A picturesque coastal town in the South-western part of Sri Lanka, Balapitiya is renowned for its beautiful beaches and thrilling whale watching opportunities. Embark on a shared boat tour from Balapitiya for a chance to see the magnificent creatures of the sea. This tour allows you to witness sperm whales, blue whales, fin whales, and various species of dolphins in their natural environment. The best time to experience this is between December and April when the seas are calmer, offering a higher chance of sightings.
Includes:
Hotel pickup and drop
Transport throughout the tour in an air-conditioned vehicle
Snacks (sandwich or a bun, a serving of a few seasonal fruits)
Tea or coffee (1 serving per person)
1 Litre of bottled mineral water per person
All taxes and service charges
Excludes:
Meals where not specified
Gratuities (Optional)
Expenses of personal nature
Experience:
Your adventure begins with a hotel pickup from Balapitiya at 5:00 am, followed by a scenic drive to Mirissa where you will board the shared boat for the whale watching tour. The boat departs at 6:00 am, and the tour lasts approximately 4 hours. The tour will take you to areas where whale sightings are most frequent, and you will have around 1 hour to observe the whales up close. The total duration of the tour is 8 hours, with the return journey to your hotel in Balapitiya.
To minimize disturbance, the boat will approach the whales at a safe distance of at least 300 feet, and the boat’s engine will slow down as it nears the area. The closest the boat can approach is about 100 feet. The naturalist on board will provide informative commentary about the different species of whales and their behavior. Ensure that you do not disturb any of the whales during the experience. After the tour, you will be dropped back at your hotel in Balapitiya.
