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Blue whale is the reason to dive Trincomalee (east coast), Sri Lanka.

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Trincomalee (east coast)

Blue whale is the reason to dive Trincomalee (east coast), Sri Lanka. Best odds here: moderate for blue whale, peak apr-aug. No certification is required — snorkel or freedive access.

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Species
Moderate
Best odds
Apr-Aug
Peak window
n/a
Depth

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Blue whale

n/a · No certification needed

Peak Apr-Aug

Moderate odds

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