Ethical blue whale watching distances and rogue boats in Mirissa
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The legal limit set by the Department of Wildlife Conservation is 100 meters. Ethical boats must approach slowly, parallel to the whale, and put the engine in neutral. Rogue operators (usually the cheapest tickets sold on the beach) will speed right up to the whale, approach head-on, or surround it. Book with certified operators like Raja and the Whales to ensure ethical viewing.
If your boat breaks the rules, take a photo of the registration number and report them to the Coast Guard.
Do not forget motion sickness pills. The ocean off Mirissa is very rough.
I went on a cheap boat and they chased a whale until it dove deep to escape. It was horrible to watch.
The Navy actually suspends the licenses of boats caught harassing whales now.
Excellent. I will book with an ethical company and report anyone I see breaking the rules.
Yes, blue whales are massive. 200mm to 300mm is perfect for a good crop.
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