Sri Lanka · Dolphin or Whale Watching

Mirissa Whale Watching Tour From Hikkaduwa

7 Hours Round trip from Pickup service provided in Hikkaduwa. Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Early morning hotel pickup from Hikkaduwa
  • 02 Whale-watching boat trip from Mirissa
  • 03 Chance to spot whales and dolphins in the wild
  • 04 Breakfast served on board
  • 05 Travel on a relatively large boat
  • 06 Entrance fees included
  • 07 Round-trip transport in an A/C vehicle

Set out early from Hikkaduwa for a whale-watching adventure off the coast of Mirissa, one of southern Sri Lanka’s best-known spots for marine wildlife. Cruise the warm waters of the Indian Ocean in search of whales and dolphins, with breakfast served on board as you enjoy the experience at sea.

This tour offers the chance to spot a remarkable variety of species in their natural habitat, including blue whales, sperm whales, fin whales, Bryde's whales, and several kinds of dolphins. With hotel pickup, transport, entrance fees, and breakfast included, it’s a convenient way to enjoy one of Sri Lanka’s most memorable wildlife experiences.

The warm Indian Ocean of southern Sri Lanka is the best place to spot a wide variety of whales & dolphins.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 7 Hours
Tour type Private
Activity level Moderate
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Mirissa, Hikkaduwa
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

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Day 01

The warm Indian Ocean of southern Sri Lanka is the best place to spot a wide variety of whales & dolphins.Whale watching in Sri Lanka is one of the most unique and interesting water related activities you can do during your holiday tour in Mirissa Sri Lanka.There are believed to be around 26 different species of whales traversing this region such as Blue whales, Bryde's whales, Sperm whales, Fin whales, sometimes Killer whales and also includes the well loved dolphin like common dolphins, Bottlenose dolphins, Spinner dolphins, Risso’s dolphins and striped dolphins.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Pickup service provided in Hikkaduwa. 2 cities · 7 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Transportation in a A/C Vehicle
  • Mineral Water Bottle
  • Breakfast
  • All Govt. Taxes and Surcharges
  • Entrance fees

What's Not Included

  • Usage of guide beyond mentioned timings or anything beyond the itinerary
  • Any tours to cities not mentioned above
  • Any other services not mentioned above

Know before you go

  • PASSPORT REQUIRED
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Not stroller accessible
  • Not suitable for pets
  • No public transportation nearby
  • Infants must not sit on laps
  • Infant seats unavailable
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Pickup service provided in Hikkaduwa.
Tour start
Pickup service provided in Hikkaduwa.
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 7 hours finish where they began, in Pickup service provided in Hikkaduwa..

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