Mirissa · South Coast · Trincomalee · East Coast · SRI LANKA

Whale and Dolphin Watching

Seasonal boat trips to look for whales and dolphins off Sri Lanka’s coasts.

Blue whale surfacing during a whale watching trip off Mirissa, Sri Lanka
Photo: DammikaD · CC BY-SA 4.0

A PLACE TO DISCOVER

What makes it
special.

Sri Lanka’s marine wildlife can be explored from several coastal areas. Mirissa and nearby Dondra Point are popular for whale watching on the south coast, Trincomalee is an east coast option in its season, and Kalpitiya is known for dolphin watching. The best location depends on the time of year and sea conditions.

Things to look out for

  • Blue whales and dolphins may be sighted offshore
  • Mirissa and Dondra Point on the south coast
  • Trincomalee and Kalpitiya as seasonal alternatives