PROGRAMME
: “Dance with Dolphins” Whale Watching in Kalpitiya
    DURATION
: 1 night/ 2 days Programme
    PERIOD
: Valid till 30th April 2010
 
  Highlights of the Tour
 
  Day 1      -    Arrival at Kalpitiya in the evening.
 
  Day 2      -    Depart from your camp / Hotel around 6.00 am after an early
                       breakfast or with packed breakfast.

                       Whale / Dolphin Watching in a Boat for two hours.

                       Back to the Hotel.
 
 
  TOUR ITINERARY
 
      Day 1
Arrival at Kalpitiya
 
  Arrival at the Hotel in Kalpitiya for Dinner.
 
Despite its natural beauty, the western peninsular area of KALPITIYA in the Puttalam district of Sri Lanka is remarkably untouched by tourism. But for those lucky enough to visit, there's a plethora of things to see and do! With the small close-knit fishing community dominating the lives of the local people, visitors can get a real insight into working life away from the city. After watching the night fishing boats return in the morning, a visit to one of the fish markets offers the opportunity to choose the evening meal direct from the fresh catch! The Dutch Fort and St Peter's Kerk church in the town itself are interesting examples of Sri Lanka's rich history and colonial past. Leisurely boat rides up the lagoon and canoe trips down the river are a pleasant way of exploring the coastline, whilst 4WD jeep rides along the deserted sand dunes between the ocean and the lagoon offer a unique way of watching the colourful evening sunsets.

For keen scuba divers and snorkellers, the largest coral reef in Sri Lanka (‘bar reef') is only an hour's boat trip from Kalpitiya. This beautiful reef is home to an incredible variety of tropical fish as well as offering sighting of manta rays, reef sharks and the occasional turtle!
 
  Dinner and overnight stay at your hotel / camp.
 
    Day 2                       Whale Watching - Departure
 
  Leave the Hotel around 6.30 am after an early breakfast.
 
  Whale Watching in the Sea off Kalpitiya.
Though whale sightings are not that frequent off Kalpitiya compared to Dondra, it’s still one of the best places to see the ever smiling and singing chirpy Dolphins. If you are at the right place at the right time - which you can entrust to us - the spinner dolphins in Kalpitiya will give a show in their hundreds, perhaps even in their thousands.

Whales seen include:-
Common Blue Whales , Bryde's Whales , Sperm Whales , Killer Whales , False Killer , Dwarf , Melon Headed Whales , Cuvier's Beaked Whales and if lucky, the elusive Indian Blue Whales.

Dolphines seen include:-
Spotted Dolphins, Spinner Dolphins, Fraser's Dolphins, Risso's Dolphins, Common Dolphins and the Bottlenose Dolphins
 
  Back to the Hotel or proceed to your next destination after the Whale Watching boat ride.
 
- End of the Programme -
 
RATES FOR THE PROGRAMME
 
Number of Pax
2 Pax
3 Pax
4-6 Pax
Rate per person in Sterling Pounds £
£60
£45
£35
 
OUR RATES INCLUDE
  • Charges for Boats with experienced local guides for Whale Watching.
  • Purified water.
  • All government taxes
 
OUR RATES DO NOT INCLUDE
  • Any additional beverages or food, which would be ordered extra.
  • Any tips to the staff.
  • Any personal effects not mentioned here.
 
IMPORTANT FACTORS
  • Personal effects for Warm/Windy/Rainy conditions should be carried by clients.
  • Insect repellent, Sunburn lotion etc. are recommended.
 
PAYMENT POLICY:
Full payment with the confirmation
 
CANCELLATION POLICY:
  • 48 hours or less, 100% cancellation charge. No refund.
  • 48 hours to 4 days – 70% cancellation charge. 30% will be refunded.
  • 4 days to 15 days - 40 %cancellation charge. 60% will be refunded.
  • 16 days or more – No cancellation charges other than a £70 administrative fee provided no commitment or advances are made to 3rd parties.
 
 
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