Whale Watching Mirissa: Blue Whales & Dolphins with Breakfast

See blue whales and dolphins on a morning boat from Mirissa's coast

A guided whale and dolphin watching tour departing Mirissa at 7:00 AM aboard a luxury cruiser with breakfast, water and fruit included. The boat carries a maximum of 40 passengers and operates under international whale watching regulations. A 3 to 4 hour journey takes you a few sea miles offshore where blue whales, sperm whales, dolphins, manta rays and sea turtles are sighted at a 99% rate.

Step-by-step itinerary

Whale and dolphin watching tour

• Hotel pickup in Mirissa area
• Board luxury cruiser
• Enjoy breakfast onboard
• Navigate to whale spotting locations
• Observe whales and dolphins
• Learn from knowledgeable guides
• Return to Mirissa shore

What’s included

• Hotel pickup within 5 km of Mirissa.
• breakfast, bottled water, fresh fruit and coffee or tea.
• snacks during the journey.
• life jacket.
• restroom and washroom facilities.
• WiFi onboard.
• seasickness tablets and medications.
• emergency medical unit.

Times

• Every day 07:00

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Before you book

Group Up to 40

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Meeting point and pickup Hotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point. You can choose from 34 pickup points.

Book up to 1h before

Ages Adult (12 and older) · Child (5 to 11 years) · Infant (under 5): free

Cancellation and refunds Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund. It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Good to know

Low physical effort Wheelchair accessible Accessible transport Stroller-friendly Infant seats available Public transport nearby Not recommended during pregnancy Infants must sit on laps

Operated by Whale Watching Mirissa with Chaminda

Prices and times updated 12 days ago

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The experience

Mirissa is known as the world's top destination for blue whale watching, and this tour boards a luxury cruiser at 7:00 AM with breakfast, bottled water, fresh fruit and coffee or tea already waiting. The crew holds international certification and follows strict WDC whale watching rules to keep the marine life safe and the experience responsible. Hotel pickup is included within a 5 km radius of Mirissa, so you don't arrange transport yourself.

The boat heads a few sea miles offshore where you watch for blue whales, the largest creature on the planet, alongside sperm whales, Bryde's whales, fin whales, orcas, whale sharks, flying fish, sea turtles and multiple dolphin species. The 3 to 4 hour journey operates with a 99% sighting rate. Restroom facilities, life jackets and emergency medical support are onboard. Seasickness tablets and other medications are available if you need them. The tour caps at 40 passengers, so the boat doesn't feel crowded.

WiFi is available aboard if you want to share what you're seeing. The experience is built for families and marine life enthusiasts of all fitness levels, and the crew is trained to make the outing comfortable and safe from start to finish.

Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (5 to 11 years); Infant (under 5): free.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What whales and dolphins can I actually see on this tour from Mirissa?

Blue whales, sperm whales, Bryde's whales, fin whales, orcas and multiple dolphin species are all sighted regularly. You may also see whale sharks, manta rays, flying fish and sea turtles. The tour reports a 99% sighting rate on the journey a few sea miles offshore.

Does the tour include hotel pickup in Mirissa?

Yes, pickup is included within a 5 km radius of Mirissa. If your hotel is outside that zone, you'll arrange your own transport to the boat.

What's included in the breakfast served aboard?

Breakfast, bottled water, fresh fruit, and coffee or tea are all provided. Snacks are also available during the 3 to 4 hour journey.

How many people travel on the boat?

The luxury cruiser carries a maximum of 40 passengers, keeping the experience from feeling crowded and allowing the crew to manage responsible wildlife observation.

What safety equipment and medical support is onboard?

Life jackets, restroom facilities and an emergency unit are standard. Seasickness tablets and other medications are available if needed, and the crew holds international certification.