Whale-watching-sri-lanka
Whale-watching-sri-lanka
4.5
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Monday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Tuesday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Wednesday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Thursday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Friday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Saturday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Sunday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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Join Shedul's whale watching tour for an unforgettable experience in Mirissa. Set sail along the stunning coastline of southern Sri Lanka in search of majestic blue whales and other marine life. Led by expert guides, our tours offer a unique blend of adventure and education, providing insights into the fascinating world of these gentle giants. With Shedul, you'll embark on a responsible and sustainable whale watching excursion, creating memories to last a lifetime amidst the breathtaking beauty of Mirissa's waters.
Mirissa, Sri Lanka
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Pooshmar
London, UK17 contributions
Jan 2019 • Solo
The titles says it all, that’s what you want when on this tour!
Nice clean boat, friendly & knowledgable staff, welcomed on board with a cup of tea or coffee and a sea sickness tablet - which I took and didn’t feel sick at all but beware it knocked me out for the rest of the day, and I saw a lady be sick who didn’t take one. So you have to decide what you prefer however it was only 1 person I saw be sick.
We took off and were given our breakfast in a box which was a couple of sandwiches and a piece of cake, we very quickly found a pod of dolphins, then we went out further and found a blue whale which was amazing to see.
On our return we were offered a plate of fruit and we ran into another pod of dolphins.
Nice clean boat, friendly & knowledgable staff, welcomed on board with a cup of tea or coffee and a sea sickness tablet - which I took and didn’t feel sick at all but beware it knocked me out for the rest of the day, and I saw a lady be sick who didn’t take one. So you have to decide what you prefer however it was only 1 person I saw be sick.
We took off and were given our breakfast in a box which was a couple of sandwiches and a piece of cake, we very quickly found a pod of dolphins, then we went out further and found a blue whale which was amazing to see.
On our return we were offered a plate of fruit and we ran into another pod of dolphins.
Written January 14, 2019
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Thank you lot
Written January 11, 2020
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David H
Sydney, Australia1 contribution
Jan 2020 • Family
We got to see a great view of the whales. Crew & boat were great but it was over very quickly.
Be careful of the sea sickness tablets they hand out, they make you very drowsy for the rest of the day.
Be careful of the sea sickness tablets they hand out, they make you very drowsy for the rest of the day.
Written January 27, 2020
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RDeans
Bengaluru, India425 contributions
Feb 2024 • Couples
After reading the reviews here I did not have high expectations of seeing whales. However, our experience was way better than we expected. We saw 4 whales, which for me, was a `once in a lifetime' experience.
I'd like to address some of the criticism in reviews here.
- The chances of seeing a whale are probably less that seeing a tiger in a tiger resort (I never have), so if you do see one, albeit for a few seconds, it is something to remember. The company does make an effort to go to where the whales are, even if it takes more time and offer a free trip the next day if you don't see any. I therefore think complaints that this is some kind of scam, or the whales did not spend enough time in front of your boat, are misplaced.
- You are given sea sickness tablets and its not advisable to do the trip after a meal. We had a fairly choppy sea and only a couple of cases of sea sickness - though there were a few more who probably felt uncomfortable.
- The cost per hour is not very different from what you'd pay for a tourist ferry.
I'd like to address some of the criticism in reviews here.
- The chances of seeing a whale are probably less that seeing a tiger in a tiger resort (I never have), so if you do see one, albeit for a few seconds, it is something to remember. The company does make an effort to go to where the whales are, even if it takes more time and offer a free trip the next day if you don't see any. I therefore think complaints that this is some kind of scam, or the whales did not spend enough time in front of your boat, are misplaced.
- You are given sea sickness tablets and its not advisable to do the trip after a meal. We had a fairly choppy sea and only a couple of cases of sea sickness - though there were a few more who probably felt uncomfortable.
- The cost per hour is not very different from what you'd pay for a tourist ferry.
Written March 2, 2024
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Girish D
Hyderabad, India291 contributions
Dec 2019
Takes 4-5 hrs starts at 6 am, you need to be very lucky to spot the whale, we could see glimpses of whale during 5 hrs time, rough see. Good arrangement by the boat operators, provides breakfast, fruits, juices. Do not attempt if you have sea sickness, they provide tablets but seen many people suffering. You can also see Dolphins if lucky.
Written January 10, 2020
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Thank you
Written January 11, 2020
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Varun K
6 contributions
Mar 2020 • Family
Overall it was a good experience. Well scripted none the less. After wandering in the sea for an hour or so, suddenly 10-12 boats start chasing one becked whale. And not to miss the single propeller hovering over literally guiding them from the sky. Npt denining the fact that it's exciting to spot one but I'd say it's scripted to keep up the excitement. Once in a life time experience which can be well better organized.
Written March 9, 2020
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Thank you very much for your response
Written March 31, 2020
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Zakaria E
3 contributions
Dec 2022 • Friends
Total waste of time and money, no whales in this place, a half day lost, I don’t recommend this activity at all, better to use this time for another holiday purpose.
Written December 28, 2022
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Hello Zakaria
As my knowledge you never been whale watching with my company.if you have ever been with me please send me more information to confirm exactly this happend from our company.
Please send me your booking Information
What company you booked
What travel egent
When did you go for this activity
Do you have local guide or you booked directly?
What boat colour ?
After I accept this happen from us or not ?
So please remove this review 😫
Written January 14, 2023
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Marvin Schomburg
4 contributions
Dec 2019 • Friends
We was to third on the boat and It make a lot of fun!
The Crew was very Good. The drive to a spot were no one else was.
The Crew was very Good. The drive to a spot were no one else was.
Written December 28, 2019
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Thank you lot
Written January 11, 2020
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MMO55
Ventura, CA24 contributions
Dec 2019
We had a wonderful time on the Whale Watching Sri Lanka Boat. The crew was very attentive and the boat was clean and in good condition. We were served a breakfast and many wonderful fruit snacks as well as coconut juice from coconuts! We saw a few whales and lots of dolphins although the whales seemed elusive. Still, we saw a few whales swimming and a few tails come out of the water close to our boat. Our boat stayed out while others headed back to the dock so we could see the dolphins. We recommend this boat to anyone looking for a great adventure in Mirissa.
Written December 19, 2019
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Thank you lot
Written January 11, 2020
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Kanishka De Silva
4 contributions
Dec 2019 • Family
It was wonderful time nearly 4 hours with the cruise members. Very helpful and they have well understanding of whales behavior. Therefore we are lucky to spend time and see whales very clearly. Furthermore their services with providing us tea and mealss added advantage of the tour.
Recommend to anyone for watching whales with this team.
Thank you.
Recommend to anyone for watching whales with this team.
Thank you.
Written December 8, 2019
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Thank you lot
Written January 11, 2020
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Meghna J
1 contribution
It was an amazing experience. They serve breakfast and freshlu fruits while you watch whales and dolphins
Written March 31, 2019
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Thank you lot
Written January 11, 2020
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What is the timing for whales watching??
Written September 10, 2019
4 to 6 hour duration
Written August 25, 2020
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