Galle Full Day Tour | From Colombo

Colombo, Sri Lanka
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Duration10h - 12h
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesGerman, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Experience the charms of Galle and Sri Lanka’s southwest coast on a day tour from Colombo, with an Experienced Chauffeur guide. View endangered turtles at the Kosgoda Turtle Hatchery, see the stilt fishermen at Weligama, and explore UNESCO-listed Galle Fort, where 17th-century ramparts enclose colonial buildings, museums, and shops. Learn about Galle’s maritime history, and visit Talwatte's simple-but-moving Tsunami Photo Museum to chart the impact of the 2004 disaster(if you want). Before returning to Colombo, enjoy lunch and discover Unawatuna Beach.

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From Colombo Hotels

Stating from Colombo Hotels
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From Kalutara Hotels

Starting from Kalutara Hotels
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From Bentota Hotels

Starting from Bentota Hotels
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From Katunayake Hotels

Starting from Katunayake Hotel
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What's included

  • Transport throughout the tour with an air-conditioned vehicle.
  • Service of an English-Speaking Chauffeur Guide
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off from your hotel in Colombo.
  • 1 Liter of Bottled Mineral Water Per Person.
  • Entrance Fees. (Madu Ganga, Kosgoda and Fish Therophy.)
  • Food and Beverages.
  • Gratuities,

What to expect

  1. KOSGODA Turtle Conservation and Research Centre
    1h · Admission ticket not included
    Discover the wonders of Kosgoda Turtle Conservation Center, a sanctuary committed to protecting sea turtles while promoting eco-tourism and environmental awareness.

    Kosgoda Turtle Conservation Center, nestled along Sri Lanka's pristine coastline, plays a crucial role in preserving endangered sea turtles. Through dedicated efforts, it offers a unique opportunity for visitors to witness conservation in action and learn about these remarkable creatures.

    The center showcases five species of sea turtles, each with distinct characteristics. Visitors can witness the nesting process and even participate in releasing hatchlings into the ocean. The lush mangrove ecosystem surrounding the center also highlights the interconnectedness of marine life and terrestrial habitats.

    Kosgoda Turtle Conservation Center stands as a beacon of hope for sea turtles, intertwining conservation, education, and sustainable tourism. Visit to be a part of this vital mission for our planet's marine heritage.
  2. Madu River Safari by Buddhi
    2h · Admission ticket not included
    Go on a wonderful boat ride down the Madu River with its flourishing ecosystem. Pass through the secretive passages created by the mangroves. See the basking crocodiles and water monitors. Visit one of the small islands with its cinnamon harvesting natives. Enjoy the restorative qualities of the famous fish massage. Observe the waterbirds in their natural habitats.
  3. Weligama Fishtheraphy
    30m
    Experience Weligama Stilt Fishermen: Ancient Sri Lankan Tradition and Spectacular Coastal Views. Learn about their unique fishing technique, cultural significance, and visit to capture stunning photos.
  4. Galle Dutch Fort
    1h
    Galle Dutch Fort - After learning about the sheer determination of the people through the art displayed at the Tsunami Photo Museum, let us now head down to the Galle Dutch Fort. With a tumultuous history dating back to several centuries, the city’s strategic location made it a hub for trade by sea and subsequently a landing point for the island’s colonial rulers. A fort was built to ensure protection and preservation of the city the Portuguese in early 16th Century and then extensively fortified by the Dutch during the 17th century. Originally the fort was an earthen structure with palisades, a rampart and three bastions and a moat surrounding it. Under the control of the Dutch, they built impregnable fortifications with coral and granite stones and the Fort resembled a small laid out walled town with a rectangular grid pattern of streets full of low houses with gables and verandas.
  5. Unawatuna Beach
    30m
    climbed down toward the true destination of your day trip — Jungle Beach. Not another person in sight, just twin stretches of deserted sand trapped between the ocean and Rumassala Rock. Having just experienced the soul-crushing lameness of Unawatuna, this beach was exactly what we needed. Peace, solitude and gorgeous nature.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

We pick up you from your Hotel in Colombo, Katunayake, Negombo, Mount Lavinia, Kalutara, or Bentota Hotels

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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