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Bhante S.•17665 rep•2

I suffer from terrible seasickness Are the whale watching boats in Trincomalee on the East Coast stable or is it a rough wildlife tour

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The Indian Ocean off Trincomalee can be quite rough, even during the East Coast season. If you suffer from seasickness, you MUST take motion sickness medication (like Dramamine) at least an hour before boarding. Crucially, do not book a small fiberglass speedboat. Book a larger, multi-deck vessel or a Navy-operated boat, as their weight cuts through the swells much better.

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Suresh K.•12365 rep•2

Avoid a heavy breakfast before the tour. Stick to plain toast and ginger tea.

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Amali D.•8190 rep•2

Yes, all registered boats are required to provide life jackets by law.

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Suresh K.•12365 rep•2

Also, stare straight at the horizon, not at your phone or camera screen, until the whales appear.

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Sophia M.•8650 rep•2

Does the Navy boat provide life jackets

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