Whales Watching in Mirissa

What you can see through the Whales Watching in Mirissa

Whale watching in Mirissa, Sri Lanka is a popular activity that takes place November to April. During this time, whales migrate to the southern end of the island, making it easier to spot them. 

What to see 

• Blue whales: The world’s largest animal, and the most frequently spotted whale in Sri Lanka
• Sperm whales: Sometimes spotted during trips that focus on blue whales
• Bryde whales: Sometimes spotted during trips that focus on blue whales
• Killer whales: Sometimes spotted
• Short finned whales: Sometimes spotted
• Bottlenose dolphins: Sometimes spotted
• Striped dolphins: Sometimes spotted

When to go

• The best time to go is at dawn 
• The ocean is calm and warm from November to April 
• Whales can also be spotted during May to October, but the ocean can be rough 

How to go

• You can take a whale watching tour on a small boat or a large double-decker vessel