Mirissa Whale Watching

USD 290.00 for 02 Pax

Pick up from Colombo hotel and transfer to Miriisa – Approximately 2 ½ hours drive. Continue to Mirissa Harbor and aboard to a boat . You will start your Whale Watching Tour at 7.00am. The boat will take two hours to reach the place where whales are commonly seen. Enjoy your picnic breakfast served onboard.  Sri Lanka has many types of whales inhabiting its waters. The whale population around Mirissa, which lies on the southern coast of the island, includes blue whales, sperm whales, fin whales, occasional orcas, and many types of dolphins. They are best seen between the months of December and April, when the seas are comparatively calmer. Your boat will be reducing speed and engine noise as you approach the site where whales are most seen. You will be stopping at a safe distance of at least 300 feet away, with your closest approach being a 100 feet. This tour will allow you to watch the whales responsibly with minimal environmental impact. Your naturalist on board will give you more information on the whales and their behavior. He will also assist you with identifying the whales that you see. Look out for the spout of air and water, which signifies a whale coming up to breathe. You will be spending approximately an hour at the site, watching the whales. Ensure that you do not disturb the whales. You will be completing your tour and will be dropped off at the pier by 11:30am.Once you come back to the shore you will be accompanied to the Paradise Beach Club Restaurant for a delicious lunch. After lunch you can have a dip in the pool which overlooks the Indian ocean and back to Colombo after wards.

Tour Cost Includes:

• Return transfers from Colombo/ Negombo  with an English speaking Chauffeur guide in an air conditioned vehicle
• Boat fee
• Picnic breakfast and lunch
• Refreshments

Tour cost excludes:

• Any item not mentioned above
• Tips ( At your discretion )