Lagoon Boat Ride & SeaFood Tour
with dinner - near Nilaveli

Experience a lagoon boat safari and true Muslim East Coast Cuisine privately

Start your afternoon tour with a visit to a tranquil inland lake near Trincomalee
to observe crocodiles and coastal birdlife.
Then, head to the nearby lagoon boat landing,
stopping at a local Muslim shop for Trincomalee milk tea and snacks.
Enjoy a 1.5-hour sunset boat ride through Sinnakarachchi Lagoon,
known for its mangroves and birdlife.
After the lagoon safari, savour a seafood dinner
at a Muslim fisherman’s home,
featuring prawns, crab, cuttlefish, seerfish, cucumber salad, Muslim rice, and tropical fruits.
Return to your hotel around 8:30-9:00 PM.

Community Based Tourism (CBT):
Experience a genuine connection with a local familyy through a meaningful, authentic visit.
The fishing village is home to Sri Lankan Muslim families who speak a Tamil dialect in their daily lives.
The guide’s family depends on fishing for their livelihood.
They offer fresh catch directly to visitors, ensuring a personal and direct experience.

By joining this experience, you’ll not only immerse yourself in local food culture
but also contribute to the community,
providing valuable support to the families who prepare and share the meal
Depending on the group size, multiple families will be involved,
creating a shared experience that highlights the warmth of local hospitality
and the richness of Sri Lanka’s north-east coast Muslim traditions.

Guidelines for Conduct in the Muslim Village

This fishing village you will be visiting strictly observes Muslim rules and traditions.
To show respect for the local community,
we ask that you please follow these guidelines during your visit:

When visiting the Muslim village, please dress modestly.
While shorts and T-shirts are no problem,
we kindly ask both males and females not to wear swimwear in the village.

For your comfort, the private house also provides open shower areas in the backyard
where you can freshen up.

Please note that, in keeping with local traditions,
only females are allowed to enter the kitchen for a cooking demonstration.

We appreciate your understanding and support in respecting the customs
of this authentic Sri Lankan Muslim community.

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Lagoon Boat Ride & Seafood near Nilaveli - Tour Itinerary

Pick-Up Time: 3:00 PM
Pick-Up Location: Your hotel in Nilaveli or Uppuveli, Trincomalee, or Marble Beach

Visit a Crocodile Lake:

• Begin your afternoon excursion with a visit to a tranquil inland lake near Trincomalee, where you can observe crocodiles.
• Take in the serene environment and keep an eye out for coastal birdlife.
  
  

Proceed to the Lagoon Boat Landing:

• After exploring the lake, head to the boat landing point at the nearby lagoon for the next part of your journey.

• Enjoy a traditional stop at a local Muslim shop, where you’ll have a chance to try the famous Trincomalee Muslim milk tea and a variety of local snacks.
  
  

Sinnakarachchi Lagoon Sunset Boat Safari (4:30 PM - 6:00 PM):

• Set off on a 1.5-hour boat ride through Sinnakarachchi Lagoon, renowned for its stunning mangrove forests.
• As the sun sets, the lagoon transforms into a paradise, offering views of numerous bird species and the lush surroundings.

Dinner at a Muslim Fisherman’s Home:

• After the boat tour, enjoy a delicious seafood dinner in the welcoming private home of a local Muslim fisherman, freshly prepared and cooked using firewood. The meal will be served with a selection of refreshing non-alcoholic beverages.
  The dinner includes:
  ◦ Succulent prawns
  ◦ Sweet, tender crab
  ◦ Fresh cuttlefish
  ◦ Flavourful seerfish (King Mackerel)
  ◦ Crisp cucumber salad
  ◦ Muslim rice (Dunthel)
  ◦ Dessert: A selection of fresh, tropical fruits

Tour End:

• After a memorable day of exploration and authentic Sri Lankan east coast Mulsim food, you will be dropped off at your hotel around 8:30 PM to 9:00 PM.

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Pricing:

• Single Person: $180
• Couple: $320
• Additional Adult: $90
• Child (below 12 years): $75
  
  

Inclusions:

• Hotel pick-up and drop-off
• All transfers by car or tuk-tuk or truck
• welcome tea in a local Muslim shop
• 5 pieces of crispy Parippu Wadde per person
• one coconut per person
• 1.5 hours boat safari
• water bottles during the lagoon boat excursion
• Seafood Dinner with non-alcoholic beverages
• parking fees
• taxes

If you like to customize this itinerary, please contact our team experts.
For example, lunch instead of dinner could be arranged.


Enjoy a thoughtfully curated afternoon and evening near Nilaveli, blending Sri Lankan Muslim culture, nature, and culinary delights!

The latest possible booking deadline is
48 hours prior to the start of this food tour.
Those interested travellers who have only come across our offer
within 48 hours before the scheduled start of this culinary tour
are invited to contact us by hotline or whatsapp number +94 71 609 7795
to discuss whether a last-minute arrangement can still be accommodated.

Payment Policy

We kindly request the following payment schedule:  
1. Advance Payment: A deposit of 20% of the tour costs is to be paid upon confirmation.  
2. Balance Payment: The remaining 80% of the tour price is due 48 hours prior to the start of the tour.

If the booking is made within 48 hours of the scheduled time, a payment of 100% of the tour price is due immediately.

Please let us know your preferred payment method from the options below:

option 1: Online Payment
You can pay securely using a credit card (Visa, or MasterCard) on our online payment gateway, but in this case 4% or the tour costs have to be charged additionally to cover card fees. Log-in details for the payment gateway will be sent to you upon confirmation.

option 2: Wire Transfer
For bank transfers, please ensure that all international bank charges are covered by the sender. (E&OE Invoice)

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Cancellation and No-Show policy

•    In case of cancelling after the confirmation: 20% will be charged
•    In case of cancelling less than 48 hours prior to arrival: 100% will be charged
•    In case of no-show: 100% will be charged
    
Unless stated otherwise above, our general terms and conditions apply.

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For Inquiries:

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Don't hesitate to contact us

For Bookings:

For direct bookings with online payment,
please click the link below.
On the payment page that opens, please enter the tour code SL-FT-TRI06 
​under 'Invoice Number' field:

pay - VISA | MASTER

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Unless stated otherwise above,
​our general terms and conditions apply:
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255/24, "Green Park" Dawatagahawatta, Thimbirigaskatuwa,
Mahahunupitiya East,
Negombo,
Sri Lanka
SLDA - TA - 02179
Office Phone: 0094 31 223 991  
Mobile: 0094 71 6097795
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