Mirissa Blue Whale Watching Tour
Small-boat blue whale and dolphin watching from Mirissa harbour with a licensed skipper and marine biologist on board.
Overview
Between November and April, the deep waters off Dondra Head — Sri Lanka''s southern tip — host one of the highest concentrations of blue whales on the planet, along with sperm whales, Bryde''s whales and huge super-pods of spinner dolphins. Our tour goes out with a small-boat, licensed operator that keeps a respectful distance and follows the Government of Sri Lanka whale-watching code of conduct. We include hotel pickup from Mirissa, Weligama or Galle, breakfast on board, sea-sickness tablets, and a professional briefing before departure. Sightings are not guaranteed, but the season average is 90%+ for at least one whale encounter. **Best season:** Nov–Apr (peak Dec–Mar) · **Difficulty:** Easy but open sea — motion-sickness prone guests should take medication 60 min before boarding · **Suitable for:** Ages 5+ · **Packing:** Sunscreen, hat, camera with zoom, light jacket for spray.
Itinerary
- 05:15Pickup from your south-coast hotel
- 06:00Check-in and safety briefing at Mirissa harbour
- 06:30Boat departure with breakfast served on board
- 07:30–11:30Whale and dolphin watching in the deep-water shipping lanes
- 12:00Return to harbour, disembark
- 12:30Optional stop at Coconut Tree Hill and Weligama surf beach
- 14:00Return transfer to hotel
What's included
- Private hotel transfers
- Small-boat whale watching ticket
- Breakfast on board
- Bottled water
- Life jackets, sea-sickness tablets
- Marine biologist commentary
Not included
- Personal expenses
- Tips for boat crew
- Camera / drone fees
- Lunch
Mirissa Blue Whale Watching Tour — FAQs
- How long is the Mirissa Blue Whale Watching Tour?
- This tour runs for a full day. Start times are flexible — we agree the pickup time with you once the booking is confirmed.
- What does the price include?
- The price covers: Private hotel transfers, Small-boat whale watching ticket, Breakfast on board, Bottled water, Life jackets, sea-sickness tablets, Marine biologist commentary.
- Where does the tour start?
- We pick you up from your hotel or another agreed address. Tell us where you are staying when you book and we will confirm the pickup point.
- How many people can join?
- Up to 4 guests travel in one private vehicle. Larger groups are possible with a second vehicle — just ask.
- Can I change the itinerary?
- Yes. This is a private tour, so you can add or drop stops. If the change affects distance or time we will let you know the revised price before you travel.
- Can I cancel?
- Yes — free cancellation up to 24 hours before the tour starts.