

Best for beginner divers, shore entry, mild current.
Air Filling Station is a coastal dive site in Colombo, Sri Lanka, featuring a combination of natural reef and artificial reef structures. The site is suitable for beginner divers, offering warm water temperatures between 28 and 30 degrees Celsius and mild currents. Shore entry requires caution due to surf and sharp coral or rocks underfoot; reef boots and gloves are recommended. Divers should remain vigilant for boat traffic when surfacing. The site is supported by an on-site facility providing air fills and equipment rental, allowing for convenient access to the water.
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Protect your feet and hands during the shore entry as the rocks and coral are sharp, so reef boots and gloves are worth renting from the on-site dive shop if you haven't brought your own. The facility offers air fills and equipment rental, so you can travel light and sort everything on the day.
The dive centre is located at 285/6 Lewis Place, Kudapaduwa, Negombo.
Recorded at this site
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
28-30°C
Current
Mild
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, Nov, Dec
Yes, the site is suitable for newly certified divers looking to build confidence in the water, thanks to the mild currents and warm temperatures.
Access is via a shore entry. Divers should exercise care due to the presence of surf and sharp coral or rocks underfoot.
Divers must watch for boat traffic when surfacing. Additionally, be prepared for potential surge or swell conditions and sharp coral in the reef area.
Yes, the on-site dive shop provides air fills and equipment rental, including reef boots and gloves.
Diving at Air filling station in Negombo requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
The best months to visit Air filling station in Negombo are January, February, March, April, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Air filling station in Negombo typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.