Signature experience
Private Blue Whale Charters
The world's largest animal, on a sole-use boat at first light.
The story
From November to April off Mirissa, and May to September off Trincomalee, blue whales pass within a few miles of the Sri Lankan coast. We charter sole-use boats with marine biologists at first light — small, quiet vessels rather than the larger commercial cattle-boats.
- From
- $1,800 per charter
- Duration
- Half-day
Inclusions
What's included
- Sole-use boat with a marine biologist
- Sunrise departure to beat the commercial fleet
- Hot breakfast served on board
- Strict no-chase code
- Hydrophone listening on calm days
Answers
Private Blue Whale Charters: questions, answered.
When can I see blue whales in Sri Lanka?+
Mirissa November to April, Trincomalee May to September — the world's only year-round blue whale destination.
Are commercial whale tours ethical?+
Many are not — they chase. A private charter with a biologist on board adheres to international cetacean codes.
