divetrinco.com · Operator
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.
Scuba DivingBoatBeginner
Reef
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
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AccessSimple entry
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
Where Is Katana?
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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
Hazards, 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
Ideal as an easy reef and sand dive for training, buoyancy practice, and macro hunting.
Freedive
Not a freedive-first site; it is set up as a shallow scuba reef.
Snorkel
Calm days may work for surface exploration, but the site is mainly used as a scuba reef.
Katana Dive Conditions Planner
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Wildlife at Katana
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Recent Logged Visits At Katana
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Katana Guide - Frequently Asked Questions
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Katana Guide - Sources and Updates
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Research Sources
srilanka.travel · Tourism
Official Sri Lanka tourism page confirming diving around Trincomalee and Nilaveli.
www.srilankadivecentres.com · Operator
Trincomalee dive-centre page describing the east-coast season and guided diving support.
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