Trincomalee dive-center page with Pigeon Island and Pigeon Rock dive listings.
Pigeon Rocks shallow coral reef
Boat transfer and park entry are part of the logistics.
Shallow coral reef inside Pigeon Island Marine National Park with coral gardens, schools of fish, and plenty of macro life. Pigeon Rocks suits beginner divers and snorkelers who want an easy reef day with turtles, morays, and small reef species.
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
0m - 12m
Depth Note
Shallow coral reef inside the marine park, with a maximum depth of about 12 m.
Best Season
March to October is the main visiting window.
Typical Conditions
Shallow coral gardens, clear water, and frequent sightings of turtles and reef fish; best for easy scuba or snorkel days.
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Site Conditions
Safety Notes
Stay on the shallow reef, keep buoyancy soft, and respect the park ticket and boundary rules. It is a beginner site, but coral edges still need care.
Access Restrictions
Boat from Nilaveli Beach, with a park entrance ticket required before diving.
Legal Notes
Inside Pigeon Island Marine National Park; park entrance ticket and daily visiting hours apply.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Shallow coral gardens and reef fish make it a good beginner-friendly dive and macro spot.
Freediving
Not a freedive-first site, but the shallow reef can suit competent freedivers on calm days.
Snorkeling
This is one of the better snorkel options in the area, with shallow coral and frequent turtle and shark sightings.
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Planning answers for access, conditions, timing, and site logistics.
Last Updated
Research Sources
Trincomalee dive-center page with Pigeon Island and Pigeon Rock dive listings.
Local dive-center page for Pigeon Island diving and beginner-friendly marine park access.
Secondary tourism source for park popularity and coral reef emphasis.
Official tourism page covering coral coverage, marine life, park access, hours, and boat logistics.
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