Scuba Lanka
Protected Area
Little Sober Island
Why dive here
With 254+ marine species recorded in the area - including barracuda, dolphins, sea turtles, sperm whales and spinner dolphins - Scuba Lanka offers some of Trincomalee & East Coast's richest diving. Water ranges 27-30°C, warmest April, May, October.
Scuba Lanka, off Trinco’s coast, is one of those spots we always try to hit when we're in the area. It’s a gentle drift, usually, a nice way to ease into the day. The site itself isn’t about huge pelagics, though we have seen the occasional Great Barracuda eye us up. What we love here is the sheer density of the smaller stuff. The reef structure is a bit ambiguous, but we’re often just gliding over sandy patches interspersed with rocky outcrops and bits of seagrass. Keep your eyes peeled low. You’ll spot Peacock Wrasse flitting through the gloom, and if you’re patient, the odd Mangrove Crocodilefish will reveal itself, perfectly camouflaged. We’ve had great fun watching the tiny Adorned Dwarfgobies darting between the coral rubble. Our favourite part has to be searching for the Bicolor Blennies – they pop out of their little holes, all personality. It’s a great site for photographers who enjoy macro and slow, deliberate exploration. If you’re into the subtle, vibrant life of a healthy shallow reef, this place truly delivers.
Nearest Dive Centres to Scuba Lanka
Dive shops near Scuba Lanka
Sri Lanka Dive School
Coco Diving Trincomalee
Epic Ocean Adventures
Poseidon Diving Centre
Dive For You
International Diving School Trincomalee
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Scuba Lanka
Scuba Lanka Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Scuba Lanka, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (8.53, 81.23) (31km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
30°C
85°F · Range: 27.5–30.3°C
Air Temperature
27°C
81°F
Wind Speed
4.73 m/s
9.2 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1009 hPa
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data
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