Fun diving in Nilaveli & Trincomalee
Fun diving in Nilaveli and Trincomalee, Sri Lanka with Divers Land
We can offer a fantastic range of fun dives for certified divers. Our diving centre is well equipped with modern, high quality dive gear and staffed by well-trained professionals. All our dives are boat dives, and we offer daily dive trips to some of the most beautiful sites Nilaveli and Trincomalee have to offer.
The dives take place in small groups. Before every dive you will be given a detailed briefing on the site and what you can expect to see, and then it’s off on the boat. Once we are at the site our experienced dive guides will show you the most interesting spots and animals on the reefs and wrecks, and always ensure safe dives.
There are 16 or more superb dive sites all just a few minutes boat ride from the dive centre. Reefs, wrecks and pinnacles – all different, and all fantastic.
Two of our dive favourite sites are:
Small Grouper Rock is a rocky terrain at 15m, fully covered with beautiful and colourful hard and soft coral. Expect to see Pixy Hawkerfish, crabs and many many other fish. The abundance of colour and reef life has been likened to Great Barrier Reef.
The Bus Station is exactly that – a collection of the shells of old buses sunk at 20m by the Sri Lankan Navy, that are now becoming artificial reefs. You will find morays, stingrays and many more fish besides – and you can safely swim inside the buses (one of them even still has a steering wheel so you can be an underwater bus driver!).
Prices - Nilaveli & Trincomalee
| SCUBA DIVING FOR CERTIFIED DIVERS | |
|---|---|
| SINGLE BOAT DIVE | €50 |
| 2 BOAT DIVES | €80 |
| 4 BOAT DIVES | €150 |
| 6 BOAT DIVES | €200 |
| 10 BOAT DIVES | €330 |
| NIGHT DIVE | €70 |
| * All Prices Include BOAT + TANK + WEIGHT BELT + FULL EQUIPMENT + PADI PROFESSIONAL BRING YOUR OWN EQUIPMENT AND GET 10% DISCOUNT |
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| EQUIPMENT RENTAL | |
|---|---|
| Snorkel Set | €15 |
| Dive Computer | €10 |
| Underwater Camera | €25 |
Scuba Diving Packages in Nilaveli
Small-group diving holidays, PADI courses & accommodation packages on Sri Lanka's east coastFeatured Diving Packages in Nilaveli
Diving and accommodation - all in one booking
Every package includes accommodation and breakfast. Our complete PADI certification packages also include three nights’ accommodation and lunch.
Complete PADI Dive & Stay packages from €85 - no separate hotel booking required.
Discover Scuba Diving
PADI Discover Scuba Course
+ 1 Nights Accommodation
€85
- Instruction and training
- Open water dive
- Underwater photographs
- Individual or small groups
- 1 nights accommodation
- 400m from the beach
- Breakfast included
Learn, qualify and stay in Nilaveli
PADI Open Water Course
+ 3 Nights Accommodation
€370
- OW Course and PADI certification
- Small groups
- 3 nights accommodation
- 400m from the beach
- Breakfast & lunch included
Already certified?
PADI Advanced Open Water Course
+ 3 Nights Accommodation
€350
- AOW Course and PADI certification
- Small groups
- 3 nights accommodation
- 400m from the beach
- Breakfast & lunch included
Looking for an easy way to dive in Nilaveli?
Our Dive & Stay packages combine everything you need into one simple price - diving and accommodation, with breakfast and lunch included. No organising, no unexpected extras.
Just book, arrive, and we take care of the rest.
Better value than booking separately.
Dive & Stay Packages
Off-peak season prices (April - mid June, mid Sept - Oct)
Off-peak season offers the best overall value, with quieter conditions and lower rates.
Solo Diver
Off-peak season
| Days | Price | Save on dives |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | €80 | - |
| 2 | €150 | €10 |
| 3 | €200 | €40 |
| 4 | €260 | €60 |
| 5 | €330 | €70 |
| Accommodation included | ||
- 2 dives per day
- Full equipment included
- Ensuite room with single bed
- Breakfast and lunch included
2 Divers Sharing
Off-peak season
| Days | Price | Save on dives |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | €160 | - |
| 2 | €280 | €40 |
| 3 | €380 | €100 |
| 4 | €480 | €160 |
| 5 | €580 | €220 |
| Accommodation included | ||
- 2 dives each per day
- Full equipment included
- Ensuite room with double bed
- Breakfast and lunch included
1 Diver, 1 Non-Diver
Off-peak Season
| Days | Price | Save on dives |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | €95 | - |
| 2 | €165 | €10 |
| 3 | €215 | €40 |
| 4 | €275 | €60 |
| 5 | €345 | €70 |
| Accommodation included | ||
- 2 dives per day for 1 diver
- Full equipment included
- Ensuite room with double bed
- Breakfast and lunch included
Peak season prices (mid June - early Sept)
Best weather, reliable conditions with a vibrant atmosphere and more going on in the area.
Solo Diver
Peak season
| Days | Price | Save on dives |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | €100 | - |
| 2 | €170 | €10 |
| 3 | €220 | €40 |
| 4 | €280 | €60 |
| 5 | €350 | €70 |
| Accommodation included | ||
- 2 dives per day
- Full equipment included
- Ensuite room with single bed
- Breakfast and lunch included
2 Divers Sharing
Peak season
| Days | Price | Save on dives |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | €180 | - |
| 2 | €300 | €40 |
| 3 | €400 | €100 |
| 4 | €500 | €160 |
| 5 | €600 | €220 |
| Accommodation included | ||
- 2 dives each per day
- Full equipment included
- Ensuite room with double bed
- Breakfast and lunch included
1 Diver, 1 Non-Diver
Peak season
| Days | Price | Save on dives |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | €115 | - |
| 2 | €185 | €10 |
| 3 | €215 | €40 |
| 4 | €275 | €60 |
| 5 | €345 | €70 |
| Accommodation included | ||
- 2 dives per day for 1 diver
- Full equipment included
- Ensuite room with double bed
- Breakfast and lunch included
What’s included
• 2 guided boat dives per day
• Full equipment
• Accommodation (private ensuite room)
• Breakfast and lunch
• Small groups and personal service
Everything you need for a relaxed diving trip.
Meals included
• Breakfast before diving
• Lunch between dives or after
Simple, fresh meals provided every day - all included in your package.
Diving in Nilaveli
We dive the reefs around Pigeon Island and the surrounding coastline, with clear water, healthy coral, reef sharks, turtles, and abundant marine life.
Scuba diving is not permitted inside Pigeon Island National Park itself - we dive the nearby reef systems outside the protected area.
• Short boat rides (10-20 minutes)
• Warm water (27-30°C)
• Suitable for beginners and certified divers
Your stay
Comfortable rooms at Divers Land Hostel, just minutes from the beach and dive centre.
• Private ensuite rooms
• Early breakfast for dive days
• Relaxed, friendly atmosphere
• Space for gear and drying
Simple, clean, and set up for divers.
Why dive with us
• Small groups - no crowded boats
• Flexible and personal service
• All-in pricing - no surprises
• Ideal for couples and solo travellers
We keep things simple and focused on good diving.
When to visit
Off-Peak Season
1 April - 15 June & 11 September - 31 October
Best visibility, quieter conditions, and excellent overall value
Peak Season
16 June - 10 September
Best weather, reliable conditions with a vibrant atmosphere and more going on in the area
How it works
1. Message us on WhatsApp with your dates.
2. We confirm availability and package
3. Secure your booking with a small deposit.
4. Arrive, relax, and dive.
Quick, simple, and reliable.
Small groups and limited spaces - we recommend booking in advance, especially during peak season.
Ready to dive in Nilaveli?
Message us on WhatsApp and we’ll get you booked in.
Fast replies. No hassle.