Madu River Safari at Balapitiya

4.9 (7 reviews) Bentota, Sri Lanka
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Duration1h - 2h
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Come aboard for an amazing adventure along the Madu River in Balapitiya, Sri Lanka. Cruise through lush mangrove forests, spotting lots of wildlife. Visit Cinnamon Island to see how cinnamon is made. Then, glide through mangrove tunnels and visit Kothduwa Temple. This trip is all about wildlife, culture, and nature – a truly unique experience!

What Makes This Tour Unique:

Biodiversity Hotspot:
Encounter a diverse array of wildlife, from vibrant birdlife to elusive reptiles, in their natural habitat.

Cultural Immersion:
Gain insight into Sri Lanka’s cultural heritage through encounters with local artisans and visits to sacred sites.

Mangrove Exploration:
Traverse enchanting mangrove tunnels and witness the marvels of this unique ecosystem up close.

Interactive Experiences:
Engage in hands-on activities such as cinnamon peeling and fish therapy, adding a touch of adventure to your journey.

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Start at Madu River
Boat Safari with Pickup

Starting points:
Ahungalla, Sri Lanka
Balapitiya, Sri Lanka
Bentota, Sri Lanka
Kosgoda, Sri Lanka
Madu Ganga, Sri Lanka
Pickup included

What's included

  • Cinnamon Island
  • Bottled water
  • Island Temple
  • Instructor
  • 1 and 1/2 hours Boat tour
  • Tips
  • Meals and drinks
  • Transport your place to our boat safari place

What to expect

  1. 1h 30m · Admission ticket included
    This one-hour tour takes you on a boat safari through the primitive depths of the mangrove marshes in Madu River. Traverse the dark and dangerous caverns formed by the thick mangrove forests; interspersed with bright open stretches of water. Learn more about mangroves and their positive effect on ecology. Get a chance to see crocodiles, water snakes, tree snakes and wild boars in their natural habitat. Watch the cormorants; storks and many other avianlife hunt for their prey in swift flow of Madu River. View the pots for catching prawn and shrimp left in some of the shallower areas of the river. Visit the old Buddhist temple on one of the islands that dot the river liberally. Stop by another of the islands; which are the source of the cinnamon industry of Sri Lanka. Purchase some fresh, high quality cinnamon to take home as a souvenir. Make sure to visit the outdoor fish massage parlor, where you can dangle your feet into a fenced part of the river to get treated by the massage fish.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Start from bentota near any hotel

Meeting point

Start from kosgoda near any hotel

Meeting point

Start from balapitiya near any hotel

Meeting point

Start from Ahungalla near any hotel

Meeting point

meet at madu riverstart pint

End point

This tour end after bort safari from madu river

Pickup details

We pick up from any hotel near to Galle, Hikkaduwa, Ahungalla, Kosgoda, Bentota, Kaluthara, Colombo, Nigamabo

Note : We can arrange pick from any hotel You have to pay per taxi fee ( this price not include taxi fee )

Additional information

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Dress code is smart casual

Cancellation policy

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

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