Whale Snorkeling
Swim with the giants of the ocean in the blue waters of Mirissa... Are you ready?
Our signature in-water encounter pairs a scenic boat cruise with a respectful, guided snorkel alongside blue and sperm whales. Small groups and calm, careful entries mean more time watching and less time waiting.
Tour Details
Welcome aboard! You'll be accompanied by professional guides with years of ocean and whale-behaviour experience, so you can relax and enjoy the encounter while staying safe in the water. Spaces are limited to keep every group small and personal.
Book Your SpotNovember to April is the main whale season in Mirissa, with February to April offering the best underwater visibility for snorkeling. To keep both you and the whales safe, please maintain a distance of at least 15–20 metres, stay calm and quiet in the water, and never touch or chase the whales.
- Snorkeling equipment
- Life jackets
- Boat and fuel
- Experienced captain and crew
- Professional guide / instructor
- Breakfast & snacks
- Fresh fruit
- Drinking water, tea & coffee
- First-aid equipment
- GoPro underwater photography & video
- Hotel-to-boat transportation
- Swimsuit or rash guard
- Extra clothes
- Towel
- Reef-safe sunscreen
- Sunglasses & a hat
- Motion-sickness medication, if needed
- GoPro or waterproof camera
- Waterproof phone wallet or bag
- Your own snorkeling equipment, if preferred
- A copy or digital version of your passport or national ID
Whales are wild animals, so no sighting can ever be 100% guaranteed. That said, during the appropriate season our sighting success rate is generally very high. November to April is the recommended season, and December to March is especially reliable.
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Total Price
- 1 PersonUSD125
- 2 PersonsUSD250
- 3 PersonsUSD325
- 4 PersonsUSD400
Private boat charters are also available on request, with rates varying by group size and itinerary.
Transportation
Free tuk-tuk or taxi pickup and drop-off from nearby hotels in Mirissa and the surrounding area.
Start Time
Departs approximately 5:30–6:30 AM, returning around 11:30 AM–1:00 PM. The trip generally runs 4–5 hours depending on whale location, weather and sea conditions.
Payments
Sri Lankan Rupees (LKR), US Dollars (USD), and card payments are all accepted.