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Trincomalee: Pristine beaches and blue whale waters
Natural harbour, pristine beaches, and Hindu temples on dramatic cliff tops. Blue whale watching from March to August.
What to see and do
- Nilaveli Beach
- Pigeon Island snorkelling
- Koneswaram Temple
- Blue whale watching (Mar–Aug)
- Hot springs at Kanniya
Tips from locals
- Best season is May to September
- Pigeon Island best visited early morning
- Book whale watching the day before
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