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• Early start with an excellent trip

  maldivesfundiver,,Jan 24, 2026

  - Review from Tripadvisor

  5.00

  It’s a good idea to get to the boat early just after six for a 7 o’clock start to get some goodseats A snack sandwich was provided on the way out and we were so lucky to see a blue whale and some pilot whales. The experience was sensational. The crew were very nice good English spoken and the whole experience was well worth it

• Amazing!

  Z5095QSsharonb,,Jan 23, 2026

  - Review from Tripadvisor

  5.00

  Amazing whale watching experience! We were lucky enough to see both a whale and dolphins, which made the experience truly unforgettable. The crew was friendly and professional, and they took good care of everyone on board. They also provided breakfast and water, which was a really nice touch and much appreciated. Everything was well organized and respectful of the animals. Highly recommended if you’re in the area!

• Avoid. Don’t waste your time of money.

  W3661MYjons,,Jan 21, 2026

  - Review from Tripadvisor

  1.00

  Avoid this company. What was sold as a whale watching trip turned into a complete mess. The boat was overcrowded, with roughly one life vest for every three people. It was loud, chaotic, and they blasted music the entire time - which is hardly ideal when you’re meant to be quietly spotting wildlife. There was no clear system or method to finding whales. I wasn’t expecting NASA-level tech, but there was literally no plan at all. They just followed other boats around. No explanations, no guidance, no insight. To make it worse, there was no PA or microphone, so even when the crew tried to say something, most people couldn’t hear it. After very little effort, they decided that was “enough” and headed back to the harbour. We saw 1 fin whale for 3 seconds. A reminder that Mirissa is widely recognised as one of the best places in the world to see Humpback whales, sperm whales and blue whales. The whole thing felt disorganised, careless, and honestly unsafe. If I wasn’t flying out tonight, I’d be staying here to demand a refund. Don’t waste your time or money.

• Excellent whale & dolphin watching experience with Eagle Whale Watching

  Sumudu Abey,,Jan 16, 2026

  - Review from Tripadvisor

  5.00

  We had a truly amazing experience with Eagle eye Whale Watching. From start to finish, everything was very well organised and professional. The team prioritised safety at all times and made sure everyone was comfortable. They provided snacks, motion sickness medication was available on request, and took great care of all passengers throughout the journey. The explanations about whales and dolphins were clear, informative, and easy to understand, which made the experience even more special. What really stood out was their dedication ,they sailed exactly to where the whales and dolphins were, no matter how long it took. Even after 3-4 hours at sea, the crew stayed patient, committed, and positive so that everyone could enjoy the sighting. The staff were extremely helpful, kind, and supportive. A special thank you to Hirusha, who was very professional, knowledgeable, and friendly, and made us feel safe and welcome throughout the trip. The boat departed on time ,7am as scheduled, the snacks were good, drinking water provided and the whole team worked together seamlessly. You can clearly see how experienced and passionate they are about what they do. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a safe, well organised, and unforgettable whale watching experience. We’re so glad we chose Eagle Whale Watching!

• My sea tour

  Moushumi07,,Jan 14, 2026

  - Review from Tripadvisor

  5.00

  It was a great experience. The crew was very professional and always spoke with a smile. We saw dolphins, turtles and a whale.

• Excellent tour.

  AtishayJ 13,,Jan 13, 2026

  - Review from Tripadvisor

  5.00

  • Excellent whale watching experience from start to finish • Professional, punctual, and well-organised team • Clear briefing before departure. Safety handled well • Boat was clean, stable, and not overcrowded • Crew knew exactly where to go. We spotted whales within a reasonable time • Maintained respectful distance from the whales. No chasing or noise • Guides explained whale behavior clearly and answered questions • Overall experience felt ethical, calm, and memorable Highly recommend this operator if you want a responsible and well-run whale watching trip. Worth the money and time.

  

  

• Waste of time and money

  PriyaSingh0605,,Jan 10, 2026

  - Review from Tripadvisor

  2.00

  Waste of money and time. 2 Jan 2026 I travelled with my family of 8. We spent about 5 hours on the boat and all we saw were dolphins and two turtles. We had an extremely early start and were required to be at the harbor at 5:30 am just to secure seats together, yet the boat only departed at 6:45 am. We returned around 12:00 pm, making it a very long and exhausting trip. The majority of people on board were sleeping most of the time. My family only woke up when the crew announced dolphins. After being on the boat for so long, three of us became sea sick, which made the experience even worse. They should not call this whale watching, it’s more like dolphin watching. Overall, very disappointing and not worth the time or money

  

  

  

• Good but without whales

  N6208WQleas,,Jan 5, 2026

  - Review from Tripadvisor

  4.00

  The team is super nice, helpful and everything worked smoothly. Yet only 4 stars because we have not seen any whales. But some dolphin schools and turtles. Of course, you never have a guarantee for the animals in nature and the team is not to blame. But since everywhere damiz is advertised that whales are very likely to be seen, we were still disappointed and would not accept the 4 hours of swinging in the boat again for it.

• What to see and do

  Benjamin N,,Dec 30, 2025

  - Review from Viator

  4.00

  Watching whales is not guaranteed to have recognized a whale from a distance three times by the water fountain. Lots of dolphins in groups and a few turtles were there to see.

• Don't ignore the marine environment.

  John G,,Dec 30, 2025

  - Review from Tripadvisor

  3.00

  Got to the boat early in anticipation. Sat at the back ...my head is still rattling from the engines ! Water provided and later on, welcome cake and fruit. This team (and many others) chased down a whale - we saw the blowhole from a distance so no idea what kind of whale it was. Saw a turtle and some dolphins. Still that's nature. I noted the crew's Save the Whale t-shirts which is an admirable philosophy. However (and this isn't just down to eagle eye) , like much of Mirissa, the harbour is filthy. Lots of plastic and other waste all ready in the water or soon to end up there, the very sea water that the whales and others live in and eat from. Locals seemingly oblivious to this problem - why not a whale watching community clean up? People like me notice these things. I for one won't visit Sri Lanka again because of the filth and stinking sewers much of it ending up in the oceans. Thanks Eagle eye for the boat trip but along with others please do something to help the marine environment - before it's too late. Ps. You clearly pack a lot of people into your boat but some other boats had decks for sitting outside so making it more of an all round cruising experience, especially if the whales aren't coming out that day.

  
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