Exclusive : Southern Sri Lanka Sightseeing Private Day Trip

4.5
(24 reviews)
Colombo, Sri Lanka

12 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Explore Sri Lanka’s South Coast on this tour from Galle to Ambalangoda and Madu River. Visit the historic Galle Dutch Fort, stroll its ramparts and cobblestone streets, enjoy a cooking demonstration with lunch, see traditional masks at Ambalangoda, take a scenic boat ride on Madu River, and visit a Turtle Hatchery for an unforgettable cultural and nature experience.

What's Included

Turtle Hatchery
Visit to Mask Factory
Hotel pickup and drop-off in Colombo, Negombo or Mount Lavinia
English-speaking chauffeur guide
Boat ride in Balapitiya
Lunch at a Local Restaurant near Madu River
Tips to guides, restaurants. Tipping is expected
Personal expenses
Entry fee to Dutch Museum

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).

Itinerary

Duration: 12 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Galle Dutch Fort

    You will be picked up from your hotel in Negombo, Colombo, Mount Lavinia, Kalutara, Bentota, Beruwela or Galle and then transfer to visit Dutch Fort of Galle. The fort is a historical, archaeological and architectural heritage monument, which even after more than 423 years maintains a polished appearance, thanks to extensive reconstruction work done by Archaeological Department of Sri Lanka.

    2 hours Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Next stop is Ambalangoda, known for its exquisite collection of native masks, carved throughout the generations of professional carvers from the region. Don's miss the variety of masks available for sale, as the current productions are more garish and vibrant in colour.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Balapitiya

    Later on you will visit Balapitiya and have lunch at Gangabada Asiriya Restaurant. After lunch, you can discover the unique beauty of Maduganga River on a boat trip. A relatively unspoiled lagoon, the Maduganga estuary is a 915-hectare complex coastal wetland ecosystem that opens to the Indian Ocean.

    2 hours Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Kosgoda Sea Turtle Conservation Project

    Learn about Sri Lanka’s marine conservation efforts with a visit to a Turtle Hatchery, where you can see rescued sea turtles and discover how hatcheries protect eggs and release hatchlings back into the ocean.

    45 minutes Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Beyond Escapes

Tags

Day Trips
Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
Historical Tours
Ports of Call Tours
Car Tours
Shore Excursions
Excellent Quality
Additional fees
DSA non-compliant
Port Pickup
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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

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