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Make time for Delft Island (Neduntheevu)

A windswept island off Jaffna of coral-stone walls, wild ponies, baobab trees and a Dutch fort, reached by a free passenger ferry. A windswept island off Jaffna of coral-stone walls, wild ponies, baobab trees and a Dutch fort, reached by a free passenger ferry.

travelguides.lk · updated 5 May 2026 Sourced editorial

The case for going

A windswept island off Jaffna of coral-stone walls, wild ponies, baobab trees and a Dutch fort, reached by a free passenger ferry.

Right now, yala monsoon rains reach the south-west; Trincomalee, Nilaveli and Arugam Bay turn dry and sunny.

Before you set off

Getting there: Ferry from Kurikadduwan (KKD) jetty; schedule varies, confirm locally.

Hours: Ferry-dependent (confirm schedule locally) · Entry: Free (ferry).

Frequently asked

What is the easiest way to reach Delft Island (Neduntheevu)?

Ferry from Kurikadduwan (KKD) jetty; schedule varies, confirm locally.

Do I need a ticket?

Free (ferry). Fees change, so confirm on arrival.

When is the best time to visit?

Early morning beats both the heat and the crowds at almost every Sri Lankan site.

Places in this guide

Delft Island (Neduntheevu) Delft Island (Neduntheevu) Jaffna Jaffna Nallur Kandaswamy Kovil Nallur Kandaswamy Kovil Wilpattu National Park 125.3 km Wilpattu National Park Kalpitiya 143 km Kalpitiya Mihintale 155 km Mihintale Anuradhapura Sacred City 155.6 km Anuradhapura Sacred City Nilaveli Beach 164.9 km Nilaveli Beach

Sources

  1. Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority ↗

We compile and link to public sources; details change, so verify time-sensitive specifics before you travel.