Whale Watching

Ecotour guide stands on a kayak spotting dolphins and manatees, around Lido Key

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Blue whale with calf, lafsvk, Iceland

Resident Indo-Pacific bottlenose dolphins at Mikura-jima

Humpback whale illustration from the Edo period, 18th-19th century

Orca near Tysfjorden, Norway

Whale watching business in Saint Andrews, New Brunswick.

Southern right whale, offshore from Cheynes, Western Australia

A couple of humpback whales spotted off the Gold Coast, Queensland

Whale Watching

Trincomalee

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Whale Watching, Trincomalee Overview

Trincomalee is blessed with rich biodiversity and is renowned as one of the best locations in the world for whale watching, particularly during certain times of the year. The best time typically runs from March to August, when the waters off the coast become a migratory route for several species of whales, including blue whales, sperm whales, and humpback whales. Whale-watching tours are available with options for half-day or full-day excursions, as well as private charters and group tours.

Whale-watching tours in Trincomalee are typically conducted by experienced guides and boat operators. Some tour operators provide onboard naturalists or marine biologists who offer insights into the behavior and biology of the whales, enhancing the educational value of the experience. You can embark on guided boat excursions from Trincomalee's harbor or nearby coastal towns, heading out into the open ocean in search of whales. In addition to whales, Trincomalee's waters are also home to other marine life, including dolphins, sea turtles, and various fish species.

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Cultural & East Coast Tour Of Sri Lanka

Colomb(0N) → Sigiriya(1N) → Trincomalee(3N) → Kandy(1N) → Colombo(1N)

₹38,500/person

6 Days / 5 Nights

Magical Sri Lanka Monsoon Edition Tour Package

Anuradhapura(1N) → Trincomalee(1N) → Habarana(1N) → Kandy(2N)

₹21,999/person

15 Days / 14 Nights

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