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Sandu
March 13, 2018
Despite what the name suggests, Pigeon Island isn’t about birds. This small island off the coast of Nilaveli Beach is actually one of Sri Lanka’s national parks. Pigeon Island National Park Named after the “Rock Pigeon” species which has colonized the island, Pigeon Island was designated as a sanctuary in 1963, and was formerly used as a shooting range during the colonial era. The island is home to Blacktip Reef Shark as well as Hawksbill, Green, and Olive Ridley turtles. Over 100 species of coral and 300 species of reef fish have been identified here. The island has become famous for its marine life that includes a large number of turtles and black tip reef sharks. This along with a beautiful coral reef make it one of the best things to do in Nilaveli Beach. As you can probably guess, snorkeling is the most popular activity on the island as well as just soaking up that island life on the beautiful beaches. Aside from snorkeling and just enjoying your best life, the island is also a great dive location and there are dive tours from Nilaveli and Trincomalee. Getting to the island is easy by water taxi and they all leave from Nilaveli Beach. The water taxi to the island costs 2,000 rupees for up to six people. On top of that, you must pay the national park entrance fee which is around 4,000 rupees per person.
Despite what the name suggests, Pigeon Island isn’t about birds. This small island off the coast of Nilaveli Beach is actually one of Sri Lanka’s national parks. Pigeon Island National Park Named after the “Rock Pigeon” species which has colonized the island, Pigeon Island was designated as a sanct…
Arumbugal Foundation
June 10, 2014
Nature and quite place
Nivasa Sri Lanka
October 29, 2019
The island's name derives from the rock pigeon which has colonized it. Snorkel at Pigeon Island
Rameshkanna
November 11, 2017
Natured with clear beach, sea shells could be found. Nice boat ride and enjoyble sea bath with lots of fun.
Ondrej
June 19, 2017
NP Pigeon Islands are just 20 min. by boat from resort 108 Palms Beach, you can order daily excursion directly in 108 Pa lms. Pigeon is excelent place for snorkeling and beach relaxing...
Sijainti
Pigeon Island Nature Trail