Nilaveli Beach, Trincomalee

Only a few kilometers from Trincomalee, Nilaveli Beach, offers tourists a wide range of activities. Pigeon Island, just off the shore, is an excellent spot for snorkeling, while boat tours are another great way of exploring the waters of the Indian Ocean and spotting dolphins and whales. Nilaveli Beach is very clean, making it a great spot for sunbathing as well. From Nilaveli Beach, visitors can head to Fort Fredericks or even head into the city of Trincomalee.

Nilaveli Beach is also famous for the beach resort and the coastal town located near the shores of the beach. The nearby place which is very popular among tourists is Uppuveli. After the accident of the Tsunami in the Indian Ocean, tourist visit has reduced a bit. But the popularity of this remained the same among the people in Sri Lanka. Among all the places near Nilaveli Beach, Pigeon Island National Park is one of them that you ought to check out on your visit since it is just 1 km away from the Nilaveli beach area. A numerous number of coral reefs make the sight even more beautiful.

NILAVELI 275 KM (171 Miles) From Colombo

Nilaveli (Open-land of the moon-shine) is located north-west of the Island. It is one of the most beautiful beaches in Sri Lanka renowned for its soft white sand and breath-taking bays. Nilaveli is famous for recreational water sports such as scuba diving.

Nilaveli Beach

One of the finest beaches in Sri lanka, the pearly sands, the breath-taking coastline this is a tangible proof of serenity in our island. It is so unique that the feeling you experience when you see it, is unique itself. One can really connect with nature at this beach at an intense level. This is a place where most people come to take a break from the hectic lives and rejuvenate.

The beach is ideal to visit durin April and October. The Sun is at its most intense during this period so that you can work out on your tan. Watersports are also a huge feature in this beach, surfing and windsurfing are the major excursions undertaken here. This is a must in everyones itinerary when visiting Sri Lanka.

Water Sports

Water sports such as wind surfing and diving are very famous among tourists and even locals. Sun bathing is also a really great option if you want to work out on your tan. Snorkelling is also done along the small rocky islands just abit further away from the coast.