Kalpitiya is the best places if you are interested in seeing dolphins. Kalpitiya dolphins watching sri lanka distance from colombo. There are good chances of spotting spinner dolphins as well. Theres free parking, and an airport shuttle available 24 hours for usd 90 per vehicle one way. Due to time lag and distance i am not able to visit mirissa for that. Kalpitiya gives you an opportunity to watch hundreds of dolphins swimming alongside and diving under your boat. It is possible to take bus from colombo to kalpitiya 4 hours, or train to puttalam and then bus from puttalam to kalpitiya.
Pdf a compilation of articles on whale and seabird watching. Hotel in kalpitiya dolphin beach jetwing eco holidays. Encounter rates based on nearly a thousand whale watching trips from. Apr 08, 2017 sri lanka news channel reports that there were over 100 whales can be seen with their child whale, around the kalpitiya coast in this season. Sunrise dolphin watching experience and bar reef snorkelling kalpitiya. I know it is rainy season, but how much rain should i expect. Among all the fauna in these waters, you are likely to see butterflyfish, parrotfish, groupers and black tip reef sharks. I know it is the wrong season and i know there are no whales, but i would know if dolphinwatching is possible in august. Breakfast is really good, my room was clean and had an amazing outdoor shower. Dolphin watching in kalpitiya sri lanka safari in sri lanka. To get there, you just take an hourly ac bus from the pettah bus station to puttalam 3 hours.
At this time it seems like there arent rigid dolphin or whale watching guidelines as the boats often speed towards pods of dolphins and. Just use the let us know what you need section of the booking page to let the hotel know you want a ride, and they will contact you via the agoda messaging service. Kalpitiya dolphin watching kalpitiya, sri lanka facebook. Kalpitiya is home to a variety of dolphins that can be found in close proximity to the coast the spinner dolphin being the most common.
The seas off kalpitiya peninsula became famous relatively recently in 2005 when large pods of spinner dolphins were spotted. These friendly mammals will love to amuse you by following the bow of the boat you will be traveling on. November through march is the best time of the year for dolphin watching in kalpitiya coast, sri lanka. Conveniently located in kalpitiya, dolphin village is a great base from which to explore this vibrant city. Dolphin beach kalpitiya features an outdoor pool, a childrens pool, and a fitness center. Download the latest version of the dolphin emulator 5.
I know it is the wrong season and i know there are no whales, but i would know if dolphin watching is possible in august. See great photos, full ratings, facilities, expert advice and book the best hotel deals. Marvel at their beauty while they mesmerize you in pods swimming along your boat. Times are tough for the travel community right now. We are a passionate wildlife enthusiasts and tour operators. Just an hour off the coast from kalpitiya, the 300 kilometer long bar reef is the largest reef system in sri lanka and a protected marine sanctuary bar reef is home to an impressive 156 types of coral and 283 different species of tropical fish, making it one of the most diverse marine ecosystems in this part of the indian ocean. By car instead of hiring a car, organise a car and driver for your holiday in sri lanka. We are a small team of tour consultants dedicated in providing a personalized service to all your travel needs. Kalpitiya dolphins,whales,coral reef,kite surfing and accommodation.
Sep 12, 2014 kalpitiya dolphins,whales,coral reef,kite surfing and accommodation. Frontdesk staff can answer questions 247, and assist with securing valuables, dry cleaninglaundry, and tours or tickets. Kalpitiya is one of the best locations in sri lanka for dolphin and whale watching. In fact, you can even book your airport transfer in advance for greater peace of mind with the additional charge of lkr 90. During november to march is the best season to go dolphin watching off kalpitiya. Kalpitiya wildlife location in sri lanka, asia wildlife worldwide.
Kalpitiya by a team including personnel from whale and dolphin. Day tour kalpitiya tours in sri lanka my flight zone. Our cabana style rooms can hold upto 3 persons for a supplementry fee, they are tastefully decorated with rustic woodern furniture, mosquito nets over the bed, ceiling fan, kettle for tea and coffee making and each have an onsuite bathroom with a shower, toilet and sink. Kalpitiya dolphin watching whale and dolphin watching boat. Dolphin village is an absolute find, nestled along a lovely quiet beach its one of the more affordable places in kalpititya. Here you can witness large pods of dolphins, even thousands at a time, in their natural habitat. Dolphin beach resort is easy to access from the airport. We can arrange accommodation in a basic holiday cottage or a nice beach villa in kalpitiya area or get a boat ride organised from negombo and proceed to kalpitya by sea. When i get to the menu it slows down to less than 10. Is the best place to see dolphins and during the season you can witness dolphin pods up to to 1500 members at most given times. Interestingly it was only from around february 2010 that kalpitiya is finally considered as a destination to catch the sight of the majestic whale. Dutch bay kalpitiya, extremely popular for its dolphin watching, kalpitiya is a gorgeous peninsula with some of the.
These friendly mammals will love to amuse you by following the. Kalpitiya is about 4 and a half hours from colombo if you take the bus, less if you use your own vehicle. Whale watching in kalpitiya kalpitiya message board. Hotels in kalpitiya dolphin watching kalpitiya kitesurfing kalpitiya. Nov 08, 2014 kalpitiya dolphins watching sri lanka distance from colombo. From here, guests can enjoy easy access to all that the lively city has to offer.
Dolphins are seen around 80% of the time in the season october to may. Kalpitiya 167 km north of colombo, on the west coast of sri lanka. Whale and dolphin watching in kalpitiya in sri lanka nov. Dolphin watching boat tour in kappalady, kalpitiya, sri lanka. Dolphin village is situated in front of the beautiful alankuda sand beach.
Whales are regularly seen around the kalpitiya peninsula. Compare prices and find the best deal for the dolphin beach kalpitiya. Kalpitiya dolphin watching whale and dolphin watching. Water sports in kalpitiya scuba diving, snorkeling, dolphin. The impressive bar reef is the largest reef in sri lanka. I would like to know that what is the probability of spotting a whale.
Dolphin is location right on the shore and you will see an amazing sunset from there. Water sports in kalpitiya scuba diving, snorkeling. Download dolphin to play wii and gamecube on your computer. Dolphin beach resort restaurant, kalpitiya updated 2020.
We saw a super pod of sperm whales around end of march a couple of years ago. The seas are calmer and the pods gather to feed in the warm rich waters of kalpitiya. Sri lanka news channel reports that there were over 100 whales can be seen with their child whale, around the kalpitiya coast in this season. Kalpitiya is one of the best locations for dolphin watching in sri lanka. March is a good time for dolphin watching, and you could even be lucky enough to see whales around that time of the year in kalpitiya. Kalpitiya, that affords the opportunity to view large pods of dolphins often numbers running to hundreds, is becoming a celebrated location in sri lanka of the lovers of spinner dolphins. Dolphin watching kalpitiya dolphin watching sri lanka. Capture the moments through your technological lenses and take home the memories of your new found ocean friends. Not only that kite surfing, divine, snorkeling tour, sport fishing, island visit, sea bird visit tours can be arranged.
The first popular article to publicise the indo pacific humpback dolphins in the kalpitiya lagoon. It spans approximately 307 square kilometres and was declared a protected marine sanctuary in 1992 by the government of sri lanka. It is located at 8 degrees 23n latitude and 79 degrees 44e longitude, and can be reached by boat from kalpitiya in an hour. Kalpitiya gives you an opportunity to watch hundreds of dolphins swimming alongside and diving under your boat, riding waves, jumping, spinning, twirling and leaping out of the water in a magical display, is a magnificent experience you will never forget in your lifetime. November to march, when the seas are calmest, is the generally the season for dolphin watching and literally thousands of dolphins can be observed in megapods. Kalpitiya dolphin watching activities at bar reef resort. Kalpitiya for its presence of sperm whales and an occasional blue whale alone is a world class attraction of marine life. Hi, i am travelling to kalpitiya in 1st week of feb and i am soooo interested in whale watching. If there are 02 passengers to get the total for 02 passengers, per person rate should multiply by 02. Whale sightings are not that frequent off kalpitiya compared to mirrisa, its still one of the best places to see the ever smiling and singing chirpy dolphins in sri lanka. Witness exquisite dolphins dancing between the milky waves of the indian ocean in kalpitiya.
Book dolphin village dolphin village kalpitiya 2019. Dolphin beach resort, kalpitiya updated 2020 prices. When i try running melee on dolphin, it starts okay with a frame rate of about 18. Staying at dolphin beach is the epitome of fulfilling a penchant desire to live in a hotel in kalpitiya with a distinctive fusion of eco, rustic and boutique design.
Dolphin watching in kalpitiya kalpitiya message board. Should i download a certain version of melee or should i get dolphin 4. Dolphin beach resort restaurant, kalpitiya updated. Wind blows at an average of 1820 knots almost every day during our summer season from may to october. Witness leaping pods of everything from spinner dolphins to bottlenose dolphins. The most famous spot is the bar reef but also kalpitiya ridge, trevally pass and bulldog reef. We use cookies to offer you a better browsing experience, analyze site traffic, personalize content, and serve targeted advertisement.
Dolphin watching at kalpitiya friday, 12 september 2014. Dolphin and whale watching in kappalady, kalpitiya in the north west of sri lanka. Ultimate guide to kalpitiya diving updated for 2019. During november to april is the best season to go dolphin watching off kalpitiya in sri lanka. Dolphin wadiya kalpitiya 2020 all you need to know before. Simple but full of charm, dolphin village has some of the best hospitality and most friendly service on the whole west. Dolphin beach is 2 hours north of the international airport in colombo. Kalpitiya whale and dolphin watching sri lanka youtube. Kalpitiya gives you an opportunity to watch hundreds of dolphins swimming alongside and diving under your boat, water sports. With more than a dozen spots around kalpitiya, you will be kiting in heaven.
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