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Pigeon Rock

Pigeon Rock

Trincomalee, Sri Lanka

Depth
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10m

Visibility
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10m - 30m

Entry
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Boat

Experience Level

Beginner


About Pigeon Rock

This dive is easily accessible from Nilavali Beach. Here you will find a beautiful surfacing rock formation with large amounts of inhabiting pigeons, hance the name Pigeon Island. Water drops to no deeper than 10 meters, making this easy dive suitable for all level divers. Great bottom topography and abundant marine and coral life.

Pigeon Rock Dive Info

Terrain & Features

Other, Rock

Entry Type

Boat

Max Depth

10m

Visibility Range

10m 30m

Experience Level

Beginner

Best Gas

21%

O2
Marine Life

  • Groupers
  • Nudibranchs
  • Anemone Fish
  • Snappers
  • Banner Fish
  • Butterfly Fish
  • Eels
  • Rays
  • Various
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