Things to do

Discover the Best Things to Do in Trincomalee

Nestled in the heart of the stunning coast of Kuchchaveli, Jungle Beach an Uga Experience is perfectly located for easy access to a plethora of significant historical sites, cultural hotspots, and wildlife sanctuaries around Trincomalee. Explore the sites of your choice with a wide range of excursions and guided tours – there are plenty of things to do in Trincomalee.

The Trinco City Tour explores the historic harbour city with visits to the Koneswaram Temple, Lover’s Leap, Fort Frederick, the war cemetery, and the hot spring wells of Kanniya. Exciting dolphin and whale-watching tours off the coast of Trincomalee are also available along with scuba diving and snorkelling during a day out on Pigeon Island.

Our thrilling cycling trails and nature walks along the untouched paths of this coastal haven allows you to mingle with the locals and immerse yourself in the local culture and tradition. Additionally, a combined tour of Thiriyaya and Arisamalai explores archaeological and cultural sites in the area.

We offer something for everyone; whether you’re a thrill-seeker or a history buff, our exclusive tour guides will cater to your desires, so you can explore this treasure trove of culture and natural splendour at your speed.

China Bay Golf Club

A unique and refreshing Sri Lankan golfing experience set in 171 acres of abundant greenery at the China Bay Golf Club, Trincomalee.

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Pigeon Island Marine National Park

Discover the splendour of this subaquatic paradise and underwater world with our diving and snorkelling excursions.

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Hot springs

Steeped in lore and myth, the hot springs of Kanniya are located just five miles north-west of Trincomalee and about half a mile off the Anuradhapura Road.

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Whale and Dolphin Watching

Whale and dolphin watching in Sri Lanka is one of the island’s biggest seasonal attractions.

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Lover’s Leap

The story of Lover’s Leap Trincomalee is a sorrowful tale of unrequited love. A true story attested by an inscription on a pillar on Swami Rock, it follows Francina van Reed, the daughter of a gentleman of rank in the civil service of Holland.

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Trinco City Tour – Historical

Coveted for centuries for its strategic importance as one of the world’s deepest natural harbours, Trincomalee was once heralded as the ‘Rome of the Pagans of the Orient’.

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Temple of a Thousand Pillars

400 feet above the sea, at the southern extremity of the peninsula that separates the inner from the outer Trincomalee harbour, lies a magnificent temple dedicated to Lord Shiva.

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Trinco City Tour – Spiritual

Delve into the mysticism and spirituality of the Hindu faith with the aid of a spiritual guide, who will help you explore its mystery and symbolism.

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Kokkilai Bird Sanctuary

Sri Lanka is widely considered to be a birder’s paradise. With numerous bird parks and nature reserves strewn across its vivid landscape, the island attracts flocks of bird enthusiasts from around the world.

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Thiriyai Temple

Perched atop a 212-foot rock, the ruins of the most ancient Buddhist Dagaba in Sri Lanka – the Girihandu Seya – offers you a stunning 360-degree view of the surrounding countryside.

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Velgam Vihara

The ruins of the little-known ancient monastery – Velgam Vihara – lay hidden in the dense jungle near the quaint Periyakulam Tank.

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Cookery

Much of Sri Lanka’s culture is steeped in its culinary identity, which is characterised by its bold infusion of coconut, its complex use of aromatic spices, and its penchant for the fiery.

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Fishing in the Sea

If the angler in you desires a deep-sea fishing expedition, you will not be able to find more bountiful waters than those off the coast of Trincomalee.

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Kite Making

Kite flying is a pastime that has endeared itself to Sri Lankans from all walks of life, and the traditions involved with crafting these works of art are fascinating.

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Sunset Mangrove Boat Ride

A quiet boat ride along a tranquil lagoon with its mangroves providing an ethereal canopy, allows travellers to experience the simple lives of the local fishermen.

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Nature Cycle Trail

Gain captivating insights into rural life on the eastern coast of Sri Lanka, along a gentle cycle path that leads to the scenic Maduwakulam Tank via the saltpan.

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