Discover Sri Lanka’s majestic whales and dolphins with expert-led tours, perfect for families and adventurers. Explore, learn, and shop unique souvenirs.
Discover Sri Lanka’s majestic whales and dolphins with expert-led tours, perfect for families and adventurers. Explore, learn, and shop unique souvenirs.
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No: 12 Paramulla Rd - Great Whales offers the only Whales and Dolphins education program in Sri Lanka for tourists, enhancing their understanding of these magnificent creatures in Sri Lankan waters. This one-hour educational session is suitable for both adults and children.
The program covers various topics, including the history of commercial…
- No: 12 Paramulla Rd - Great Whales offers the only Whales and Dolphins education program in Sri Lanka for tourists, enhancing their understanding of these magnificent creatures in Sri Lankan waters. This one-hour educational session is suitable for both adults and children.
The program covers various topics, including the history of commercial whale and dolphin watching in Sri Lanka, the main viewing points, reasons for their presence in Sri Lankan waters, and the common species found there. It also discusses current sightings, trip durations, weather conditions, and the types of boats and yachts used for watching. Additionally, it explores the best methods for observing whales and dolphins and the facilities provided by boat operators. This open discussion allows tourists to share their experiences and knowledge about dolphins and whales.
During the session, refreshments and tea or coffee are provided free of charge. Tourists can also purchase tickets for live dolphin and whale watching in Mirissa and buy locally designed and made whale and dolphin souvenirs.

- Other
- Bottled water
- Snacks
- Tea and coffee
- Other
- Bottled water
- Snacks
- Tea and coffee
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- In-vehicle air conditioning
Sri Lanka is one of the premier destinations on Earth to observe dolphins and whales, including the largest mammal, the Blue Whale. Each year, Sri Lanka welcomes hundreds of tourists eager to witness these magnificent creatures. The waters of Sri Lanka are home to many of the world’s recognized species of dolphins and whales. “Great Whales” is a…
Sri Lanka is one of the premier destinations on Earth to observe dolphins and whales, including the largest mammal, the Blue Whale. Each year, Sri Lanka welcomes hundreds of tourists eager to witness these magnificent creatures. The waters of Sri Lanka are home to many of the world’s recognized species of dolphins and whales. “Great Whales” is a one-hour educational program about whales and dolphins in Sri Lankan waters. It is ideal for families with children, young adults, and seniors who wish to enhance their knowledge of these marine animals. Travelers can purchase unique, locally designed and crafted whale and dolphin souvenirs. “Great Whales” is located in Matara, just 30 minutes from the renowned dolphin and whale watching spot, Mirissa, and Mirissa Beach, and 15 minutes from Polhena Beach. The educational program is led by Ms. A.H. Deepika Kumari, one of the pioneers in whale and dolphin watching in Sri Lanka, with over 12 years of experience in the industry.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.