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Snorkeling with blue whales vs standard boat tours in Trincomalee

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Noah D.•6045 rep•2

We are heading to Trincomalee. Some locals offered a private boat to go snorkeling with blue whales. Is this safe or legal compared to a normal tour.

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It is highly illegal. Swimming with whales requires a special research permit in Sri Lanka. Commercial snorkeling with whales is banned to protect the animals from harassment and boat strikes. Local fishermen offering this are breaking the law. If the Navy catches you, you will be heavily fined. Stick to the official, ethical boat tours.

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Dr. Nimal.•24730 rep•1

Also, jumping into the open ocean next to a 30-meter wild animal that is swimming fast is incredibly dangerous.

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Emma L.•5335 rep•2

Pigeon Island it is. Thanks for the heads up on the scam.

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Noah D.•6045 rep•2

You can snorkel with blacktip reef sharks safely at Pigeon Island instead!

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Bhante S.•5620 rep•1

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