Whale Watching Tour In Mirissa
Go in search of whales on the this 4 to 5 hours morning whale watching cruise from mirissa habour. After early morning hotel pick up clon a life vest and cruise onto the Indian ocean aboard a comfortable 50 – foot (15 meters) boat, with an expect skipper crew. Savor a continental breakfast and tea or coffee as you sail to crew frequented by whales, watch for spices such as blue sperm, killer , humback and pilot whales in the water 1 shap once in a lifetime photos and look out for the marine creatures, including dolphins and sea turtles.
With the warm southwest breeze blowing and the bright blue oceans unfurling below, enjoy a complimentary continental breakfast with morning tea onboard. Take plenty of time to gaze out on the water and spot blue whales, hunback whales, killer whales and whale sharks peherls you will be able to see dolphins.
At a glance
Travel Tips
- We provide unlimited mineral water bottles for your tour.
- There are plenty of recommendable local cafes and restaurants where you can have a snack or lunch.
- Bring your camera to capture the amazing spots of whales and dolpines.
Highlights
- 4 to 5 hour morning whale watching trip from bentota Hotel.
- Sail onto the indian Ocean to spot blue, piot, sperm and other species of whales.
- Watch for other sea animals such as dolphins, wheals, sharks and sea turtles.
- Enjoy a light breakfast and morning tea or coffee as you sail.
- Life vests and safety equipment fitted on board.
- After the whale watching tour on the way visit koggala still fishermen.
Things you will do
Pick up from bentota Hotel and transfer to Mirissa fishing harbor
Wear your life jackets, take your seats and get ready to set sail.
Breakfast will be served on board
Enjoy amazing sightings of blue whales and sperm whales in the Indian Ocean
Places you will visit
Mirissa Fishinh Harbor
The whale watching tour packages begin from the Mirissa fishing harbor Passengers are transferred onto sophisticated boats that are equipped with the necessary safety devices such as compass, GPS, nautical charts and UHF radio. These boats also have a small kitchen where fresh breakfast is prepared and served. Western toilets with shower facilities as well as plenty of comfortable seating areas are available for passengers. Life jackets available in a variety of sizes are handed over to passengers for their safety before the boat sets sail. Please note, the crew members on board are all officially qualified in life-saving, fire-fighting and first aid.
The entire whale watching experience takes about 4-5 hours on average, maybe longer if the whale sightings take a while. The probability of whale sightings is about 90-95% and we will give our best to make sure you see the whales.
After your whale watching tour, Ayur Lanka Tours offers additional sightseeing opportunities (optional) such as visiting the neighboring Galle Fort, Turtle Hatchery or engaging in some water sport activities.
Mirissa Coconut palm Hill
Coconut Tree Hill Mirissa is a unique cliff located at the end of a beach which is covered in palm trees. Tourists flock to this spot to take photos with all the beautiful tall palms that overlook the ocean.