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Boat Trips & Whale Watching
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Boat Trips & Whale Watching

The waters off Sri Lanka's Southern Coast are among the best places in the world to spot Blue Whales, Sperm Whales, and Spinner Dolphins. Our family team arranges personalised boat trips — from thrilling whale watching excursions to peaceful river safaris on the Bentota River and glass-bottom boat adventures over the coral reef.


Whale & Dolphin Watching

Whale & Dolphin Watching

Blue Whales — the largest animals on Earth — can be spotted just a few miles offshore from November to April. Spinner Dolphins are present year-round and often ride the bow wave of the boat. Our trusted local boat partners know exactly where to go for the best sightings, with a strong conservation ethos.

Blue WhalesSpinner DolphinsNov–Apr peak seasonHalf day trip
Glass-Bottom Boat & Coral Reef

Glass-Bottom Boat & Coral Reef

Explore the colourful coral reefs of the Southern Coast without even getting wet — our glass-bottom boat trips let you peer into the crystal-clear ocean and watch tropical fish darting among the coral. You might even spot a sea turtle gliding gracefully below the hull. Suitable for all ages including young children.

Glass-bottom boatCoral reef viewingTropical fishSuitable for all ages

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