Mirissa: Whale Watching Tour

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ID: GYG257212-444892
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Country: Sri Lanka

Duration: 05:00 hours


Description

Get a chance to see blue whales, sperm whales, and fin whales as they swim in their natural habitat in Mirissa.
Get the opportunity to see the world's biggest mammals in their natural habitat on this 5-hour tour. Meet your guide at Mirissa Pier in the morning and head out to sea on a 2-hour boat ride. 

During this tour, you will have the opportunity to see blue whales, sperm whales, fin whales, occasional orcas, and many types of dolphins. As you approach the whales, the boat will slow down for optimal viewing. You will stop at a safe distance of at least 300 feet away, with your closest approach being at 100 feet, allowing you to watch the whales responsibly with minimal environmental impact.

Learn more about the whales and their behavior from your onboard naturalist guide. Learn how to identify the whales that you see and how to tell when they are coming up for air. You will spend approximately 1 hour at the site. 

Highlights

  • Learn more about the whales that inhabit Sri Lankan waters
  • Benefit from the knowledge of your naturalist guide
  • Watch the whales responsibly from a safe distance

Guiding languages

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• No lunch or dinner is included on this tour
Pickup from Fisheries Harbor in Mirissa, where you will be picked up by your chauffeur.
INCLUDED
NOT INCLUDED

When should I book?

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.


Cancellations

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.