Explore Galle in a day with River Safari in Bentota

Explore Galle in a day with River Safari in Bentota

This day tour program takes you along the south coast to explore the narrow streets within the impressive Dutch Fort in Galle, an UNESCO World Heritage Site which provides some of the best vantage points to watch the sunset in the South. Enjoy the stops along the way that give the opportunity for a boat ride to explore the bio diversity of the Madu River wetlands, gain an insight into turtle conservation efforts and the skillful art of stilt fishing.

Itinerary
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Stop At: Madu River, Nilwala River Safari, Bridge View, Custom Road, Balapitiya , Sri Lanka, Balapitiya 80550 Sri Lanka

Early in the morning, according to your pickup location your vehicle will pick you up and take you to Galle. En-route to Galle stop off for a boat ride along the Madu River which is a biodiversity hotspot. Explore this soggy wetland which includes many uninhabited islands and plays an important role in the cinnamon industry.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Kosgoda Sea Turtle Conservation Project, 13A Galle Road, Kosgoda 80570 Sri Lanka

After your boat ride make your way to a turtle conservation project to get a firsthand insight into the efforts made to prevent the extinction of sea turtles in Sri Lanka.

Duration: 1 minute

Stop At: Galle, Galle, Galle District, Southern Province

Proceed to Galle to explore the Galle Fort which is a UNESCO World Heritage site that seamlessly combines Dutch, Portuguese and British history. Explore the plethora of cafes, restaurants and other interesting places that now exist within the thick walled ramparts of the fort. Step into the Groote Kerk or Dutch Reformed Church built in 1755 before you make your way to the museum and take in some of the colonial architecture in the surroundings. Make your way to the ramparts to get a beautiful view across the ocean and the best vantage point to watch the sunset on your day of discovery.

Back to your hotel or to airport for your departure.

Duration: 2 hours