

Tell us what you'd like to see

One message covers it all — Pigeon Island, whale watching, safaris or a custom itinerary across Trincomalee.

Get in touch

+94 71 322 7050
+94 77 297 3882
pigeonislandtours.info@gmail.com
Nilaveli, Trincomalee, Sri Lanka