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title: "Sampur"
description: "Coastal town with fishing communities and wetlands east of Trincomalee."
region: "Eastern"
best_time: "Year-round"
url: "https://www.welcomesrilanka.com/destinations/sampur"
publisher: "Welcome Sri Lanka"
---

# Sampur

> Coastal Town East of Trincomalee

Coastal town with fishing communities and wetlands east of Trincomalee.

- Region: Eastern
- Type: coastal
- Best time to visit: Year-round
- Suggested time: Half Day
- Guided visits: From $20

**Sampur** is a traditional coastal town known for its fishing villages and nearby wetlands. The area offers quiet coastal scenery and opportunities to observe local life.

## Highlights

- Fishing Villages
- Coastal Scenery

## Suggested visit

### Explore Sampur

Walk the coast, visit fishing villages

- Village visit
- Coastal walk

## What to bring

- Sun protection
- Water

## Good to know

- Respect local communities

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Source: [Welcome Sri Lanka](https://www.welcomesrilanka.com) — https://www.welcomesrilanka.com/destinations/sampur  
Plan a trip: https://www.welcomesrilanka.com/contact-us · info@welcomesrilanka.com · +94 77 765 2180 (phone & WhatsApp)