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Independent Trincomalee dive-centre page with eastern Sri Lanka diving season context.
Dive Spot Guide•
Katana
Beginner-friendly shallow reef and sand dive on Sri Lanka's east coast.
Local operator required
Local east-coast operators know the season window, the easiest entry plan, and how to keep the dive conservative for beginners.
Easy east-coast dive with sand patches, rock formations, and macro hunting; best for new divers or relaxed certified dives.
About Katana
Katana is a beginner-friendly shallow reef and sand dive on Sri Lanka's east coast, with rock formations, bright water, and a good chance of small-life hunting. It suits new or returning divers who want an easy underwater profile with rays on the sand and plenty of nooks for macro spotting.
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Research Estimate At Katana
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
AccessSimple entry
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
Where Is Katana?
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Community sourced coordinates.
Katana Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
Up to 5m
Depth Note
The page frames Katana as a shallow beginner reef with sandy bottom and rock formations, and lists a maximum depth of 5m.
Best Season
April to October.
Typical Conditions
Shallow eastern Sri Lanka reef conditions with sand, small rock formations, and calmer seasonal boat access.
Safety & Access At Katana
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Safety Notes
Keep buoyancy tight, avoid stirring sand, and stay close to the guide when you work the rock features for macro life.
Access Restrictions
Best handled with a local east-coast operator during the April-to-October season.
Legal Notes
Follow normal marine and boating rules.
Local Intel For Katana
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Ideal as an easy reef and sand dive for training, buoyancy practice, and macro hunting.
Freediving
Not a freedive-first site; it is set up as a shallow scuba reef.
Snorkeling
Calm days may work for surface exploration, but the site is mainly used as a scuba reef.
Wildlife at Katana
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Katana
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Katana
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
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