Authentic Treasures to Discover and Preserve

Looking for What to do in Trincomalee? We are in love with Sri Lanka and its people, our goal is to help you to explore this gem, while preserving it from mass tourism. In a perfect combination of Sri Lankan excellence and European class and style, you will enjoy beautiful unspoiled beaches, exotic nature and sublime culinary experiences.

Trincomalee Tropical Beach
Striped Dolphin
Nilaveli Exotic Beach
Pigeon Island Colorful Fish
Scenic coastline view in Trincomalee
Trincomalee Whale Watching
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Man holding fish fun fishing tour
Romantic dinner lagoon sunset
Lobsters in Lemon Butter

What to do in Trincomalee

Situated on the north-east coast of Sri Lanka, Trincomalee is a perfect spot for tropical beaches, spectacular wildlife, and a mesmerizing history of majestic temples and ancient cathedrals. We have selected our top outdoor activities and culinary delights to make your stay unique and memorable. For instance, couples looking for a perfect getaway can opt for an exclusive Romantic Dinner, cruising the calm water of the lagoon. When you book online with us, you can sit back and relax. We take care of all the rest, including transportation, snacks, and drinks.

TRINCO-TIVITIES: Top Activities in Trincomalee

Here are some of our top outdoor activities:

Pigeon Island Tour

Pigeon Island is one of Sri Lanka’s three marine national parks. Therefore, it’s a perfect spot for snorkeling and relaxing on beautiful white sand beaches. Pigeon Island is brimming with some of the country’s most breathtaking coral reefs. Plus, it is home to a stunning array of over 300 exotic marine species and colorful fish. Turtles and sharks often visit the island. Furthermore, this tour is also available as a private experience.

Pigeon island coral and fish
Pigeon Island Tour Details

Whale & Dolphin Watching Tour

This magical adventure takes you onto the deep blue waters off Trincomalee. These waters host incredible marine species, including whales and dolphins. Among the multitude of over 30 cetacean species, you might encounter Blue Whales, Sperm Whales, Bryde’s Whales, Spinner Dolphins, Striped Dolphins, or Bottlenose Dolphins. This tour is also available as a private experience.

Whale jumping near Trincomalee
Whale Watching Tour Details

Fun Fishing Tour

Fun Fishing in Trincomalee is an exciting outdoor activity! You can choose the tour that better fits your goal. The Fun Fishing Tour follows the “eat what you catch” philosophy by combining a fishing and culinary experience. It is recommended for amateurs, beginners, and families. Notably, the catch is guaranteed! You can typically go after Snappers, Trevallies, Crevalle Jacks, Mullets, Groupers, Mackerels, and many other fish.  The fish caught in each tour can be cooked by Chef Priyantha in our family-run restaurant. Alternatively, if you prefer, you can take it away with you.

Man holding fish fun fishing tour
Fun Fishing Tour Details

Romantic Dinner Experience

Surprise your partner and enjoy a magical evening under the stars! Cruise the calm water of the lagoon in a private boat. Here, you will enjoy a delicious dinner.

Romantic Dinner Held Hands
Romantic Dinner Details

BAR & RESTAURANT

Top culinary experiences in Trincomalee

My Kind Of Place

My Kind of Place is a charming family-run Bar&Restaurant, located in the north area of Trincomalee. In a relaxed and peaceful atmosphere, you will enjoy tasteful fusion dishes prepared personally by Chef Priyantha, or you can simply have a drink at the bar. Book in advance if you want to try the superb Royal Fish Menu, based on prawns, crabs, cuttlefish, catch of the day, all served with a secret home-made oriental sauce.

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Lobsters in Lemon Butter

WHY US

Serendipity

Serendipity

You will be impacted by the positive spirit of the local culture and its traditions

Quality service

Unique Experience

A perfect combination of Sri Lankan excellence and European class and style

Sustainability

Sustainability

We care about the environment and we are also proud to give back to the local community

Pigeon Island

“Pigeon Island is a must in Trincomalee. Booking with Trincovisit saved us time we spent on the island. Their comfortable boats leave from Nilaveli (in front of the Pigeon Island) and you don’t need to change  boat.  We saw two big turtles and snorkeled near a group of 5 harmless sharks”

Sarah Harrison

Whale & Dolphin Watching

“Amazing experience!!! We saw many whales and dolphins. Perfect organization and friendly atmosphere”

Laura B

My Kind of Place Bar & Restaurant – Amazing Experience

We had the most amazing Sri Lankan seafood including calamari, prawns, fish grilled over the open fire and the famous mud crab that is caught in the lagoon just a few steps away from the restaurant. Everyone was so kind and attentive, and Chef Pryantha really took the time to explain the different kind of foods to us and show how they are prepared. If you’re looking for a truly unique experience and a traditional sea food dinner in the midst of the rural countryside, you should give this a try! We would definitely come back anytime.

 

Tanja

My Kind of Place Bar & Restaurant – 6 star rating

Our guide took us to this place. It is a hidden gem! A bit remote but my good the fish is delicious! We took the royal fish menu with calamari, amazing prawns, crazy good crabs and grilled barracuda. The marinades, the flavors were all spot on! Price quality perfect & friendly chef! If I could, I would give a 6 star rating!

Luise B

A Culinary Journey through North-Eastern Sri Lanka: Where Tradition Meets Haute Cuisine

This is the kind of place that Anthony Bourdain would have featured in a show. It encapsulates perfectly what makes the North-Eastern Sri Lankan food culture interesting and unique. The set menu is truly regal and showcases the ocean’s generosity – prawns, calamari, crabs and grilled trevally are plentiful and delicious. The seasonings are consistently right (that random slice of cucumber or tomato on the side? Perfectly seasoned too). Last amazing feature: the place has a lovely traditional feel, but you’re greeted with all the attentions one can expect in a haute cuisine , high end restaurant. This is an experience I will remember. (PS: je suis français je dis pas ça à la légère !)

Francois T