Whale Watching and Galle Fort Highlights

Whale Watching and Galle Fort Highlights

Start Time: 5:30 AM
Duration: Approximately 8 hours

Prices may vary based on season, availability, and additional services.

Additional Tips:

• What to Bring: Sunscreen, a hat, sunglasses and a camera.
• Seasickness: Consider taking vomiting tablets before the tour if you are prone to seasickness.
• Respect Wildlife: Follow crew guidelines for responsible whale watching.

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Included/Excluded

  • Transportation in a comfortable vehicle
  • Professional tour guide
  • Whale-watching boat tour including
  • Boat ticket
  • Safety equipment and life vests
  • Guide and naturalist with information on whales and dolphins
  • Mirissa Harbor entrance fee
  • Refreshments (water, snacks)
  • Galle Fort entrance fee
  • Guided tour of Galle Fort

Tour Plan

Day 1 Itinerary

1. 5:30 AM - Depart from Hikkaduwa
• Meet your guide at your accommodation or a central location in Hikkaduwa.
2. 7:30 AM - Arrival at Mirissa
• Arrive at Mirissa’s Whale-Watching Dock and prepare for the tour.
• Arrival at Mirissa’s Whale-Watching Dock:
• Meet at the dock where your whale-watching boat will be ready.
• Grab a light snack or drink from local cafes if desired.
• Boat Boarding:
• Board a comfortable, well-equipped boat for the whale-watching tour.
• Safety briefing provided by the crew.
• Whale Watching Tour:
• Introduction to whale species you might encounter, such as blue whales, sperm whales, and dolphins.
• Spotting whales using the crew’s techniques and equipment.
• Educational commentary on whale behavior, conservation efforts, and ocean environment.
3. 12:00 PM - Return to Mirissa Harbor
• Disembark and enjoy light refreshments if provided on the boat.
4. 12:30 PM - Depart for Galle Fort
• Enjoy a scenic drive from Mirissa to Galle Fort.
5. 1:30 PM - Arrival at Galle Fort
• Explore the historic Galle Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
• Guided tour of the fort, including the ramparts, lighthouse, and museums.
• Learn about the fort’s history, architecture, and significance in Sri Lanka’s colonial past.
6. 3:00 PM - Return to Hikkaduwa
• Travel back to Hikkaduwa, concluding the tour.

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