Blog
Dive guides, species spotlights, gear notes, and stories from the season. Written by the instructors who actually live on these reefs.
Trincomalee Travel Guide: Planning a Diving Holiday
How to get to Trincomalee, where to stay near Sandy Cove, what else to do beyond diving, and suggested 3-day, 5-day, and 7-day itineraries built around the water.
How to Become a Divemaster in Sri Lanka: A Realistic Guide
A Divemaster card is the first professional rating in scuba diving. Here is what the training actually looks like in Trincomalee, what it costs, and whether Sri Lanka is a sensible place to do it.
Trincomalee vs Hikkaduwa for Diving: Which is Right for You?
Both are good. They dive completely differently. Here is an honest comparison to help you choose which Sri Lanka diving destination fits your trip.
Underwater Photography in Trincomalee: Sites, Tips, and Gear
Trincomalee offers HMS Hermes, sea turtles, and reef macro all in the same bay. Here is how to get the best shots from each.
HMS Hermes: The Aircraft Carrier That Changed Naval History
On 9 April 1942, Japanese dive bombers sank HMS Hermes off Trincomalee. It was the first time a fleet aircraft carrier had been sunk by carrier-based aircraft. Here is the story of the ship, the battle, and what it means today.
Best Dive Sites in Sri Lanka: A Complete Guide (2025)
Sri Lanka has rich reefs, historic wrecks, whale sharks, and blue whales, all within a small island. Here is where to dive based on what you are after.
PADI Open Water Diver Course: What to Expect Day by Day
The PADI Open Water course is the world's most popular scuba certification. Here is a clear, jargon-free breakdown of what actually happens over your 3-4 days in Trincomalee, so you know exactly what you are signing up for.
Pigeon Island: Snorkeling, Diving, and Everything You Need to Know
Pigeon Island National Park is Sri Lanka's best-known marine protected area and one of the best snorkeling spots in Asia. Here is what to expect, how to get there, and why it is worth protecting.
Is Scuba Diving Scary? An Honest Guide for First-Timers
A lot of people put off scuba diving because it seems scary. Here is what the first underwater breath actually feels like, and why the anxiety is almost always smaller than the experience.
Best Time to Dive in Trincomalee: Month-by-Month Guide
Planning a diving trip to Trincomalee? Here is an honest, month-by-month breakdown of conditions, visibility, marine life, and what to expect from peak season through the monsoon.
HMS Hermes Wreck Dive: The Complete Guide for Trincomalee
HMS Hermes is the world's largest diveable aircraft carrier wreck, lying 27-52 metres beneath Trincomalee Bay. Here's everything you need to plan your dive, from the ship's history to what marine life calls it home today.
Ready to see it in person?
Sandy Cove, Trincomalee. Open May to October.