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Hidden temples and Secluded Coastlines Tour from Koggala
Hidden temples and Secluded Coastlines Tour from Koggala
Hidden temples and Secluded Coastlines Tour from Koggala
Hidden temples and Secluded Coastlines Tour from Koggala
Hidden temples and Secluded Coastlines Tour from Koggala

Hidden temples and Secluded Coastlines Tour from Koggala

By Lakpura LLC
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$149 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple adult tickets
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  • Free cancellation available
  • 11h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
Overview

(SKU: LK60370600) This tour combines culture with heritage, art, and a bit of snake-charming. Visit two of Sri Lanka’s sacred Buddhist temples, the ancestral home and museum of renowned Sri Lankan author, the late Mr. Martin Wickramasinghe, visit a snake farm in Matara, and explore the Japanese Peace Pagoda as you watch the calm waves of the ocean in time for a brilliant sunset.

Activity location

  • Koggala
    • Koggala, Sri Lanka

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Koggala
    • Koggala, Sri Lanka

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Hidden temples and Secluded Coastlines Tour from Koggala
  • Activity duration is 11 hours11h11h
  • English

Pickup included

Language options: English
Starting time: 7:00 am
Price details
NZ$149.22 x 1 AdultNZ$149.22
Total
Price is NZ$149.22
Until Thu, 16 May

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedService of an English-speaking chauffeur guide.
  • What's includedWhat's includedTransport throughout the tour with an air-conditioned vehicle.
  • What's includedWhat's includedHotel pick-up and drop-off from Galle.
  • What's includedWhat's included1 Litre of Bottled Mineral Water Per Person.
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedEntrance Fees to Respective Sites.
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedFood or Drinks.
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedService charge (Optional)
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedExpenses of Personal Nature.

Know before you book

  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travellers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travellers
  • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Koggala
  • 2h
Koggala, nestled along Sri Lanka's southern coast, enchants with its pristine beaches, serene lagoon, and lush greenery. Home to the Koggala Lake and its famous Martin Wickramasinghe Folk Museum Complex, it offers a blend of cultural richness and natural beauty, making it a tranquil haven for travellers seeking solace.You start your tour from Koggala. First, you will visit the Mr. Martin Wickramasinghe Ancestral Home and Folk Museum. Known as one of the most influential authors of his time, his work has been translated and sold across the world. His literary works have been considered masterpieces among Sri Lankan literature, and the museum and ancestral home pay homage to this great man. A private tour of the entire property will depict the storey of the late Mr. Wickramasinghe
Wewurukannala Buduraja Maha Viharaya
  • 2h
  • Admission ticket not included
This sacred Buddhist temple is located 1.5 km from Dikwella towards Beliatta. The main attraction of the temple is the 160-ft tall statue of seated Buddha. It is the largest statue in the whole of Sri Lanka and dates back to the late 18th Century. The temple has another section named the Tunnel of Hell. It features life-sized models of devils, demons, and sinners going through the torments and horrors of hell. The temple walls show you the path towards enlightenment by depicting hundreds of comic strip representations of events in the Buddha’s life.
Weherahena Buddhist Temple
  • 2h
  • Admission ticket not included
The Weherahena Poorwarama Temple is situated in the Matara District of Sri Lanka, about 6 kilometres off the Matara town. This rather unique temple is known as the first tunnel temple in the world. The temple hosts a massive 130-ft Buddha image that was built following the Anuradhapura and Polonnaruwa eras.
Unawatuna Beach
  • 1h
Upon completion of the tour of Mr. Martin Wickramasinghe's house and museum, proceed to Unawatuna (you will reach the location by 1630 – 1700 hrs). Your final segment will be at the Japanese Peace Pagoda. It is a beautiful shrine with an amazing view of the ocean. It can be spotted from the Unawatuna beach and from Rumassala Hill. This area is known as the Jungle Beach because of its natural beauty; a secluded coastal line emerging from the forest lands that surround it. The Japanese Peace Pagoda was built by the Nipponzan-Myōhōji order. It is a monument designed to inspire peace among all races and creeds.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESKoggala
    • Koggala, Sri Lanka

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLEKoggala
    • Koggala, Sri Lanka

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