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PIGEON ISLAND - NILAVELI - SRI LANKA

PIGEON ISLAND  - NILAVELI - SRI LANKA

Just a short boat ride from the golden shores of Nilaveli Beach lies one of Sri Lanka’s most stunning marine treasures — Pigeon Island National Park. Named after the flocks of blue rock pigeons that nest among its rocky cliffs, this tiny island is a paradise for snorkelers, divers, and nature lovers.

A Hidden Underwater World

Beneath the crystal-clear turquoise waters, you’ll find a vibrant coral reef teeming with marine life — from colorful parrotfish, angelfish, and butterflyfish to graceful sea turtles and harmless reef sharks. The shallow reef makes it one of the best snorkeling spots in Sri Lanka, even for beginners.

The Island Experience

The park actually consists of two small islands — the larger one fringed by coral reefs and the smaller one located a few hundred meters away. Visitors can walk around the rocky shores, relax on the white sandy beach, and enjoy panoramic views of the Indian Ocean.

A short boat trip from Nilaveli Beach (about 10–15 minutes) is all it takes to reach this natural wonder. The best time to visit is between April and October, when the sea is calm and visibility underwater is at its best.

Protected Natural Beauty

Declared a marine national park in 2003, Pigeon Island is one of only two such parks in Sri Lanka. It is home to over 100 species of coral and 300 species of reef fish. To protect this fragile ecosystem, visitors are encouraged to avoid touching the corals and to swim responsibly.

Perfect for Photography & Adventure

Whether you’re an underwater photography enthusiast, a beach lover, or someone looking for a peaceful escape, Pigeon Island offers a picture-perfect blend of adventure and tranquility. Its unique mix of wildlife, coral gardens, and calm waters makes it a must-visit destination for anyone exploring the East Coast of Sri Lanka.

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    "We are glad to meet Cyril. He is very kind and patient, very professional in his work. He have lot of knowledge about history of the places and the things that happened in Sri Lanka. He knows all the roads and places very well. Very friendly and stand on time. The tour he recommended us and places were excellent. He replied immediately for mails which we send. He was flexible when we asked him to stop in different places and to change our program. He speaks very good English and explanations..." Ruty Ben Haim from Isarel

    "We came for a wedding and then embarked on an amazing holiday. Cyril show us magnificent sights and scenery of Sri Lanka. To do the country just we need to return with more time. Many of the sites we visited just made us want to know more about them, even though Cyril was a fountain of knowledge. We have thoroughly enjoyed spending time with Cyril and his excellent company, and it was so nice to go home a guardian angel looking after us. He is consistently courteous & good humored and now fe..." Andy Powell UK

    "Traveled in April 2013 with Cyril . Family with three young children. Cyril match the trip plan problem on his part. Familiar with every corner of this beautiful island and we have managed to produce a great 17 days. Prices respect as well - we tested three competing proposals and was the cheapest. The fact that he was working independently and not through an agency that collects coupon trips generally significantly reduces the price of the package. A modern and spacious vehicle (van with seven ..." Maozd

    "Thank you Cyril for making our Christmas holiday fun so smoothly and easy. We loved Sri Lanka and look forward to retuning again. Cyril, your knowledge and service was outstanding and it was so refreshing to have such a very highlevel of service. We will be sure to recomond your service and travel agency to our friends. Please feel free to use us as a reference, you can use my email or phone number to clients." Bruce Larson & family from USA

    "Dear Cyril, Here are some photos for you as we promised, and also little gift to you. Here is some photos of elephant boy which we were took on elephant ride. Please give to them when you go to Habarana again. We are very grateful to you for your services that you have done to make our holiday in this beautiful country. Still we are thinking over our nice trip with you. It was fantastic, really! Here in Holland, life is normal again. Greeting for your wife and daughter too. George and Cala ..." George and Cala

    "Excellent tour guide Cyril is a great tour guide and is very knowledgeable. He made our entire trip super comfortable. His vehicles are clean and well maintained. He is also very flexible if changes are needed. Definitely recommend!" Berenice Coelho

    "Cyril was our driver and guide for the last nine days. We had the comfortable white Toyota van shown in the pic - it was just as clean and shiny, and not a scratch on it. He is clearly a very skilled driver. He is particularly knowledgeable about the history of the many places we visited. We were pleased we had Cyril as our driver. He had been recommended to us by an acquaintance. Andrew Speirs Melbourne, Australia Travel period 04 Jan - 12 Jan 2018" Mr. Andrew an Mrs. Suzy Speirs from Australia

    "CyrilWe are now back at home after the lovely time with you in Sri Lanka, andvisiting Hong Kong.Thank you for driving for us while we were in Sri Lanka.In particular, we appreciated  - your smooth, calm and efficient driving through varied traffic conditions  - your calmness when things did not go quite as expected  - your being available at all times of day - I'm remembering our late  arrival at the airport, and our late departure  - your information about all sorts of ..." Cliff Hooker and Jean from Australia

    "Dear Cyril, Yes that's the one that we were calling all the time. Her name is Celia and by now she has a little sister. My dear Cyril, of course we can't forget your companion and we are always telling about you when we are talking about our trip to Sri Lanka. I wish you good luck with your company and I hope that you will have whatever you want. I want to tell also that I was very happy when I learned that you are a grandfather now. Best regards, Chris Greece 26/07/2011" Cristos Pravitas - Greece

    "Thank you so much for your great service and making our honeymoon in Sri Lanka, so special and joyful. Best regards from Yuffa and Elad Abbo – Israel- 10 July 2008 " Yuffa and Elad Abbo - Israel

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