Wildlifeof Sri Lanka
Wildlife in Trincomalee & Pigeon Island
Eastern Province
A deep natural harbour on the east coast. When the south coast is rough (roughly March–August), boat trips from here look for blue and sperm whales, and Pigeon Island National Park just offshore protects coral reef with reef sharks and turtles.
Highlights
- East-coast whale season (roughly March–August)
- Snorkelling at Pigeon Island
- Reef sharks and turtles
Top wildlife targets
Trip reports from here
Sub-locations
Quick answers
- What wildlife can you see in Trincomalee & Pigeon Island?
- Top wildlife targets in Trincomalee & Pigeon Island include Blue Whale, Sperm Whale, Spinner Dolphin, Green Sea Turtle and Hawksbill Sea Turtle. Highlights: East-coast whale season (roughly March–August).
- Where is Trincomalee & Pigeon Island?
- Trincomalee & Pigeon Island is in Eastern Province, Sri Lanka (about 8.65°, 81.22°).
- What are the highlights of Trincomalee & Pigeon Island?
- East-coast whale season (roughly March–August), Snorkelling at Pigeon Island and Reef sharks and turtles.
- Are there trip reports for Trincomalee & Pigeon Island?
- Yes: Sri Lanka in April 2025: fishing cat, leopard and sloth bear on a family trip.