Navy Underwater Dive Museum
About This Museum
Tucked away on Sandy Bay Road in Trincomalee, this gem of a museum is a total surprise for anyone fascinated by the deep. It's a place where you can get up close to the actual gear and gripping stories of naval diving, from vintage hard-hat suits to more modern apparatus. The passion behind the collection is palpable, making it feel less like a static exhibit and more like a conversation with history. You leave with a real sense of the courage and technical skill required to work beneath the waves.
Collection Highlights
The centerpiece is often the massive, atmospheric diving suits that look like they walked off the set of a classic adventure film. Other highlights include detailed displays on underwater salvage operations and the evolution of naval diving technology in this strategically important harbor.
Visitor Information
It's a relatively compact museum, so you can easily see everything in an hour or so—perfect for a stop before heading to the beach. Just double-check opening times locally as they can be seasonal.
Architecture & Building
Housed in a practical, no-fuss building that feels perfectly at home in its naval port setting, with clean lines and a focus on the treasures inside.
Contact & Location
Address: Trincomalee, Trincomalee District, Eastern Province, 32100, Sri Lanka
Phone: +94 77 700 9776
