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From Colombo/Negombo: Galle, Madu River, and Turtle Hatchery

By Sri lanka Happy Tour
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$84 per adult

Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 10h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup

Overview

  • Enjoy a private guided tour with hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Cruise through the mangrove forests of the Madu River
  • Visit a sea turtle conservation project and learn about rescue efforts
  • Explore the UNESCO-listed Galle Fort and lighthouse
  • Travel in comfort in an air-conditioned private vehicle

Activity location

    • Galle
    • Galle, Southern Province, Sri Lanka

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Galle
    • Galle, Southern Province, Sri Lanka

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From Colombo/Negombo: Galle, Madu River, and Turtle Hatchery

  • Activity duration is 10 hours10h
    10h
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 8:00 AM
Price details
NZ$83.81 x 1 AdultNZ$83.81
Total
Price is NZ$83.81

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Private air-conditioned vehicle
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    English-speaking driver-guide
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Hotel pickup and drop-off
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    Bottled water
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Lunch or meals
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    Personal expenses
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Entrance fees are not included
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Boat safari on the Madu River (Tickets are not included)
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Visit to a turtle hatchery (Tickets are not included)

Know before you book

  • Not allowed: Smoking
  • Not suitable for: People with back problems, Pregnant women, Wheelchair users

What you can expect

Discover the very best of Sri Lanka’s southern coast on this private full-day tour from Colombo or Negombo. Travel in the comfort of an air-conditioned vehicle with your personal driver-guide and enjoy a flexible itinerary designed to match your pace and interests.

Begin your journey with a scenic drive along coconut-lined beaches before arriving at the famous Madu River wetland sanctuary, a protected ecosystem known for its mangrove forests, birdlife, and small islands. Glide along the calm river on a relaxing boat safari and witness the unique biodiversity of this peaceful lagoon.

Continue to a sea turtle conservation centre, where you’ll learn how rescued hatchlings are protected before being released back into the ocean. Your guide will share insights about the conservation work being done to protect Sri Lanka’s endangered turtle species.

Your final stop is the iconic Galle Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site built by the Portuguese and expanded by the Dutch. Walk along its historic ramparts, explore charming streets filled with boutiques and cafés, and enjoy views of the Indian Ocean from the lighthouse.

After a day filled with nature, culture, and beautiful coastlines, relax on your drive back to Colombo or Negombo.

This private tour offers comfort, flexibility, and an unforgettable look into southern Sri Lanka’s coastal heritage.

Location

Activity location

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    • Galle
    • Galle, Southern Province, Sri Lanka

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Galle
    • Galle, Southern Province, Sri Lanka