2-Day Whale Watching and Water Sports Trip in Colombo and Mirissa

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Spot whales and dolphins off the coast of Mirissa on an early morning boat tour
• 02 Enjoy a scenic south coast journey with recommended stops from Colombo to Unawatuna
• 03 Experience beachside activities including water sports and a glass-bottom boat ride for coral watching
• 04 Visit local attractions such as a turtle hatchery, mask factory, and the Galle Fortress Cricket Ground

See the gentle giants of Sri Lanka as they frolic in the waters off Mirissa on this 2-day trip from Colombo. Along the south coast, enjoy a mix of beachside experiences and recommended stops including a boat safari, turtle hatchery, mask factory, water sports, a glass-bottom boat ride for coral watching, and the Galle Fortress Cricket Ground. The journey combines coastal sightseeing with a whale and dolphin watching boat tour from Mirissa Harbor.

See the gentle giants of Sri Lanka as they frolic in the waters off Mirissa on this 2-day trip from Colombo.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 Days

Tour type Shared

Activity level Hard

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Colombo, Galle, Bentota, Mirissa, Hikkaduwa, Unawatuna, Beruwala

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Colombo to Unawatuna via Sri Lanka's South Coast

Meet your personal chauffeur at your residence or hotel and proceed to the south coast of Unawatuna. The following attractions and activities are recommended along the way:

• Boat safari.

• Turtle hatchery.

• Mask factory.

• Water sports.

• Glass-bottom boat ride (coral watching).

• Galle Fortress Cricket Ground.

• Overnight stay at the hotel.

2

Day 02

Mirissa Whale Watching Tour and Return to Colombo

Whale and dolphin watching boat tour.

• 06:45 am: Depart from Mirissa Harbor.

• Spot whales breaking the sea's surface or diving as boats approach.

• Eat lunch at a restaurant of your choice and return to Colombo.

• Drop off at your hotel or residence. End of tour.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Meet and assistance at the Colombo International Airport

• Transportation by an air-conditioned vehicle with driver guide

• All fuel, insurance, and license fees of the vehicle

• Replacement of vehicle in case of breakdown or emergency

What's Not Included

• Air ticket expenses from your country to Sri Lanka and return journey

• Hotel room charges/accommodation

• Food and drinks

• Entry tickets and safari charges

• Extra items consumed or facilities utilized in hotels

• Tips to service staff and drivers

• Expenses of a personal nature, such as liquor and cigarettes

• Camera and video recording charges payable at the sites

Know before you go

Note:

• This tour can be customized.

• Rate is subject to change depending on the days and distances.

• We can book hotels, or clients can book hotels online on their side.

• Whales are usually spotted a few nautical miles off Mirissa Harbor.

• Passenger boats depart from the harbor by 07:00 am. You must be there 10 minutes early.

• You may be asked for your passport number for security reasons.

• The tour may last 4-6 hours.

• Breakfast and mineral water are provided on the boat.

• A qualified skipper and crew will assist you during your tour.

• Our boat is licensed for passenger ferrying.

• All passengers are fully insured.

• The boat is equipped with GPS navigation, communication equipment, and life jackets.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Colombo, Sri Lanka

Tour start

Colombo, Sri Lanka

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.