What to do and see in Mirissa, Southern Province: The Best Sightseeing Tours

September 10, 2021 Diedre Savory

Mirissa (Sinhalese: මිරිස්ස) is a small town on the south coast of Sri Lanka, located in the Matara District of the Southern Province. It is approximately 150 kilometres (93 mi) south of Colombo and is situated at an elevation of 4 metres (13 ft) above sea level. Mirissa's beach and nightlife make it a popular tourist destination. It is also a fishing port and one of the island's main whale and dolphin watching locations.
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1. Whale Watching Experience in Mirissa

Mirissa, Sri Lanka ZRI Adventures
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Take an exciting yet comfortable boat trip out to sea and be fortunate to see Blue Whales; the largest creatures on earth, Bryde’s Whales, Sperm Whales, Killer Whales and Fin Whales. You can also meet pods of friendly Dolphins such as the Common dolphins, Bottlenose dolphins, Spinner dolphins, Risso’s dolphins and striped dolphins as they playfully somersault and dance on the ocean waves. There’s also a good chance of seeing flying fish, turtle, manta rays and even sharks.

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Reviewed By Fearless19794903358

The experience was amazing! The instructors were really helpful and friendly! We ended up taking up more water sports than what we planned initially. Would definite recommend this experience to anyone interested!

2. Snorkeling with Whales in Mirissa

Mirissa, Sri Lanka ZRI Adventures
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The opportunity to swim with whales is a privilege. The act of swimming with whales is an art. Every day is different on the water, and every encounter is unique. We swim with whales most days, but on some days this may only be briefly. Other days we swim for longer periods.

Inclusions: Use of SCUBA equipment, Snacks, Bottled water

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Reviewed By Fearless19794903358

The experience was amazing! The instructors were really helpful and friendly! We ended up taking up more water sports than what we planned initially. Would definite recommend this experience to anyone interested!

3. Visit Sri Lanka in 11 Nights 12 Days

Hellow Travel
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Visit Sri Lanka in 11 Nights 12 Days has been specially designed reveal an many historical, Natural Beauty, and Adventure of Sri Lanka, which comes with an option for customization, too. Discover things to see and do, places to stay and more WHAT IS INCLUDED IN VISIT SRI LANKA IN 11 NIGHTS 12 DAYS • Star Class Hotel Accommodation as per the selected plan. • International Buffet Breakfast and Dinner. • All government taxes. • Airport pickup and drop off. • Air conditioned luxury vehicle with Passenger insurance. • Toll fees and highway charges • Driver meals, accommodations. • English Speaking chauffeur driver. • Special arrangement for Honeymooners. ** Customization can be done as per the request. Speak to us for more details.

Inclusions: 11 nights accommodations in Star classed Hotels with the selected meal plan option., Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, All taxes, fees and handling charges, Driver accommodation & Meals., English Speaking Chauffeur Driver., Accommodation as per itinerary, Local insurance & passenger insurance, Airport pickup and Drop off., Meals as per itinerary (B=breakfast, L=lunch, D=dinner), Transport by private vehicle.

Exclusions: Activity Cost, Entrance Tickets and Sight Seen charges., Christmas Eve (24th Dec) New Year Eve (31st Dec) and Kandy Perahara Period Supplement is not Included to the Package., Early check in and late checkout charges., Tips, gratitude and personal expenses.

Reviewed By alibaLondon

What an amazing experience in Sri Lanka . All sorted for us by Hellow travel and also an amazing guide Thushara. We saw so much and great hotels . So organised. Would recommend this company anytime.

4. Sri Lanka 8 Day Classic Tour

Budget Taxi Sri Lanka
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During this Round Tour we will be sight-seeing areas in the following destinations: Sigiriya, Anuradhapura, Mihintale, Kandy, Dambulla, Nuwara Eliya, Tissamaharama, Mirissa. The guests will be provided with good quality, air conditioned, comfortable vehicles with a driver-guide to help with your tour and free wi-fi. All vehicles will have baby seats available if needed. We provide hotel accommodations for 7 Nights in good quality hotels varying from Economy / Budget hotels to Standard Hotels to Luxury Hotels. The charges will change depending on your selection.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, 7 nights hotel accommodation (Selection of Budget hotel or Standard hotel or Luxury hotel, Coffee and/or Tea, Driver / Guide, Transport in A/C vehicle (Van & Car), Free Wi-Fi during the whole tour, Bottled water, Local insurance for the vehicle, Highway Fees , Passenger Insurance cover , Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Lunch, Gratuities, National Park fees, All taxes, fees and handling charges, Local taxes

Reviewed By gajgca121

We got our trip arranged very quickly via email, and the price was reasonable. Definitely cheaper than the prices you get from the street. And this was without haggling. We booked a trip from Budget Taxi Sri Lanka to World's End to Kandy, so it wasn't a standard two way trip either. The car had AC and we were comfortable. Our backpacks fit in the car nicely too. The driver was very friendly and drove safely for the whole trip. We stopped to eat in some tea factory he recommended and the food was very good as well.

Bandaranaike International Airport, Canada Friendship Rd, කටුනායක 11450, Sri Lanka Visit Amazing Ceylon
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1️⃣ Free Water bottles and Sim card 2️⃣We Have Good English Speaking Drivers 3️⃣Dates can be added as you wish. 4️⃣This is one of basic tour plan. If you have a plan we are very happy to follow that. 5️⃣After service only you can Pay(Last Day)

Inclusions: Water bottles, welcome, luxury car

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Reviewed By 907tejasb

Ramayana visit and cannady visit beach visit. Complete your organised by Ceylon was amazing. Thanks lot

6. 8-Day Classic Tour with driver, vehicle and H/B accommodations

Lanka Safe Tours
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Summary of the 8-Day Sri Lanka Classic Tour During this Round Tour we will be sight-seeing areas in the following destinations: Sigiriya, /Polonaruwa /Minneriya National Park , /Kandy,/ Dambulla, /Nuwara Eliya,/ ella /Tissamaharama, Mirissa./ Colmbo.. The guests will be provided with good quality, air conditioned, comfortable vehicles with a driver-guide to help with your tour and free wi-fi. All vehicles will have baby seats available if needed.  We provide hotel accommodations for 7 Nights in good quality hotels varying from Economy / Budget hotels to Standard Hotels to Luxury Hotels. Super luxury 5 stars Hotell..The charges will change depending on your selection.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, 7 nights hotel accommodation (depending on your selection of standards - Budget / Economy hotel or Standard hotel or Luxury hotel), Breakfast, Coffee and/or Tea, Driver/guide, Port pickup and drop-off, Transport by private vehicle, Transport in A/C vehicle (Van & Car), Bottled water, Free Wi-Fi during the whole tour, Sri Lanka Tourism board registered license., Highway Fees , Local insurance for the vehicle, Passenger Insurance cover , Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Lunch, Gratuities, National Park fees, Local taxes, All taxes, fees and handling charges

Reviewed By marywZ1077NS

I had great trip to srilanka and thanks to Lanka safe tours srilanka special thanks to Nilanga our driver and thanks Dinesh for arranging. excellent Bio bubble tour in Sri Lanka.our trip who was very good starting from warm welcome at airport to drop at airport . I had a 3night and 4 day trip to srilanka it was awsome and memorable .

7. Sri Lanka 5 Days sightseeing tour package - Private tour

Sri Lanka BTR SL
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Tour will be unique and private,Spend your holiday with us in Sri Lanka. Our team will be always with you.Sri Lanka is a beautiful island with different entertaining places. You can visit the historical dutch fortress in Galle ,the best asian beach Unawatuna ,A boat tour in Madu river seeing different islands in the river ,Elephants and different animals in udawalawa national park and waterfalls such as Rawana falls.Your all five days will be very interesting and entertaining with our private tour onl you and your team at the tour

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Airport or Hotel Pick up and Drop off , 4 Night accommodation , Private Safari tour at Udawalawe National Park, Private boat tour at Madu river, 5 Days private Tour

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Reviewed By F1129KUrebeccas

Our tour started with the pick up from our hotel at Galle fort. Roshan was so friendly and extremely informative. Had a wonderful day with new friends, enjoying the scenery and hiking the Rainforest. This should be in everyone's list when visiting Sri Lanka. Loved the added bonus of Tea factory visit. Guide Wigitha made the day amazing. Although no rain in the rainforest ,this day made the hike a bit less slippery, the flora, fauna and the waterfall -- all made a lovely day. One of our Dreams was to swim under the waterfall, and we got a chance to do it here. Transportation was comfortable and efficient, and the lunch was delicious. Would highly recommend this tour and also this tour company.

8. Speed Boat- Private Whale Watching Trip

Whale Watching CHAMINDA, Mawatha Gedara Watta, Udupila Road, Mirissa 81740, Sri Lanka Whale Watching Chaminda
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On Speed Boat Whale Watching Trip exclusively dedicated to you two or your family or else your team you can even better enjoy it whatever way you would like to experience it-sometimes even closer encounters with whales yet without any violation of rules. Getting on board around 7 am you can reach the habitat within less than an hour where you will find yourself experiencing the ever- surprising moments on the sea. Speed Boat. • Length- 8.5 m • Seating Capacity- upto eight heads • Engine- 200 Hp Susuki twin engine (with an extra engine) • Speed- maximum 25 Knots (45 sea miles per hour) • other facilities-onboard toilet • Safety. 100% safe with life Jackets and with life Guards. • The Two licensed Captains on-board are Registered Life Guards with International lifesaving certifications • The crew enjoys more than 10 years hands-on experience handling over 1000 private whale watching excursions. The trip is done 100% as per the international whale watching rules and best practices

Inclusions: Breakfast, Bottled water, Coffee and/or Tea, Snacks, Restroom on board, WiFi on board, Live Commentary while on the go by a Naturalist, Private transportation

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Reviewed By christi873

This was a nice experience. We were lucky to see whale sharks and blue whales. They offered us fresh fruits and coffee. The sailing was at about two hours. Thank you and enjoyed the tour.

9. Whale Watching Mirissa with Eagle Eye

Eagle Eye Whale Watching
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Welcome to Eagle Eye Whales & Dolphin Watching. "Blue Whale" the largest animal in the world - one of the most beautiful creatures of nature. Not everyone has the chance to see this living being with their own eyes. What if you are interested in this? Need a good service provider to join with? If Yes, we can provide you this once in a life time experience with best service. It's been more than 6 years, we are still doing our best to our guests. A brand new TriMaran vessel, well acknowledged professional crew is always there to give you the best of us. We maintain the distance between boat and the animal. Our purpose is to protect the animal and give you our best when you are with us.

Inclusions: Coffee and/or Tea, Breakfast, Snacks, Bottled water, All Fees and Taxes, Insurance and Life Jackets, Morning free pickup (Mirissa Area), Wifi, First Aid and Sea Sickness Pills

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Reviewed By Klj12373

As the title suggests, it was a short trip. Would have been nice to stay out longer. The crew were very friendly and provided some information on the whales, but this could be improved. The boat was average (viewing layout and facilities) and breakfast wasn't great. Refreshments were fair. Saw a few whales and once everyone confirmed they had seen at least one we were on our way back. GENERALLY speaking, most of the boats are similar and the viewing experience isn't as good as I've experienced elsewhere in the world. You wait around in a huddle of boats and then it's throttle down to get as close to the whale before the others.

10. Koggala Lake Boat Tour

Galle, Sri Lanka BTR SL

Pick you from your hotel .You will first meet up the Tours crew and transfer to Koggala. It's around 22 Km from Galle city, The car or took took can stop near the lake there are no any hiking or extr walk. the Boat ride start from koggala lake and vist the surounded island and spen around 2 hours at the lake.The location boasts a diverse range of flora and fauna. You might see monkeys, chameleons, extensive birdlife and a vast range of tropical trees, plants. After finish lovely day tour we will drop you to to the hotel your wish

Inclusions: Hotel pick-up and drop-off , Guide, Private Boat Tour, Priva car,van or took took with the services , Entrance tickets, Bottle Water

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Reviewed By F1129KUrebeccas

Our tour started with the pick up from our hotel at Galle fort. Roshan was so friendly and extremely informative. Had a wonderful day with new friends, enjoying the scenery and hiking the Rainforest. This should be in everyone's list when visiting Sri Lanka. Loved the added bonus of Tea factory visit. Guide Wigitha made the day amazing. Although no rain in the rainforest ,this day made the hike a bit less slippery, the flora, fauna and the waterfall -- all made a lovely day. One of our Dreams was to swim under the waterfall, and we got a chance to do it here. Transportation was comfortable and efficient, and the lunch was delicious. Would highly recommend this tour and also this tour company.

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