Sri Lanka Navy Whale Watching

Sailing from galle- go early to get seats in better places - officers are professional and Kind - contact them through WhatsApp - emailing not required - Saturdays only sailing - do not carry water bottles or food- those included in the package - (for one person they will give 2 food boxes and a water bottle) so make sure to collect each 2 boxes for 1 if you going as a group - and they have a cantin which sell products for very reasonable prices, Carry a bag with you so you can bring back the remaining fruits or anything, for kids sea sick is almost there so do the needful before onboard, upper floor deck saw more comfortable seatings but no idea about that, you can go Park vehicles inside,

This programme is run by SL NAVY. They use this A543 ship for whale watching. This ship can carry more than 100 people at once. They provide a free meal for each person too. If you feel tired you can rest inside the ship. The seats are comfortable. There is no rush at all. After we get out from the harber we were allowed to come out side and experience the real thing. After we sail for like 2h we get a chance to see hundreds of dolphines. You can see them very closely and clearly. But seen a whale is very rare. Fortunatly I got a chance to see a whale. It apeared once and came up again like after 10 minutes. When they say there is a whale you better pay your full attention to the sea. I sudgest you to burrow sunglasses and some hats because you are exposing to direct sunlight while you are outside the ship. It will be more fun if you have a pair of binoculars too. Because you can see the other ships using it. This experience is a lifetime experience. Highly Recommend.

Most safest and comfortable cruise for whales and dolphins watching. Operated by Navy. Fair charges. Competent crew.

It's a wonderful and very rare experience one should get in life time. Facilities are excellent and very kind hospitality. Thanks navy brothers!

Enjoyed Whale and Dolphin watching comfortably on Sri Lanka Navy's passenger craft 'Princess of Lanka' while adhering to the safety guidelines during pandemic situation.

Sri Lanka Navy team provides excellent and professional service throughout the process from initial booking to end of the cruise. Extremely satisfied with their approach to safety and organization.

Pricing is very reasonable given the available facilities and experience on board. Snacks and refreshments are included. Life jackets are provided. Medical and Life Saving Teams are onboard in case of emergency as well.

Recommended for families with kids for a memorable experience, and free of charge for children below 6 years too.

Thank you very much for Sri lanka navy giving to superb service to us and any one needs to go for whale watching can highly recommend for cruise ship princess of Lanka Sri lanka navy

We had a great time. Ship crew was excellent and very helpful. Also we felt safe on board. They gave us so much time to watch Whales and were never in a hurry. We saw 6 Whales in total.

Fantastic experience and thank you Sri Lanka Navy for operating this project.

Highly recommended for whale watching in Sri Lanka. Decent and friendly service with great care. It will give a high value to your money

Highly recommend for Dolphin and Whale watching. Safe, comfortable, guaranteed, professional service. Great for family with kids. Not the best for photographers (Will be hard to find a good spot on the deck, with the crowd). Food, drink, life jackets are provided. Cruise starts from Galle Navy camp and go towards Mirissa/Matara and back. It took about 6 hours for the ride (depends on the location of Dolphins/Whales).

The best service received from Sri Lanka Navy. They facilitated every thing we want. If you wish to go for Whalewatching boat ride you should select SL Navy service because of Assured protection through out your journey.
However I should say this. Before you board to the ship just think about your ability to bare situations like boat Rides. If you are a person who get sick (vomiting) while travelling just have a tablet to avoid such a situation. Otherwise you will ruin your journey.

Great service, and Hospitality. Lovely cruise. Providing a good service and worth for the price. Can accommodate many people. We had a very enjoyable, highly organized and memorable half day with the Sri Lankan Navy. Based in Galle port. Thank you very much Sri Lanka Navy. Great project….

~ Quote from Naval website ~

The Sri Lanka Navy's passenger craft "Princess of Lanka" set sail on a new journey at the launching of "whale watching project" venture since 30 January 2011 at port of Galle. The Princess of Lanka passenger vessel played a pivotal role in ferrying thousands of security forces personnel, civilians and goods between Trincomalee, Kankesanthurai ports and Thalai Mannar till the main land supply routes were cleared and restored after the dawn of peace.

From Galle (month of November to April)
General Cruise
Ship is scheduled to sail on every Saturday and Sunday at 0700hrs from Naval Base at Galle harbour. A snack pack with soft drinks will be provided during these cruises.

From Trincomalee (month of May to October)
General Cruise
Ship is scheduled to sail on every Saturday and Sunday at 0700hrs from Nicholson cove pier, Naval Dockyard at Trincomalee. A snack pack with soft drinks will be provided during these cruises.