Trinco snorkeling and dolphin tour

Located at Alles garden in Uppuveli, Trinco Snorkeling and Dolphin Tour serves as a dedicated hub for ocean exploration in Trincomalee. The centre specialises in marine life encounters, particularly focusing on the region's famous dolphin and blue whale populations.

Whether you are looking for a shallow snorkeling trip or an exploration of local reefs, the centre provides a structured approach to seeing the area's diverse marine biology. Their operations are centred around the vibrant waters of the Trincomalee coast, offering access to both reef flats and rocky formations.

The centre is managed by Mr. Sanjeevan and a team of experts dedicated to ocean adventures. They maintain a high standard of safety, with a recorded 96% success rate across their various excursions.

Instruction and guiding are conducted in English. The team is experienced in managing diverse activities, ranging from basic snorkeling for beginners to more involved reef and wreck exploration.

The centre offers a range of activities, from introductory snorkeling sessions for beginners to more advanced reef exploration. While the primary focus is on guided excursions and marine life encounters, they facilitate various levels of underwater exploration.

The centre provides professional-grade kit for your excursions, ensuring reliability while you are in the water. This includes high-quality rental options for fins, masks, and wetsuits.

For those looking to extend their time underwater, the centre offers full kit hire, including regulators and BCDs.

The waters around Trincomalee are home to significant pelagic species, including blue whales and various dolphin species, such as spinner dolphins. You can also encounter sea turtles and large rays.

On the reefs, you will find a variety of tropical fish including parrotfish, angelfish (Pomacanthidae), and snappers (Lutjanidae). Other common residents include moorish idols (Zanclus cornutus), lionfish (Pterois volitans), and various reef fish.

For those interested in macro life and smaller creatures, look for nudibranchs (Chromodoris willani), octopus (Octopoda), and moray eels (Muraenidae). You may also spot anemones (Actiniaria) and various small creatures tucked within the coral structures.

The best time for exploring the local reefs and seeing marine life is generally between April and October, depending on the specific site. Some locations, like Red Rock, are best visited between May and September.

Conditions at sites like Angel Rock and Swami Rock are noted for being calm, making them suitable for intermediate divers.