Galle Day Trip with River Safari, Sea Turtle & Stilt Fishermen

Overview

Enjoy a private and memorable journey combining the beauty of Bentota River mangroves, Sea Turtles, the historic Galle Dutch Fort, and unique Sri Lankan experiences. A perfect private day trip filled with wildlife, culture, history, and coastal beauty. An unforgettable experience not to be missed! Attractions & Activities •Bentota River Safari •Gem Museum and Showroom •Turtle Conservation Project •Wood Carving Centre & Gallery •Tsunami Photo Museum • Buddhist Temple • Dutch Fort Galle • Stilt Fishermen Inclusions •Pickup & Drop-off • Private Return Transportation • Experienced Driver-Guide •All Entry Fees & Activity Charges •Bottle Water •Lunch • Pick-up & Drop-off available from following areas. Negombo, Katunayake, Waikkal, Seeduwa Colombo, Mount Lavinia Wadduwa, Waskaduwa , Kalutara Beruwala, Bentota, Kosgoda, Ahungalla, Balapitiya, Ambalangoda Hikkaduwa, Galle, Unawatuna, Talpe Koggala, Ahangama, Weligama, Mirissa, Matara Dickwella, Hiriketiya, Tangalle, Ranna, Hambantota

Itinerary

1. Bentota River Safari is one of the popular outdoor activities throughout the local as well as foreigners. This boat ride will take approximate 1.5 hours and you will be able to explore large area of mangroves , rare animals such as crocodiles , water monitors as well as some inherent birds.

   · 2 h· Admission included

2. Here you will find lots of information about Sri Lanka's pioneering sea turtle conservation project - why Sri Lanka is a prime turtle nesting site, why the conservation project is needed and how the project is operated by local community.

   · 30 min· Admission included

3. Ambalangoda is the village where the Hand-made wood carving and mask industry began in Sri Lanka. you will be able to witnessed skillful people work on some designs using woods and the gallery which consists of various kind of masks and wood carvings.

   · 30 min· Admission included

4. A stark reminder of the Boxing Day Tsunami that hit the island in 2004, the Tsunami Museum is one of the few places in the southern coast that tells us the story of how the natural disaster affected the local communities in the island, along with the resilience of these societies. Funded and created by the locals in Hikkaduwa, a visit to the museum will give chance to witness variety of photographs of the devastating story of lost lives and effected civilians.

   · 30 min· Admission included

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6. This fortified city is one of the most famous of all tourist destinations in South East Asia. Right on the South-Western tip of the Island its harbor was the main hub for trade and commerce for thousands of years. It has great significance for its cultural, historical, and geographical value. The Portuguese were the first to build a fort to protect their naval fleet and their spice trade, with first the Dutch and then the British taking eventual control. The Fort is listed as a world heritage site and is well preserved. The Inner fort has several restaurants and hotels to cater to the tourist, and is a pleasure to visit and walk around. .

   · 1 h· Admission included

7. This is the most historical individual fishing style in Sri Lanka and had largely been using in south coast. Not many people use this style as latest technologies have widely been using for fishing in modern world. you will be able to witnessed stilt fishing and enjoy using it & get some photos of yourselves.

   · 30 min· Admission included

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Pickup

Pickup or meet at the departure point.

• Tour Starts at 5.30am-7.30am depending on the pick-up location • Free Pick-up & drop-off from following areas. Negombo, Katunayake, Waikkal, Seeduwa Colombo, Mount Lavinia Wadduwa, Waskaduwa , Kalutara Beruwala, Bentota, Kosgoda, Ahungalla, Balapitiya, Ambalangoda Hikkaduwa, Galle, Unawatuna, Talpe Koggala, Ahangama, Weligama, Mirissa, Matara Dickwella, Hiriketiya, Tangalle, Ranna, Hambantota

How to use your ticket

Meeting point

What to know before you go

• Specialized infant seats are available
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• This is a full package activity which includes entrance fees, activity charges, transportation and taxes for above mentioned activities & attractions.

Travelers

Cancellation policy

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

• From 1 days before : 100% refunded
• From 0 days before : 0% refunded

This activity can be canceled in case of bad weather.

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Product code: 64923P4

Activity offered by Bentota Travel Mart via Viator.