By road
The road east
Travel by private air-conditioned vehicle, or take a bus from Colombo to Trincomalee. Contact our team about your onward transfer to Nilaveli.
Your journey to the coast
A world away, and closer than you think. We are north of Trincomalee on Sri Lanka’s east coast, where every road ends at the sea.
- Address
- Km. 19, Nilaveli Road, Trincomalee, Sri Lanka
- Nearest town
- Trincomalee. The resort lies north of the town, along the east coast.
- The last stretch
- Tell us how you are travelling and our team will help arrange your onward transfer.
From the capital
Coast to coast
Cross the island from Colombo to the east coast — through paddy fields, past Dambulla and on to the bay at Trincomalee.
to Nilaveli
From city to sea
Colombo to Nilaveli.
Allow around6 hours
By road, approximately270 km / 168 mi
A little time for the journey. Your route, traffic and stops will shape the day.
Open live directionsThree ways to the coast
By road, by rail or by air. However you travel, we will help with the last part of the journey.
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By train
The slow way, by rail
Travel from Colombo Fort to Trincomalee, then continue on to Nilaveli. Check current train schedules before arranging your journey.
By air
Fly to China Bay
China Bay airport serves Trincomalee. Ask the resort team about current flight and transfer options.
Find us on the map
Km. 19, Nilaveli Road, Trincomalee, Sri Lanka. Open the map for directions, or let our team help you arrange the last part of your journey.
Open the map- Address
- Km. 19, Nilaveli Road, Trincomalee, Sri Lanka
- Nearest town
- Trincomalee
- Airport
- China Bay
- Coordinates
- 8°42′ N · 81°11′ E
Start planning your escape
Tell us your dates and we will shape the days around the tide.