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Galle and Bentota Day Excursion from Colombo

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Trip Overview

Sri Lanka’s south coast has many great places to visit. Admire the Lunuganga estate, luxurious countryside retreat of Sir Geoffrey Bawa. Visit the Kosgoda Turtle Hatchery where you get to see and also feed some of the baby turtles and they also have 7 different species of turtles all under one roof. See the birds, crocodiles, and water snakes from a boat ride through the Madu River. While boating through the river hop on to the island that is famous for cinnamon harvesting and get to see the process behind the harvesting. This island also has a Buddhist monastery which is famous for its historic significance. If you have time you can also head to an open Massage Parlor and get an amazing foot massage by tiny fishes.

Highlights:

  • Explore South West coat of Sri Lanka starting from Colombo
  • Visit the Galle Dutch Fort
  • Witness rural life and marine wildlife while cruising on the Madu River
  • Discover traditional mask making in Ambalangoda 
  • Visit a Turtle Hatchery and see baby turtles!
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off from Colombo included

Itinerary:

  • 7:00am - Pick-up from your hotel in Colombo and head to Galle 
  • 9.30am - Visit Galle Fort, a Portuguese-built and Dutch-fortified 16th-century fort with a rich history.
  • 10:30am - Continue to Weligama and witness the skills of stilt fishermen. Visit turtle Tsunami Photo Museum, and the stilt fishermen.
  • 12:00pm Visit Moon Stone mine. Visit Ambalangoda, famous for craft of native mask making. You can even purchase variety of masks available for sale here.
  • 12:00pm - Visit Balapitiya and break for lunch
  • 1:00pm - After lunch, you can discover the unique beauty of unspoiled lagoon and Maduganga River on a boat trip. 
  • 3.30pm - Late afternoon, you will visit a Turtle Hatchery in Kosgoda. home to See 7 species of marine turtles and other wild sea life.Visitors can see baby turtles. 
  • 4.30pm - Drive back to Colombo
  • 6.30pm - Tour ends with drop-off at Hotel

Basic Details

Start Point
Colombo/Negombo Hotel
Finish Point
Colombo/Negombo Hotel
Start time
7:00 am
Category
Tours & Sightseeing
Trip Code
O806A1985

Inclusions

  • Roundtrip Transportation in Private Air Conditioned vehicle (Sedan Car or Van)
  • Hotel Pick-up and Drop-off in Colombo, Negombo or Mount Lavinia
  • Service of an English Speaking Chauffeur Guide
  • Boat Ride in Balapitiya (Madu Ganga Ramsar Wetland)
  • Entry fee to Turtle Hatchery
  • Video and Camera Permits

Exclusions

  • Entry fee to sites not mentioned in Inclusions
  • Breakfast, Lunch, any other Meals and Drinks
  • Gratuities (optional)
  • Expenses of personal nature
  • Any others expenses which are not mentioned in Inclusions
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Important Information

  • You will receive complete Operator information, including local telephone numbers at your destination, in your Booking Confirmation Voucher
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off from Colombo, Negombo or Mount Lavinia only
  • The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
  • This activity is not wheelchair accessible.
  • Galle Fort entry is free.

Cancellation Policy

  • Full refund if cancelled before* 3 days
  • No refund after that

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Meet-up Information/Reporting Point

  • Meet & Greet your friendly driver at your Hotel lobby in Colombo, Negombo or Mount Lavinia
  • Operator will be in contact with you to coordinate the pick up time and itinerary
  • The driver will pick you up directly from your hotel or specified pick up point. Please enter the pick up location at the checkout page
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