
๐ข Snorkeling, Diving & Turtle Watching โ Full Package | Ashi Travels
Explore Sri Lanka's Underwater Paradise!
About this tour
๐ฏ Coral Reefs, Shipwrecks & Gentle Sea Turtles Sri Lanka's coastline offers incredible marine life โ vibrant coral reefs, colorful reef fish, historic shipwrecks, and some of the best spots in Asia to swim alongside wild sea turtles. Choose the experience that suits you best. ๐ 1. Snorkeling Tour Best for: Beginners, families, easy reef exploration โ Boat or shore-based snorkeling (location-dependent) โ Snorkeling gear (mask, snorkel, fins) provided โ Life jacket โ Experienced local guide/boatman โ Popular spots: Hikkaduwa, Pigeon Island (Trincomalee), Polhena (Mirissa), Bar Reef (Kalpitiya) Duration: 1.5โ2.5 hrs Best season: NovโApr (West/South coast) | MayโOct (East coast โ Trincomalee/Pigeon Island) ๐คฟ 2. Scuba Diving Best for: Certified divers & beginners (Discover Scuba options available) โ PADI-certified dive instructor/dive master โ Full scuba gear (BCD, regulator, tank, wetsuit, mask, fins) โ Boat transfer to dive site โ Options: Introductory "Discover Scuba Diving" (no certification needed) or Certified Diver dives โ Popular spots: Hikkaduwa reefs, Unawatuna, shipwrecks off Trincomalee/Batticaloa, Pigeon Island reef โ [Optional] PADI certification courses (Open Water, Advanced) โ multi-day Duration: Half-day (2 dives typical for certified divers) Best season: NovโApr (West/South) | MayโSep (East coast) ๐ข 3. Turtle Watching Best for: Wildlife lovers, families, guaranteed sea turtle sightings โ Boat trip or guided snorkel/swim with wild sea turtles โ Popular spots: Kosgoda, Hikkaduwa, Rekawa (nesting beach), Kirinda, Mirissa โ Snorkeling gear provided โ Experienced boatman/guide โ [Optional] Turtle hatchery visit (Kosgoda/Bentota) โ conservation center, see hatchlings โ [Optional] Rekawa Beach night visit โ witness turtle nesting/egg-laying (seasonal, evening tour) Duration: 1โ2 hrs (boat/snorkel) | 2โ3 hrs (Rekawa night nesting tour) Best season: Year-round for boat sightings; nesting season varies by species (peak AprโJul in many areas) ๐ All Packages Include: โ AC vehicle transfer, English-speaking driver โ Hotel pickup & drop-off โ Snorkeling/diving equipment (as applicable) โ Local guide/boatman/instructor โ Bottled water โ Not Included: PADI certification course fees (if opted) Turtle hatchery entrance fee (approx. USD 3โ5, if added) Underwater camera/GoPro rental Meals Personal expenses/tips ๐ฅ Group Size: Private tour โ [1โ4 pax / up to X pax] ๐๏ธ Availability: Daily, weather & sea conditions permitting ๐ What to Bring: Swimwear, towel, reef-safe sunscreen, change of clothes, underwater camera (optional) ๐ก Good to Know: Please use reef-safe sunscreen only โ protects coral and turtles Do not touch or chase turtles โ maintain respectful distance for their safety Certified divers should bring their PADI/certification card Rekawa nesting tours run at night with red-light torches only (flash photography prohibited to protect turtles) ๐ฒ Book Now via Ashi Travels ๐ Airport pickup available islandwide ๐ฃ๏ธ English-speaking drivers ๐ต Fixed pricing, no surprises Contact us: ๐ +94 71 998 9119 ๐ฌ WhatsApp: +94 71 998 9119 ๐ง hello@ashitravels.lk ๐ www.ashitravels.lk Ashi Travels โ Your trusted island-wide taxi & tour partner in Sri Lanka ๐ฑ๐ฐ
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