Mirissa in Sri Lanka

Coast · Southern Province

Mirissa

A curve of palm-backed sand built for slow, whale-watching mornings.

The feeling

Boats leave before six for blue whales working the deep water offshore; by nine the beach has settled into hammocks and long breakfasts. Coconut Tree Hill catches the last of the light.

A curve of palm-backed sand built for slow, whale-watching mornings.

At a glance

Character

Coast

Coordinates

05° 57′ N · 80° 28′ E

Best time

Dec–Apr, whale season

On our routes

1 package pass through here

Things to see
while you're here.

  • Dawn whale-watching boats (Dec–Apr)
  • Coconut Tree Hill at sunset
  • Fresh catch on the beach grills after dark

On the map.