Coastal
Delft Island Day Trip
A full-day private excursion to Delft (Neduntivu), the most remote of the inhabited Jaffna islands. The trip combines the morning ferry from Kurikadduwan with a private 4x4 tour of
A full-day private excursion to Delft (Neduntivu), the most remote of the inhabited Jaffna islands. The trip combines the morning ferry from Kurikadduwan with a private 4x4 tour of the island's key sites and a picnic lunch prepared by the villa kitchen.
You depart from Jaffna at approximately 6:30 a.m. to reach Kurikadduwan in time for the 8 a.m. ferry. The 50-minute crossing runs across a flat stretch of the Palk Strait. On the island, the 4x4 visits the Dutch fort ruins near the jetty, the baobab tree in the centre of the island, the coral wall, and the relocated gopuram.
The afternoon is free time: walking among the wild horses on the scrubland near the western shore, or sitting on the beach at the island's northern tip. The 2 p.m. ferry returns to Kurikadduwan and you are back in Jaffna by 4 p.m.
What is included
- Private vehicle and driver to/from Kurikadduwan
- Return ferry tickets
- Private 4x4 and guide on the island
- Picnic lunch prepared by the villa kitchen
- Cold water and snacks
What to bring
- Sunscreen and a hat
- Light jacket for the ferry
- Walking shoes
- Camera
- Cash (no card facilities on the island)
Common questions
Frequently asked
What happens if the ferry is cancelled?
Ferry cancellations due to weather do occur. If cancelled, the full activity cost is refunded or rescheduled at no additional charge.
Is Delft suitable for children?
Yes, with caveats. Children who are comfortable on boats and walking on rough ground will enjoy the island.
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