Sri Lanka · Dolphin or Whale Watching

Mirissa Whale Watchin Tour From Hambantota

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

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Early morning whale-watching cruise from Mirissa
  • 02 Chance to spot whales and dolphins in the Indian Ocean
  • 03 Breakfast served on board
  • 04 Round-trip transport from Hambantota included
  • 05 Travel with an English-speaking guide
  • 06 See a region known for multiple whale and dolphin species

Set out early from Hambantota for a memorable whale-watching adventure off the southern coast of Sri Lanka. Cruise from Mirissa across the warm Indian Ocean, an area known for sightings of whales and dolphins, and enjoy breakfast on board as you head out to sea.

This experience offers the chance to spot a remarkable variety of marine life, including blue whales, sperm whales, fin whales, Bryde's whales, and several dolphin species often seen in the area. After returning to Mirissa, you can stop for lunch nearby before heading back to your hotel in Hambantota.

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, Hambantota
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 Hambantota. 2 cities · 7 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Transportation in a A/C Vehicle
  • English speaking guide for the entire tour
  • Mineral Water Bottle
  • All Govt. Taxes and Surcharges
  • Entrance fees

What's Not Included

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 Hambantota.
Tour start
Pickup service provided in Hambantota.
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 Hambantota..

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