{"id":734,"date":"2022-11-21T14:45:26","date_gmt":"2022-11-21T09:15:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.experientialjourneys.com.au\/sri-lanka\/?post_type=destination&p=734"},"modified":"2023-03-03T23:03:33","modified_gmt":"2023-03-03T17:33:33","slug":"trincomalee","status":"publish","type":"destination","link":"https:\/\/www.experientialjourneys.com.au\/sri-lanka\/destination\/trincomalee\/","title":{"rendered":"Trincomalee"},"content":{"rendered":"
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<\/i> Trincomalee<\/h6>\r\n

Calm Seas and Soft Beaches<\/strong><\/h1>\r\n
Thriving marine life, crystal clear shallow waters, delicious food, a laid back atmosphere and endless beaches – Trincomalee has it all!<\/span><\/h5>\r\n

Located on the North-East Coast of the island, Trincomalee is a destination full of history and fantastic locations for perfect holidays. It is well known for its snorkelling and scuba diving spots, many ancient religious and historical sites, as well as dolphin and whale watching tours.<\/span><\/p>\r\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row padding_top=”0″ padding_bottom=”100″ class=”image-conetent-block”][vc_column][vc_row_inner el_class=”right-image”][vc_column_inner width=”1\/2″][vc_column_text]\r\n

Blessed with an abundance of marine life<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n
One of the best places to snorkel is Pigeon Island National Park, located just off Nilaveli Beach in Trincomalee.<\/span><\/h5>\r\nDue to its deep, large and safe harbour, which is accessible to all craft in all types of weather, Trincomalee has been coveted by colonists and mediaeval kings alike. Thus, its history spans over 2,500 years and the region is full of significant ruins and temples. It is a popular destination for holidaymakers due to its calm shallow waters and quiet beaches.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/2″][vc_single_image image=”12782″ img_size=”full”][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row row_meta_color=”false” padding_top=”100″ padding_bottom=”0″][vc_column][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1675163418931{margin-bottom: 50px !important;padding-right: 10% !important;padding-left: 10% !important;}”]\r\n

Things to Explore<\/h2>\r\n

Sri Lanka has a plethora of amazing destinations, and you have the freedom to pick the ones you want during your tour.<\/h5>\r\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row row_type=”row_fullwidth_content” row_meta_color=”false” padding_top=”0″ padding_bottom=”100″][vc_column]
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Koneswaram Temple<\/h3>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

The origin of this temple is attributed to Ravana, a mythical king of Sri Lanka. It is part of 5 significant temples located on the coastlines around the country dedicated to the worship of Lord Shiva. The temple is located on a rocky outcrop with stunning views of the ocean.<\/p>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>

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Fort Frederick<\/h3>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

The original Koneswaram Temple was destroyed by the Portuguese and the debris was used to build a small fort in the 17th century BCE. This fort was eventually remodelled by the Dutch as Fort Fredrick during their colonisation. It contains many historical highlights and is a must-visit location in Trincomalee.<\/p>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>

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Uppuveli Beach<\/h3>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

Situated 10 minutes out of Trincomalee town, Uppuveli beach has the best elements of a beach getaway - great beaches, crystal clear waters, plenty of places to get fresh seafood dishes and loads of watersports too! It\u2019s also great for sunbathing, long walks and cosy little picnics.<\/p>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>

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Kanniya hot water springs<\/h3>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

Legends say that the 7 hot water springs were created by the mythical King Ravana, when he plunged his sword into the ground to perform his mother\u2019s last rites. Today the springs are contained within square shaped wells, and visitors who bathe there swear by the water\u2019s healing properties.<\/p>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>

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Pigeon Island National Park<\/h3>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

Named after the huge flocks of pigeons that used to roost there, Pigeon Island gained popularity in the modern age due to the excellent coral beds and colourful marine life found there. It\u2019s a fantastic place to encounter a variety of reef fish, sea turtles and Blacktip Reef Sharks.<\/p>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div><\/div> \r\n\t\t\t\t

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Visit here in this tours<\/h2>\r\n

Indulge in a great mix of experiences, adventures and relaxing downtimes created especially for you.<\/h5>\r\n[\/vc_column_text]
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21 days \/ 20 nights<\/h6>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

21 Days – Sri Lanka in Depth<\/a><\/h3>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

With this amazing holiday experience in Sri Lanka, you will discover the island fully; North to South, explore at a relatively slow phase yet...<\/p><\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div> <\/div>

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14 days \/ 13 nights<\/h6>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

Tales of Sri Lanka ; Family Vacation<\/a><\/h3>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

We have handpicked a variety of hotels with family or interconnected rooms mostly with swimming pools. You will spend minimum time to get to...<\/p><\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div> <\/div><\/div> <\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row row_meta_color=”false” padding_top=”100″ padding_bottom=”100″][vc_column][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1675409635516{margin-bottom: 50px !important;padding-right: 10% !important;padding-left: 10% !important;}”]\r\n

Possible experience from here<\/h2>\r\n

Some of these experiences are already included in the tour you are looking at, either as a full length or time limited activity. You have the freedom to pick out the ones you want during your tour and the extent to how you want to experience it.<\/h5>\r\n[\/vc_column_text]
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Acrobatic Dolphins and Blue Whales<\/a><\/h3>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

Sail into the turquoise waters of Trincomalee, with the Captain of the Pearl and get a private audience with acrobatic dolphins and the largest...<\/p><\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

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Snorkel Amongst Fish, Turtles & Corals<\/a><\/h3>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

Wander the mysterious waters of the island\u2019s Marine National Park and encounter up to 200 species of tropical fish.<\/p><\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

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Hotels around this location<\/h2>\r\n

Whether it\u2019s a Rustic & Eco-friendly Homestay, a Mid-range Villa or a High-end Boutique Villa, every property that we recommend to you has been thoroughly checked by our team to ensure it meets the high standards we hold them to.<\/h5>\r\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row row_type=”row_fullwidth_content” padding_top=”0″ padding_bottom=”0″][vc_column]\r\n\t\t
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