Blue Whale watching in Sri Lanka .The sea off Mirissa between Galle and Matara is one of the best places in the world to see endangered blue whales.
DAY 1: Arrival Colombo International airport (D)
Staying at Jetwing Lighthouse.
1 hour transfer Transfer from Colombo to An iconic Galle hotel, Jetwing Lighthouse rests on top a magnificent hillock that looks over the vast blue expanse of the great Indian Ocean.
DAY 2: Galle and Mirissa (B,L,D)
Travel to Mirissa to catch our boat for this amazing safari, which is about a hour transfer with our private guide. Mirissa is only 36 km away from Galle.
The boat is fitted with a GPS tracking systems, to guide you to the best location to see these extraordinary animals. With over 90% probability of seeing whales and dolphins.
DAY 3: Galle and Mirissa (B,L,D)
Blue whales are among the biggest mammals on earth. They can measure up to 30 meters. As they are mammals, they have lungs – they can’t breathe underwater. But their lungs are so huge that whales can hold their breath for half hour at a time.
Before surfacing, whales spout the air (and water) through their blow-hole. After that, they dip in and out of the water for three or four minutes and eventually they dive back in. That’s when you will get to see their tail.
DAY 4: Galle and Mirissa (B,L,D)
Though various boats go out in search of whales every day during whale watching seasons, they strive to maintain a respectful distance from the whales and to keep a healthy balance so that on the one hand passengers get a wonderful experience and on the other whales are left alone and safe.
Most operators now abide by the rules set out by the Whale And Dolphins Conservation Society for responsible whale watching.
DAY 5 : Galle and Mirissa (B,L,D)
After returning from whale watching we may have time to go to the Sea Turtle Hatchery in Mahamodara.
They rescue turtles who are in danger of losing their lives to the fishing industry whether they are caught in nets or hunted for meat. We currently have 40 turtles, including 4 types of turtle. All are welcome to come and visit to see and learn about Tara turtles here in Sri Lanka.
DAY 6 : Galle and Mirissa (B,L,D)
After returning from whale watching we may have time to explore Galle.
Galle Fort is the main tourist attraction heritage site in Galle. It dates back more than 400 years. Galle Fort being a multi cultural and muti ethnic area is named as a UNESCO world cultural heritage site. Galle Fort is also referred as Dutch Fort.
DAY 7: Galle and Colombo -Home (B)
Breakfast.
Later drive to Colombo airport (1 hour)
The holiday can be extended for your own private tour with our Tailor-Made Safari.
TOUR INCLUDES :
• Transfers from airport to hotel and vice-versa by private air-conditioned car/van with driver.
• 6 nights Hotel accommodations in single/ double/twin room with private facilities at the mentioned or similar hotels as per itinerary.
inclusive of any applicable room taxes and service charges.
• Nature drives into the Park as per the itinerary by park private vehicle with Park naturalist.
• Full board meals included as mentioned B=Breakfast, L=Lunch and D=Dinner on table d’ hote basis
(Not A la Carte)
• Mineral water on board the vehicle.
• 24/7 Concierge service.
TOUR EXCLUDES :
• Return international airfares to India,
• Internal airfares.
• Any passport and visa fees.
• Any airport taxes.
• Any insurances including Travel, Personal and Medical.• Any immigration charges
• Any meals, alcohol and soft drinks except those specifically detailed in the itinerary.• Tips/ gratuities to drivers, guides,
waiters for included meals, tips to room boys.
• Laundry charges.
• Any massages/spa treatments, telephone calls, faxes or any other charges of personal nature.
Essential Info
Visa needs to be obtained before travel.
PRICES
All prices shown are the best value prices applicable at the time of booking. Booking prices are subject to change owing to ground product increases and currency rate fluctuations.
Accommodation
Jetwing Lighthouse Hotel in Galle
Species
While seeing wildlife is never guaranteed.
These are the species that we would hopeful see on your safari/tour.
Blue whales, sperm whales, fin whales, pilot whales, many species of dolphins, sea turtles and ocean birds from the observation deck.
Tour Guide
Surbhi Goel.
International wildlife photographer and specialist for India, Sri Lanka and Kenya.
