Crow Island — Trincomalee
About this dive site
Crow Island is 10 minutes from Sandy Cove, shallow, and calm for most of the season. The marine life is consistent. It is a straightforward dive with no surprises, good for first-timers and anyone who wants a low-stress, confidence-building dive.
What you'll see
- Pufferfish
- Boxfish
- Turtles (small, occasional)
- Goatfish
- Reef fish on sandy bottom
- Coral heads
Site highlights
- ✓10 min from base — quickest dive in the bay
- ✓Calm and sheltered — perfect for nervous divers
- ✓Great for families and mixed snorkel/dive groups
- ✓Easy, confidence-building dive
Currents & Visibility
Very calm. Minimal current. Visibility 8–15 m.
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Equipment included · Local guides · Small groups
Questions about Crow Island
“Swami Rock is something else entirely. The statues on the reef, the turtles, the sheer amount of life on the wall. I've dived in Thailand, Indonesia, the Red Sea, and this is right up there. The guides know every inch of these reefs. Highly recommended.”
James T.
United Kingdom · Fun Diving
“Did my Advanced here after getting my Open Water in Koh Tao. The Klathipa deep dive and the wreck dive were both incredible. Small groups, attentive instruction, and the equipment was in excellent condition. I'll be back for the specialty courses.”
Aiko N.
Japan · Advanced Open Water Diver
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