Route
BIA → Mirissa → Hikkaduwa → Trincomalee → BIA
Highlights
- Mirissa Blue Whale Watching
- Hikkaduwa Sea Turtle Reef
- Trincomalee Whale Watching (Jun–Sep)
- Pigeon Island Coral Snorkelling
- Turtle Hatchery Release
Day by day
Timings are flexible. We shape each day around your pace.
Day 1BIA to Mirissa
- Drive to Mirissa (180 km)
- Parrot Rock sunset · beachside arrival
Day 2Blue Whale Watching
- Mirissa whale watching boat — Blue & Sperm whales
- Afternoon Hikkaduwa coral snorkelling with sea turtles
- Sea Turtle Hatchery — baby turtle release (evening, seasonal)
Day 3Trincomalee
- Drive up to Trinco (Jun–Sep whale watching)
- Nilaveli Beach afternoon · Koneswaram clifftop temple
Day 4Pigeon Island & Return
- Pigeon Island National Marine Park snorkelling — best coral in Sri Lanka
- Drive back to BIA (260 km)
IncludedPrivate driver · fuel · tolls · parking
Not includedHotels · meals · boat trips · entrance fees
🏨 Suggested stays: Mirissa · Hikkaduwa · Trincomalee/Nilaveli
Choosing a vehicleThink about your head count and how much luggage you carry. Sedan suits small groups with light bags. Mini van and KDH van give more room for people and baggage. Not sure? We'll help you pick.
Good to know
- This is an estimate. We give the exact price after we talk it through.
- The price covers city-to-city travel only. Short side trips and nearby spots are not included, but you can add them. Just ask.
- Hotels are not included. Book your own, or we can find and book them for you.
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