East Coast Explorer — Trincomalee & Arugam Bay 7-Day
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About
Sri Lanka's lesser-known east coast — crystal clear Pigeon Island, whale sharks at Trincomalee, world-class surf at Arugam Bay, and sea turtles on empty beaches. Best from May to September when the east coast shines.
Duration: 7 days / 6 nights
Ages: 3–99
Transport: Private air-conditioned vehicle
Guide language: English, German, French, Italian, Spanish
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Ticket type: Mobile ticket accepted
Highlights
- Pigeon Island — Sri Lanka's premier snorkelling & diving spot
- Whale sharks at Trincomalee (May–Sept)
- Arugam Bay — world's 6th best surf beach
- Kumana Bird Sanctuary — flamingos & storks
- Pasikuda — Sri Lanka's most stunning shallow lagoon
- Sea turtle nesting beaches
What's included ▾
- Private A/C car with chauffeur-guide
- 6 nights beach hotel accommodation
- Daily breakfast
- Snorkelling equipment
- Airport transfers
- Bottled water
What's not included ▾
- Surfboard hire (+Get a Free Quote/day)
- Scuba diving (+Get a Free Quote/dive)
- Lunches & dinners
- Gratuities
Meeting & pickup ▾
- Driver meets you at Bandaranaike International Airport arrivals with name board
- Hotel pickups available from Colombo or Negombo
- Drop-off at Colombo airport on departure day
- Driver's WhatsApp shared 48 hours before arrival
Cancellation policy ▾
- Full refund if cancelled up to 24 hours before start
- Free reschedule up to 48 hours before
- No refund for cancellation within 24 hours
Additional information ▾
- Confirmation sent within 24 hours of booking
- This is a private tour — no other travellers join your vehicle
- Itinerary can be customised around your interests
- Dress modestly when visiting temples (sarongs provided)
- Sri Lanka e-visa required — apply at eta.gov.lk (Get a Free Quote)
📋 Private tour — itinerary fully flexible. Below is our recommended plan. Contact us to customise.
1
Colombo → Trincomalee
Airport pickup · Drive to Trincomalee (5 hrs)
- Airport pickup
- Drive to Trincomalee (5 hrs)
- Trincomalee harbour views
- Hotel check-in
Dinner on own
2–3
Pigeon Island & Whale Sharks
Pigeon Island snorkelling (reef sharks & turtles) · Whale shark watching (seasonal)
- Pigeon Island snorkelling (reef sharks & turtles)
- Whale shark watching (seasonal)
- Koneshwaram Temple clifftop
- Trincomalee harbour boat ride
Breakfast included
4
Pasikuda Lagoon
Pasikuda crystal lagoon swimming · Beach cycling
- Pasikuda crystal lagoon swimming
- Beach cycling
- Kalkudah empty beach
- Sunset seafood dinner
Breakfast included
5–6
Arugam Bay Surf
Arugam Bay surf lessons or watching · Crocodile Rock viewpoint
- Arugam Bay surf lessons or watching
- Crocodile Rock viewpoint
- Kumana Bird Sanctuary flamingos
- Panama beach sunset
Breakfast included
7
Arugam Bay → Airport
Morning surf session · Airport transfer (4 hrs)
- Morning surf session
- Airport transfer (4 hrs)
- Farewell
Breakfast included
Tour details & pricing
Vehicle options
- 1–3 passengers: Toyota Prius / Premio (A/C sedan)
- 4–6 passengers: Toyota KDH van (A/C minivan)
- 7–12 passengers: Rosa Coaster (A/C minibus)
- Luxury upgrade: Mercedes / BMW (+Get a Free Quote/day)
Hotel upgrade options
- 3-star standard: Included in base price
- 4-star upgrade: +Get a Free Quote–300 depending on duration
- 5-star luxury: +Get a Free Quote–700 depending on duration
Group size pricing
| Group size | Vehicle | Price/person |
|---|---|---|
| 1 person | Sedan | Get a Free Quote + 20% |
| 2 people | Sedan | Get a Free Quote |
| 3–4 people | Minivan | Get a Free Quote - 15% |
| 5+ people | Minivan/bus | Get a Free Quote - 25% |
4.9
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91 reviews
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James & Sarah M.
🇬🇧 United Kingdom
March 2025
★★★★★
"Absolutely unforgettable"
Our driver-guide was exceptional from start to finish. Sri Lanka exceeded every expectation — the landscapes, the people, the food. Velona Travels handled every detail perfectly. Cannot recommend enough!
Klaus & Marie H.
🇩🇪 Germany
February 2025
★★★★★
"Perfekte Organisation"
Alles war perfekt organisiert. Unser Fahrer sprach hervorragendes Englisch und war unglaublich hilfreich. Sri Lanka ist ein wunderschönes Land — wir kommen definitiv wieder!
Raj & Priya P.
🇦🇺 Australia
January 2025
★★★★★
"Sri Lanka will change your life"
We've travelled to 35 countries and Sri Lanka is genuinely in our top 3. Everything Velona Travels arranged was perfect. Our guide's knowledge and warmth made it truly special. Already planning to return!
