Drive to the naval base, and take a shuttle boat to Sober Island to walk past the British built gun batteries and watchtowers, which protected Trincomalee Harbour, slowly being reclaimed by the jungle. Continue to one of the coves for a picnic lunch. Back on the mainland, visit the Second World War cemetery before heading to Fort Frederick, constructed in 1624, and still in use as a military fortress. You can walk inside and visit the Koneswaram Temple in time for the afternoon pooja. Continue through the lively Trincomalee market to end your day, seeing the local way of life. This Hindu culture is different from what you find in the south of Sri Lanka.
Most people think Sri Lanka is just a winter-sun destination, but much of the north and east of the county is perfect in the summer months.
The East Coast of Sri Lanka is slowly opening up to tourism. Combine a spot of wildlife in Gal Oya with a visit to Passekudah and ending in Trincomalee.
We arrange totally bespoke trips and design an itinerary that is designed around you. You may have seen a suggested itinerary that we can base your plans around, or we can start with a blank sheet and paper and design something from scratch. You can leave a phone number and suggest a time to call you back, and we can also arrange to do this during the evenings or at weekends if you are busy during the daytime. We can also meet up with you in you fancy a coffee and are based in and around London.