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Mirissa Snorkeling: Private Sea Turtle Tour (Beginners  Safe)
Water activities • From Balapitiya, Bentota, Galle, Hikkaduwa, Koggala

Mirissa Snorkeling: Private Sea Turtle Tour (Beginners Safe)

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English guided
Morning departure
Up to 3 hrs
Private group
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
★ 5.0 (2) • New Activity
Rp 354,792
Yala National Park Premium Safari : Private & Shared Jeep Tour
Outdoor & sports activities • From Tissamaharama, Weerawila, Hambantota, Colombo

Yala National Park Premium Safari : Private & Shared Jeep Tour

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English guided
7+ hrs
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
★ 5.0 (4)
Rp 332,618
Whale and Dolphin Watching in Mirissa
Water activities • Mirissa

Whale and Dolphin Watching in Mirissa

English guided
Morning departure
3-5 hrs
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
★ 3.9 (42) • 800+ booked
Rp 1,093,292
Sri Lanka Grand Tour Private 7-Day Experience
Tours • From Colombo, Kalutara, Ella, Gampaha District, Panadura DS Division

Sri Lanka Grand Tour Private 7-Day Experience

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Private tour
English guided
Private group
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
★ 4.9 (34) • 100+ booked
Rp 13,304,708
Mirissa: Whale & Dolphin Watching Cruise with Geeth’s Crew
Water activities • Mirissa

Mirissa: Whale & Dolphin Watching Cruise with Geeth’s Crew

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English guided
Morning departure
3-5 hrs
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
★ 3.3 (4) • 50+ booked
From Rp 394,174
Colombo Yala & Ella 5-Day Private Wildlife & Cultural Tour
Klook's choice
Tours • From Colombo

Colombo Yala & Ella 5-Day Private Wildlife & Cultural Tour

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Private tour
English guided
Private group
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
★ 5.0 (6)
Rp 17,517,866
Ella Nine Arches Bridge & Little Adam's Peak Private Tour
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Tours • From Ella, Colombo, Kalutara, Gampaha

Ella Nine Arches Bridge & Little Adam's Peak Private Tour

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Private tour
English guided
Private group
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
★ 4.8 (31) • 100+ booked
Rp 2,247,077
Turtle Snorkeling Mirissa: Expert Guides & 100% Sighting Guarantee
Water activities • Mirissa

Turtle Snorkeling Mirissa: Expert Guides & 100% Sighting Guarantee

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English guided
Morning departure
Up to 3 hrs
Private group
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
★ 4.5 (2)
Rp 443,490
Mirissa Unforgettable Snorkeling Experience with Turtles
Klook's choice
Water activities • Mirissa

Mirissa Unforgettable Snorkeling Experience with Turtles

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English guided
Morning departure
Up to 3 hrs
Private group
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
★ 4.8 (25) • 50+ booked
Rp 443,490
Whale Watching Mirissa VIP Private Sports Boat Trip
Outdoor & sports activities • Mirissa

Whale Watching Mirissa VIP Private Sports Boat Trip

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English guided
Morning departure
3-5 hrs
Private group
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
Rp 11,087,257
Sri Lanka Multi-Day Private Guided Tour
Klook's choice
Tours • From Colombo

Sri Lanka Multi-Day Private Guided Tour

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Private tour
English guided
Private group
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
★ 5.0 (2)
Rp 15,300,414
Private Mirissa 3 Icons Tour
Tours • Mirissa

Private Mirissa 3 Icons Tour

Private tour
English guided
Private group
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
100+ booked
Rp 574,941

Hotels in Mirissa

Sri Lanka
Hotels • Mirissa

Sri Lanka

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From Rp 1,150,462
Perfect view mirissa
Hotels • Mirissa

Perfect view mirissa

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From Rp 1,101,945
Central Beach Inn
Hotels • Mirissa

Central Beach Inn

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★ 4.0 (34)
From Rp 778,433
Coastline Mirissa Boutique hotel and spa
Hotels • Mirissa

Coastline Mirissa Boutique hotel and spa

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★ 4.2 (5)
From Rp 2,074,986
Triple O Six
Hotels • Mirissa

Triple O Six

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★ 4.4 (60)
From Rp 2,067,825
Istana Villa Mirissa
Hotels • Mirissa

Istana Villa Mirissa

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From Rp 473,995
Coral Beach Hotel
Hotels • Mirissa

Coral Beach Hotel

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★ 3.0 (5)
From Rp 696,257
Mirissa Beach Inn
Hotels • Mirissa

Mirissa Beach Inn

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★ 4.2 (29)
From Rp 454,742
Randiya Sea View Hotel
Hotels • Mirissa

Randiya Sea View Hotel

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★ 3.9 (35)
From Rp 886,211
AWON Hotel
Hotels • Mirissa

AWON Hotel

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From Rp 712,191
Hostel First Mirissa
Hotels • Mirissa

Hostel First Mirissa

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From Rp 573,441
Weligama Bay Eco Villa
Hotels • Mirissa

Weligama Bay Eco Villa

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★ 4.9 (7)
From Rp 213,228

Reviews of Mirissa activities

Rovilyn ********
2026-03-14 11:37:29
Fantastic 5.0
We had a very great travel with Ceylon Travel having Mr Oshan our Tour guide who was very accommodating and attentive to us. Overall we have a long day but the experience is imprinted in memories cannot be forgotten. We had the comfortable transportation and best experience with Mr Oshan as our tour guide.
Ainazik **********
2026-06-20 06:08:55
Fantastic 5.0
Eranda and Chamoth exceeded our expectations. Friendly, professional, and talented. The extra 6,000 LKR for the photo and video package was definitely worth it. Highly recommend! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Klook User
2026-06-06 06:26:35
Fantastic 5.0
we had an amazing time , our guide made sure we saw enough turtles and helped us throughout with the breathing and clicking our pics underwater, he took us inside safely even to see the coral reefs , we would definitely recommend to go with them
Klook User
2026-03-20 04:37:33
Fantastic 5.0
Amazing cruise and an unforgettable experience! 🐋🐬 On time pickup, I was a solo tripper, but did not feel like one, they greeted me with a big smile and treated to a delicious breakfast, tea, water, cake, and bananas on board. Along the way we spotted spinner dolphins, bottlenose dolphins, false killer whales, and to top it all off, a majestic fin whale. The crew made sure, we see them all before ending the trip Great organization and a fantastic atmosphere - highly recommended! The boat is very comfortable!
Klook用戶
2026-04-25 02:25:03
Fantastic 5.0
Absolutely fantastic 7-day tour in Sri Lanka with Ceylon Paradise Travel. Our guide Chanaka was professional, welcoming, and very knowledgeable. He flexibly and thoughtfully adjusted the plans according to the weather. The itinerary matched our interests perfectly, and every day felt enjoyable and well organized. We learned a lot, took great photos, and truly felt taken care of from start to finish. Highly recommended for anyone who wants a personalized and stress-free way to explore Sri Lanka!
Klook User
2026-03-22 14:00:33
Fantastic 5.0
Had a wonderful holiday in Sri Lanka!! Kuddos to Ravi for giving me memorable memories in Sri Lanka through it’s beautiful history in Sigiriya and Polonaruwa and also wonderful experience in Yala National Park!! will try diving next time in Sri Lanka (Ravi’s recommendation)! 😁😁😁
Amarnah *******
2026-02-26 14:58:46
Fantastic 5.0
had a great time on the tour. I did think I booked a tour in which I joined in with a group of people, it was a private tour, not an issue. the itinerary was good, covered all the things I could’ve wanted to see, the accommodations were good, clean and comfortable. my tour guide Sanjaya was great. friendly and accommodating. highly recommend this tour.
Klook User
2026-04-05 12:40:37
Fantastic 5.0
Thank you for a wonderful time! It was a truly enjoyable experience! The pick-up and drop-off from Colombo were also perfect. Highly recommended!
Klook User
2026-03-19 04:33:29
Fantastic 5.0
great experience. thousands of dolphins and one whale. they serve a lot of food and water. highly recommended

Mirissa at a glance

When is the busiest time for Mirissa activities?

Book earlier for peak months

Busier than usual Quieter than usual
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Typical
-100%
Busiest +148%
Jan
+37%
Feb
+17%
Mar
+54%
Apr
-50%
May
-50%
Jun
-40%
Jul
-73% Quietest
Aug
-67%
Sep
-56%
Oct
-16%
Nov
+27%
Dec

Bookings peak in January (about 148% above a typical month) while August is quiet, roughly 73% below a typical month, so expect heavy demand in January and much easier availability and fewer crowds in August. Based on Klook historical booking data.

When is Mirissa cheapest?

Find months that fit your budget. Prices in USD.

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Avg $52 Priciest $90 Cheapest $25
Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun

Activities are typically cheapest in June at around USD 25, roughly 72% below the priciest month in August, so you’ll often find the best prices in June — which also falls in the quieter season shown above. Based on Klook booking data, July 2025 – June 2026.

How far ahead should you book?

Plan ahead so you don’t miss out

1 daysLast-minute
2 daysTypical
8 daysEarly

Most travellers book very close in, about 2 days ahead, so Mirissa suits spontaneous trips; during the January peak consider booking earlier to secure spots. Based on Klook booking data, February 2026 – July 2026.

Quick facts about Mirissa

General info
  • Time zone

    No time difference

  • Currency

    1IDR = 0.02LKR

  • Official languages

What to know before visiting Mirissa

Quick snapshot of Mirissa and what people book

Mirissa is a laid-back coastal town known for water activities, cruises and small guided tours, and demand on Klook swings through the year with a clear high season. Water activities and cruises lead bookings, and the rhythm of the year means a busy January and much quieter late summer months.

Best times to visit and how prices behave

Klook booking data shows January is the busiest month while August sees the lowest demand. Prices, however, peak in August and drift lower through the spring into early summer, with the typically cheapest point in June. For lower prices and smaller crowds, consider visiting around June when prices are typically at their lowest and demand is much reduced; for the classic peak-season atmosphere pick January when activity is busiest even though prices are higher. Note the mismatch: demand peaks in January while the priciest month by Klook data is August, so crowd levels and price levels do not always move together.

Tips for travellers

Most experiences in Mirissa can be booked at short notice: Klook’s typical lead time is about two days and many bookings are possible a day before. If you prefer flexibility, you can plan spontaneously; if you’re travelling in the busiest month (January) consider booking earlier within the platform’s typical advance window to secure popular water activities and cruises. Use Klook to compare available slots and lock in the options that fit your dates.

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