Dolphin Watching Boat Tour from Tangalle

Tangalle City

Tangalle is a serene coastal town located in Sri Lanka, known for its stunning beaches, palm-fringed shorelines, and azure waters. A paradise for nature enthusiasts, Tangalle offers opportunities for turtle-watching, snorkeling, and bird-watching. The town exudes a laid-back ambiance, making it perfect for a relaxing getaway. Visitors can also explore nearby attractions like Mulkirigala Rock Temple and Rekawa Lagoon, adding cultural and ecological diversity to their experience.

A peaceful coastal town famed for its golden beaches, Tangalle offers more than just relaxation it also invites you on a thrilling Dolphin Watching boat tour. Add this unforgettable experience to your itinerary and witness pods of playful dolphins dancing through the waves in their natural habitat. Spinner dolphins, bottlenose dolphins, and Risso’s dolphins are some of the frequent visitors you can spot off the southern waters of Sri Lanka. The best time for dolphin watching is from November to March when the ocean is calm and sightings are most frequent.

Includes:

Hotel pickup and drop
Transport throughout the tour in an air-conditioned vehicle
Services of an English-speaking chauffeur
A dolphin watching boat tour
Tickets
1 Ltr of bottled mineral water per person
All taxes and service charges

Excludes:

Meals where not specified
Gratuities (Optional)
Expenses of personal nature

The Experience:

You will be picked up from your hotel in Tangalle early morning around 5.00 am and driven to the Mirissa Harbour in an air-conditioned vehicle, a journey of approximately 1.5 hours. The boat sets sail around 6.30 am for an exciting dolphin-watching trip lasting about 3 to 4 hours. The overall duration of the tour will be around 8 hours.

The boat will follow best practices for marine wildlife encounters by maintaining a safe distance and minimizing noise when approaching the dolphins. A naturalist onboard will explain the different species of dolphins, their playful behavior, and how to responsibly enjoy observing them without causing disturbance. A truly joyful and educational adventure at sea awaits you.