Exclusive: Southern Sri Lanka Sightseeing Private Day Trip

4.5 (24 reviews) Colombo, Sri Lanka
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Duration12h
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LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
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Overview

Explore Sri Lanka’s South Coast on this tour from Galle to Ambalangoda and Madu River. Visit the historic Galle Dutch Fort, stroll its ramparts and cobblestone streets, enjoy a cooking demonstration with lunch, see traditional masks at Ambalangoda, take a scenic boat ride on Madu River, and visit a Turtle Hatchery for an unforgettable cultural and nature experience.

What's included

  • Turtle Hatchery
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off in Colombo, Negombo or Mount Lavinia
  • Visit to Mask Factory
  • English-speaking chauffeur guide
  • Boat ride in Balapitiya
  • Lunch at a Local Restaurant near Madu River
  • Tips to guides, restaurants. Tipping is expected
  • Personal expenses
  • Entry fee to Dutch Museum

What to expect

  1. Galle Dutch Fort
    2h
    You will be picked up from your hotel in Negombo, Colombo, Mount Lavinia, Kalutara, Bentota, Beruwela or Galle and then transfer to visit Dutch Fort of Galle. The fort is a historical, archaeological and architectural heritage monument, which even after more than 423 years maintains a polished appearance, thanks to extensive reconstruction work done by Archaeological Department of Sri Lanka.
  2. Ariyapala Traditional Masks Museum
    1h
    Next stop is Ambalangoda, known for its exquisite collection of native masks, carved throughout the generations of professional carvers from the region. Don's miss the variety of masks available for sale, as the current productions are more garish and vibrant in colour.
  3. Balapitiya
    2h
    Later on you will visit Balapitiya and have lunch at Gangabada Asiriya Restaurant. After lunch, you can discover the unique beauty of Maduganga River on a boat trip. A relatively unspoiled lagoon, the Maduganga estuary is a 915-hectare complex coastal wetland ecosystem that opens to the Indian Ocean.
  4. Kosgoda Sea Turtle Conservation Project
    45m · Admission ticket included
    Learn about Sri Lanka’s marine conservation efforts with a visit to a Turtle Hatchery, where you can see rescued sea turtles and discover how hatcheries protect eggs and release hatchlings back into the ocean.

Additional information

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • 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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