11. Dolphin Watching in Kalpitiya
· 3 hoursKalpitiya is also a popular place Whale and dolphin-watching excursions as well. You can also meet pods of friendly Dolphins such as the Common dolphins, Bottlenose dolphins, Spinner dolphins, Risso’s dolphins and striped dolphins as they playfully somersault and dance on the ocean waves. There’s also a good chance of seeing flying fish, turtle, manta rays and even sharks.
22. Scuba Diving in Kalpitiya
5.0· 2 reviews· 5 hoursThe waters of Sri Lanka are home to an incredible range of marine creatures from massive blue whales all the way through to tiny creatures. Apart from being a haven for kite surfers; Kalpitiya is also a popular place for snorkeling, diving, and dolphin-watching excursions. It is made up of 14 islands; home to local fishing communities as the waters around Kalpitiya are thriving with marine life.
33. Dolphin Watching Boat Tour from Kalpitiya
5.0· 1 reviews· 1 hoursNovember to March is the season for dolphin watching excursions, as this is when the seas are calm. During this period, hundreds of dolphins and in some instances thousands can be observed in large pods just ½ hour on shore.
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