Whale & Dolphin Watching in Trincomalee Private Tour

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Private Whale Watching in Trincomalee – Exclusive Tour

Experience Private Whale Watching in Trincomalee on a circa three-hour trip in the blue waters. If you seek privacy, this tour offers a more engaging experience. You will be the only passengers on board, and we are happy to assist with any special requests you may have.

Your Exclusive Experience

Under the guidance of an expert boatman, you will sail the Indian Ocean in a comfortable, safe, and brand new boat. The ocean is usually calmer in the morning, allowing you to enjoy its fresh breeze and the start of the day.

Optimal Timing and Location

During the day, the temperature rises considerably, and we recommend only short boat trips during the warmer hours. Therefore, for your optimal experience and comfort, we schedule our Private Whale Watching in Trincomalee tour at 6:00 AM. You will need to wake up a bit early, but we are confident this magical adventure will richly compensate your effort. Although whales and dolphins can be spotted throughout the Trincomalee area, we prefer the secluded Nilaveli area for our tours. Less touristic and crowded, Nilaveli boasts a beautiful exotic beach we highly recommend visiting. Nilaveli is located north of Trincomalee, with the famous Pigeon Island just in front of it.

Encountering Marine Life

You can encounter incredible marine life in their natural habitat. Blue Whales, Sperm Whales, Bryde’s Whales, Spinner Dolphins, and Striped Dolphins are some of the beautiful mammals you might see. Sometimes you may also see pods of Bottlenose Dolphins; their blows are noticeably louder compared to other dolphin species. In rare cases, Killer Whales, Dwarf Sperm Whales, and Rough-Toothed Dolphins reveal their presence. The ocean here is full of fish, and frequently you can observe fish schools jumping out of the water. The Spinner Dolphins are the most common cetacean species in Trincomalee. Their pods are often observed following Yellowfin Tuna fish. Local fishermen take advantage of the highly visible Spinner pods to help locate and catch Yellowfins.

Finding the Whales and Dolphins

Whale watching is not an exact science, and predicting the precise species you will see on any given day is difficult. However, by combining extensive local knowledge with an understanding of seasonal patterns, our expert guides will skillfully lead you to the areas where you are most likely to find these incredible cetaceans. Our ultimate goal is to make your experience unique and thoroughly enjoyable.

A complimentary breakfast awaits you at the end of the tour. Therefore, if you also plan to visit Pigeon Island on the same day, we highly recommend booking the Pigeon Island tour scheduled at 10:00 AM. This timing ensures you will have sufficient time to enjoy your snacks and relax before embarking on your next trip.

Tour Details: 

  • Opening period: February 1st – September 30th
  • Daily Departure Scheduling: 6:00 AM
  • Number of participants: Min 1 – Max 6
  • Departure Point: National Park Ticket Counter – at the beach of Anilana resort
  • Estimated duration: Min 2h – Max 3h depending on where mammals will be encountered

Included: 

  • All boat fees and taxes
  • Water and soft drinks
  • Typical Sri Lankan snacks (vegetable roties, fresh fruit) and black tea served at the end of the tour
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