Whale Watching Mirissa with Eagle Eye
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Galle, Sri Lanka
- 4 hours (approx.)
- Pickup offered
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
The largest animal in the world, majestic blue whales can reach up to 100 feet (30 meters) long—and in season Mirissa offers a great chance to see them. Go whale watching the responsible way on this large, stable trimaran, with full safety equipment. The professional crew will ensure you are always a respectful distance from the whales. Your package includes pickup from Mirissa area hotels, breakfast, Wi-Fi—and even sea-sickness pills.
- Look for blue whales, Earth’s largest animal, on a large, stable trimaran
- Stay fueled with snacks, water, hot drinks, and breakfast
- Fully equipped vessel offers first aid, life jackets—and even Wi-Fi
- No need to book a taxi—picks up directly from the Mirissa area
What's Included
- Breakfast
- Snacks
- Bottled water
- All Fees and Taxes
- Insurance and Life Jackets
- Morning free pickup (Mirissa Area)
- First Aid and Sea Sickness Pills
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Start time.7:00 am
What To Expect
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Infant seats available
- Transportation is wheelchair accessible
- Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 70 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Reviews
4.4
based on 145 reviews
First and foremost, I understand that seeing whales is a chance, might / might not happen. What shocked me was the horrible management surrounding the transport to and from the venue. We had to wait in the scorching heat and then they loaded 5 of us in a single tuk-tuk. Inspite of the poor management, the owner didn’t even accept and kept on giving us excuses.
Please don’t spend your hard earned money on this activity.
Response from Host, Jan 2026
Thank you for your feedback. We’re sorry for the inconvenience during the transfer arrangements. At that moment, no additional tuk-tuks were available, and as you were understandably uncomfortable waiting in the heat, this was the only immediate option we could offer. That said, we recognise this was not ideal, and we take your comments seriously as we work to improve our transfer arrangements during busy periods.
— Team Eagle Eye
The crew spent 5 hours on the water to spot whales
No luck but it’s understandable when dealing with nature
All worked according to plan but we needed to proactively confirm the pick up time via Whatsapp. Luckily we did as it was 30 min before what was written in Viator app.
I got really sea sick (despite a sea sick pill) and saw almost nothing - just hanging (vomiting) on lower deck with couple of other fellow travellers.
My wife enjoyed the trip and saw some delphins. No whales for us but that’s just luck.
Ship was less than half full so there was plenty of space for watching.
Unfortunately we didn't see any whales or dolphins, and were forgotten about for pick up, so we had to take a small fishing boat to the main boat. After contacting Eagle Eye, the company apologised and sent a TukTuk for us but the main boat had already left. The smaller boat was actually the highlight of the morning, as it was a good adventure. Once we were on the main boat there were a few motions in the ocean a long way away but it was difficult to see. The ocean was filled with other big whale watching boats, all making a lot of engine noise and loudly all moving at the first sign, so I don't blame the animals for staying out of the way and underwater. I can see why this could easily feel like as a collective, we are harassing the animals. Service on the boat was good - staff were constantly looking out for movement and gave out plenty of fruit and cake. The vegetarian sandwich option wasn't great. As other reviews have mentioned, if you're prone to sea sickness I would proceed with caution or give it a miss. And for everyone, just limit your expectations.
Nothing no whales at all. Knowingly they had organized the tour because a mom and cub were targeted only. Giving this situation (presumably lasting at least several days), they were to cease operations .
İt is waste of money and time
A fabulous trip. Very good ship, The guide was good and English is also good. As a whole a memorable trip. Viator is costly compared to others but the ship was good and the pick up and drop me off to my hotel. Luckily we saw around 15 whales, 3 were very prominent. We need to require to go deep in the sea, the whales were waiting for us at close by area.
I booked this tour and tried to arrange the pick up from our hotel with the boat company. They sell it with pick up included but no one contacted me. Late night I finally got a response from the company, he was at some party calling me to inform me that the pick up wasn't included put we can have it for an extra of 4000 rubies. You asume for that high price and the fact that now pick up is not included anymore, they would mean they pick you and drop you off afterwards, but no. As we arrived we got the information that we only payed for one way extremely arrogant and rude. The boat trip was ok, breakfast not good. The crew on board was really nice and we saw whales.
All in all, the team on land is unprofessional and rude. Its too expensive and just made to get some
Money from tourists.
Response from Host, Dec 2022
Hello,
We accept that it was bit late when we were approaching to your reservation and we apologise for that. But let us explain the pickup scenario for you. It is clearly mentioned that free pickup will be provided only “Around Mirissa are” because with the rise of fuel prices we can not tell you the exact amount for various destinations from mirissa for the pickup and drop off service. Since you were not in that free service area obviously it was a paid service. But as a company we understood that you were disappointed about this and we tried to refund you the amount that you paid for the pickup but unfortunately viator interface gave us a wrong amount of refund and then we cancelled it. But still we would like to process your request. Please drop us an email and we will be more than happy to fulfill your request. Thank your understanding
Cheers
NO whales at the moment. To many boats chasing small bank of dolphins which is very sad. Also plastics floating at sea which is not a great view. However we enjoyed being at sea. Great service on-board.
Watching whales is not guaranteed to have recognized a whale from a distance three times by the water fountain.
Lots of dolphins in groups and a few turtles were there to see.
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Response from Host, Jan 2026
Thank you for sharing your experience! We’re glad you were able to spot whales from a distance and enjoyed seeing dolphins and turtles. As you mentioned, whale sightings are never guaranteed, but we’re happy you got to enjoy the beauty of the ocean and its wildlife.
— Eagle Eye Whale Watching
Das Team war sehr nett! Das Team hat sich sehr viel Mühe gegeben, damit wir Wale sehen und wir haben am Ende mehrere Wale gesehen und Delfine! Es war ein toller Ausflug!
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