9 Snorkeling Trips in Galle: What They Cost on the Island

1.Snorkeling with Turtles in Mirissa

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 268 reviews · from $25Our pick

Review of Mirissa turtle snorkeling: private guide, reef fish, photos and videos, safety help, timing, value, and practical booking advice.

“The guide was very kind and helpful. It didn't take many minutes before he could show us the first turtle. We saw several turtles, both small and large. We were also offered to swim out to look at the fish in the coral reef, which we accepted. We ended up swimming in the middle of a large shoal of fish. Although the water was not completely clear, it was certainly an experience to recommend!”

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2.Mirissa Unforgettable Snorkeling Experience with Turtles

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 120 reviews · from $24Best value

Swim with sea turtles in Mirissa on a private two-hour snorkeling trip with gear, hotel pickup, guidance, snacks, photos, and fresh water.

“I was very satisfied with the snorkeling trip and saw plenty of turtles, which was an amazing experience. However, it is quite expensive considering that you can also walk into the sea on your own and potentially see turtles without a tour. Overall still a nice experience, but the price feels a bit high.”

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3.Snorkeling with Whales in Mirissa

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 42 reviews · from $348

Review of Mirissa blue whale snorkeling, including price, timing, wildlife odds, group size, value, pickup, and practical booking advice.

“Fantastic! I saw pilot whales, dolphins and turtles. Then, unbelievably, a massive fin whale swam underneath us. Incredible. The skippers are skilled in finding the whales and are friendly and helpful.”

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4.Snorkeling with Turtles in Mirissa

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 28 reviews · from $35

Swim beside sea turtles in Mirissa on a private two-hour snorkeling trip with gear, boat transport, and hotel pickup included.

“The day was a little cloudy/rainy and they offered us in advance to change the date or cancel for free, but because it was our only free day we wanted to do the trip. The whole team was very flexible and friendly. We went to the perfect spot evRead more”

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5.Snorkeling in Unawatuna

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 17 reviews · from $40

Review of Unawatuna snorkeling in Sri Lanka, covering reefs, equipment, guides, price, boat ride, conditions, and booking advice.

“The guides and organisation of the trip was really good but the reef they took us to was really disappointing. No corals, very few fish and nothing else.”

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6.Snorkeling with Sea Turtles in Mirissa (Pickup and Drop included)

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 16 reviews · from $45

Swim near wild sea turtles in Mirissa with gear, guide, snacks, and local transfers. See what this $45 small-group snorkel tour is really like.

“We had a fantastic time. Saw loads of turtles and colourful fish. The guide was fabulous. Would highly recommend this experience.”

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7.2 hours Private Snorkeling tour in Unawatuna

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 6 reviews · from $35

Review of Unawatuna’s private 2-hour snorkeling tour, with boat trips to Jungle Beach, Rock Island, possible shipwrecks, and practical booking advice.

“Me and my group of friends of 8 people had an amazing time doing snorkeling in jungle beach and rock island. Their team was very well prepared and was very helpful in guiding us on and off the boat and took time to make sure we actually saw beautiful marine life and corals.”

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8.Night Snorkeling Experience in Mirissa

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · from $55

Review of Mirissa’s private night snorkel, with turtles, octopus, gear, guides, transfers, price, timing, safety, and booking advice.

“It was a wonderful and unique experience to see the underwater world for the first time at night. Saw lots of different fishes, swordfish, turtle, sea urchins and corals. Had a chance to snorkel with a turtle and touch it as well. The guide was Read more”

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9.Snorkeling On Beautiful Rock Island – Unawatuna by Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 4 reviews · from $30

Review of Unawatuna’s 2-hour Rock Island snorkeling trip, with boat ride, equipment, safety notes, price value, and practical booking advice.

“We really enjoyed our snorkle. Well organized and felt safe in the water. Snorkle guide pointed our octopus on the coral etc.”

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