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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
5.0 / 5
(6)
₹ 1,800
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
4.8 / 5
(26) • 50+ booked
₹ 2,400
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
4.9 / 5
(36) • 100+ booked
₹ 71,991
Whale and Dolphin Watching in Mirissa
Water activities • Mirissa

Whale and Dolphin Watching in Mirissa

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English guided
Morning departure
3.9 / 5
(42) • 800+ booked
₹ 5,916
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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Morning departure
3-5 hrs
3.3 / 5
(4) • 50+ booked
₹ 2,133
Galle and Surrounding Areas Day Tour from Colombo
Tours • From Colombo

Galle and Surrounding Areas Day Tour from Colombo

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Private tour
English guided
3.7 / 5
(19) • 300+ booked
₹ 7,679
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
4.5 / 5
(2)
₹ 2,400
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
5.0 / 5
(2)
₹ 82,789
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
5.0 / 5
(6)
₹ 94,788
Ella Nine Arches Bridge & Little Adam's Peak Private Tour
Klook's choice
Tours • From Ella, Colombo, Kalutara, Gampaha

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

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Private tour
English guided
4.8 / 5
(32) • 100+ booked
₹ 12,159
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
5.0 / 5
(4) • New Activity
₹ 1,920
Private Mirissa 3 Icons Tour
Tours • Mirissa

Private Mirissa 3 Icons Tour

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Private tour
English guided
100+ booked
₹ 3,111

Hotels in Mirissa

Coastline Mirissa Boutique hotel and spa
Hotels • Mirissa

Coastline Mirissa Boutique hotel and spa

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4.2 / 5
(5)
From
₹ 11,167.5
Sri Lanka
Hotels • Mirissa

Sri Lanka

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From
₹ 6,191.75
Central Beach Inn
Hotels • Mirissa

Central Beach Inn

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4.0 / 5
(34)
From
₹ 4,189.5
Sandy Bliss
Hotels • Mirissa

Sandy Bliss

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From
₹ 11,508.26
Mira Mirissa
Hotels • Mirissa

Mira Mirissa

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From
₹ 5,534.94
Mirissa Beach Villa
Hotels • Mirissa

Mirissa Beach Villa

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5.0 / 5
(3)
From
₹ 27,074.67
Perfect view mirissa
Hotels • Mirissa

Perfect view mirissa

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₹ 5,930.63
White Villa Beach Resort
Hotels • Mirissa

White Villa Beach Resort

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₹ 3,804.08
Coral Beach Hotel
Hotels • Mirissa

Coral Beach Hotel

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3.0 / 5
(5)
From
₹ 3,747.23
Mirissa Gate
Hotels • Mirissa

Mirissa Gate

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3.9 / 5
(11)
From
₹ 6,753.49
Somerset Mirissa Beach
Hotels • Mirissa

Somerset Mirissa Beach

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From
₹ 5,355.39
Emerald Bay Resort Mirissa
Hotels • Mirissa

Emerald Bay Resort Mirissa

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4.7 / 5
(6)
From
₹ 9,153.69

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
2026-04-05 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
2026-03-22 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.

Mirissa at a glance

When is the busiest time to visit Mirissa?

Based on what travelers booked on Klook

Busier than usual Quieter than usual
+200%
+100%
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

Demand peaks in January (about 148% above a typical month) while August is much quieter (about 73% below a typical month), so travellers from the Philippines should book early for January and expect easier availability in August. Based on Klook historical booking data.

When is Mirissa cheapest?

Find months that fit your budget.

$100
$80
$60
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Avg $52 Priciest $90 Cheapest $25
Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun

Activities are cheapest in June (~USD 25), roughly 72% below the priciest month in August, so visiting in June can mean lower activity costs; note August is both the priciest month and the quietest on the demand chart. 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 to departure — typical booking is about 2 days ahead — so short-notice trips work well; still consider booking earlier during January’s peak. Based on Klook booking data, February 2026 – July 2026.

Quick facts about Mirissa

General info
  • Time zone

    No time difference

  • Currency

    1INR = 3.45LKR

  • Official languages

What to know before visiting Mirissa

Quick snapshot of Mirissa and what to expect

Mirissa is a compact coastal town best known for water activities, cruises and short tours, with most bookings concentrated in the busy season. Demand on Klook peaks in January and falls to a low in August, so the town’s rhythm swings between lively peak months and much quieter late-summer weeks.

Best times to visit for crowds and prices

Klook data show January as the busiest month and August as the quietest. Prices, however, are highest in August and drift down through the spring into early summer, with the lowest typical prices appearing in June. If you want lower prices and smaller crowds, aim for June or the shoulder months when prices are typically lower and demand reduced; for peak-season atmosphere and the busiest activity schedule, visit in January. Note that demand and price diverge here: the busiest month (January) is not the most expensive, while the quietest month (August) is when prices tend to peak.

Tips for travellers from the Philippines

Most travellers from the Philippines book Mirissa experiences a couple of days ahead, so a short-notice trip is feasible and flexible. For travel during January’s peak, plan a bit earlier—typical advance booking windows suggest locking in key water activities and cruises about a week ahead to secure preferred times. Use Klook to compare available slots and times, especially for water-based outings, and pick options that match your travel dates and budget.

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