Snorkeling with Turtles in Mirissa
Description
Just as how we enjoy other species around us underwater we often tend to overlook and forget about the turtles! We see them mostly in pictures but never really given the idea of swimming with them a thought! Well, now you can! We have the experience fully equipped for you, your family and friends to take a dip and enjoy their presence in their natural habitat!
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(34)
booked day before in June when sea not for swimming so was a bit apprehensive. pick up from hotel via tuk tuk. equipment & process clearly explained due to sea we then transferred further down beach again via tuk tuk. there was 4 in our party 1 lady was given life jacket & 1-2-1 help. felt totally looked after & safe. water quality visibility not best but had huge turtle swimming around us & we were given seaweed to feed her. All equipment supplied including life jackets if needed. felt 100% safe. would throughly recommend.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're delighted to hear that you and your group had such a positive snorkeling experience with us. We understand that sea conditions can sometimes make guests a little apprehensive, especially during this time of year, so we're glad our team was able to make you feel comfortable, safe, and well looked after throughout the activity. Safety and guest satisfaction are always our top priorities. Seeing a sea turtle up close is always a magical experience, and we're thrilled that despite the limited visibility, you were able to enjoy such a memorable encounter. We'll also be sure to pass your kind words on to our team, who will be happy to know their efforts made a difference. Thank you for choosing us, and for recommending us to future travelers. We hope to welcome you back for another adventure in Sri Lanka soon!
This trip was very good despite it being off season so the sea was a bit choppy, visibility was good enough to see two turtles, swim around them and it was nice to feed them and see some fish. Hotel pick up was provided and excellent communication via WhatsApp throughout. Also received some photos and videos which was a bonus. I would recommend this tour.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're delighted to hear that you had a great experience despite the off-season sea conditions. Seeing and swimming alongside turtles is always a special experience, and we're glad the visibility was good enough for you to enjoy the marine life, including the fish and turtles. It's also great to know that our hotel pick-up service, communication throughout the trip, and the complimentary photos and videos added value to your experience. We always strive to make every tour smooth, enjoyable, and memorable for our guests. Thank you for your recommendation, and we hope to welcome you back for another adventure with us in the future! 🌊🐢😊
I had such a great experience snorkelling with this team and I honestly couldn’t recommend them more, especially if you’re a beginner or a bit nervous. From start to finish, everything was really well organised. Communication was clear and smooth, and they were very responsive and helpful, especially when I explained my situation beforehand about not being able to see well without my glasses. They were incredibly understanding and even allowed me to reschedule my booking without any issues so I could get contact lenses sorted. That flexibility made a huge difference and really took the pressure off. On the day itself, the guide was amazing. I was quite nervous at the beginning, but he stayed close to me the entire time, constantly checking in and making sure I was calm and comfortable. I never once felt unsafe or overlooked. His support made such a difference and allowed me to relax and actually enjoy the experience. Everything was handled smoothly, from pickup to the overall flow of the trip. It felt very organised and stress free. Overall, such a positive experience. If you’re thinking about snorkelling, especially for the first time, I would definitely recommend booking with them. They really go the extra mile to make sure you feel safe, supported, and able to enjoy it.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review and for taking the time to share your experience with ZRI Adventures. We’re truly happy to hear that you felt safe, supported, and comfortable throughout your snorkelling trip. Creating a smooth, stress-free experience — especially for first-time snorkellers or anyone feeling nervous — is exactly what we aim for. Your kind words about our team’s flexibility, communication, and the care shown by your guide mean a lot to us. Thank you once again for trusting us with your experience and for recommending us so highly. We hope to welcome you back again for another ocean adventure in Sri Lanka!
I enjoyed the experience! At first the water wasn’t clear enough so I the instructor gave me the opportunity to reschedule it the next day. Then I got to see plenty and big turtles and some colourful fishes! 🐢🐠
Thank you so much for sharing your experience! We’re really glad we could accommodate you and that you got to enjoy clear waters and amazing encounters with turtles and colorful fish the next day. 🐢🐠 It was a pleasure having you with us and we hope to see you again for another adventure soon!
amazing adventure experience snorkling with turtles in marissa!! amil was our guide & knew exactly how to attract these beautiful creatures... kelp!! he gave us each some to feed the turtles ourselves... so fun!! the turtles are extremely friendly & swim right up to u
Thank you for sharing your amazing experience! We’re so happy you enjoyed snorkeling with the turtles in Mirissa. Our instructors will be thrilled to hear your kind words. It’s wonderful to know you had the chance to feed them and see how friendly they are up close. We can’t wait to welcome you back for another fun adventure!
An unforgettable experience! The turtles swam right up to us, and our guide, Amil, made it even more special by bringing food so we could feed them. Even though visibility wasn’t perfect, Amil knew exactly where to go and how to find the turtles, ensuring we made the most of our adventure. A truly magical day and memories we’ll carry forever!
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We’re thrilled to hear you had such a magical time with the turtles. Our instructors be delighted to know his efforts made your experience even more special. We’re glad you could create such unforgettable memories with us, and we look forward to welcoming you back for another adventure soon!
The experience was amazing, we saw so many turtles and differents types of fishes. They took us on a boat to the beach where the turtles were. However, when we were returning to the place where we started the activity, the guides sugestted us to give them money and that situation was so uncomfortable.
Thank you for sharing your experience with us. We’re so glad to hear that you enjoyed the activity and had the chance to see turtles and a variety of marine life—it truly is a special experience. We sincerely apologize for the discomfort caused during the return trip. While our guests are always welcome to tip our guides as a gesture of appreciation, it is strictly against our policy for guides to solicit tips. We take this matter seriously and will be addressing it directly with our team to ensure this does not happen again. Your feedback is invaluable in helping us maintain the highest standards of professionalism. Thank you once again for bringing this to our attention.
They supply mask snorkel and fins Don’t bring a lot of hand luggage with you no space to put it Well organised and lots of experienced helpers. We had 3 divers with us and 6 people enjoying the experience Excellent
Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We're glad you found the experience well-organized and that our team could make your dive enjoyable. We hope to welcome you back for more adventures soon!
All went to plan and tuck tuck picked us up at the hotel on time for a 10 min drive to site. There is a changing room if required and they will keep your valuables but they gave us a box to ta put our phones in and take with us on the boat . Had to wait for others to join us. Went out on boat for a few mins , and found a suitable spot . Saw lots of turtles swimmiming next to us , under and over us , fed them too. The quys encouraged them to come to us. Was in the water about 40 mins with them . Guys very friendly and helpful. You can just surface snorkel no need to dive . Water was not too deep . Saw some nice colourful fish. An amazing experience. Would have liked them to be able to take underwater photo of us , sp perhaps this is something they can look to do in the future.
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you had an amazing experience swimming with the turtles and enjoying the marine life. Our team always strives to provide a safe and memorable adventure, and we're glad you found them friendly and helpful. We appreciate your feedback about underwater photos! In fact, we do offer GoPro rentals for an additional charge, and our team is happy to take pictures and videos of you free of charge during the experience. We’d love to capture those special moments for you next time! Hope to see you again for another adventure soon! 🐢🌊✨
Expert guide takes you snorkling to see the turtles off the beach. He knew exactly how to find them. Also saw some fish and coral Took wonderful snaps and videos for us too. Definitely a great way to do see the turtles- highly recommend!
Thank you so much for your kind words! 🌊🐢 We're thrilled to hear that you had an amazing snorkeling experience and got to see the turtles up close. Our expert guides always strive to make every adventure special, and we're glad you enjoyed the photos and videos as well! We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you back for more unforgettable experiences. Until next time! 🌿✨
