Coastal Ride to Galle from Colombo
Colombo, Sri Lanka
- 10 hours (approx.)
- Pickup offered
- Group discounts
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Discover Sri Lanka’s alluring southwest coast and Galle on a private day trip from Colombo. Drive along the coastal expressway and enjoy a boat ride around the wildlife-rich mangroves of the River Madhu. Later, choose to take a glass-bottom boat ride or snorkel, dive or surf at coral-ringed Hikkaduwa beach before a visit to historical Galle. Visit the UNESCO-listed Galle Fort, built by the Dutch in the 1600s, and explore its cobbled lanes filled with shops and colonial buildings.
- Private Sri Lanka coast and Galle day trip from Colombo, led by an expert guide
- Ride a boat around the mangroves of the River Madhu, a haven for wildlife
- Enjoy optional water sports at Hikkaduwa beach (additional cost) to see its coral reefs
- Tour 17th-century Galle Fort, the best-preserved sea fort in all Asia
- Wander around the fort's cobbled streets and museums as you learn about Galle's maritime history
- Enjoy the personalized attention of a private guide
What's Included
- Transport by private air-conditioned vehicle.
- Service of an English Speaking Chauffeur Guide.
- Hotel Pick Up and Drop Off.
- 1 Boat Safari in Madu River.
- 1-Liter water bottle per person per day.
- Entrance tickets (Kosgoda Turtle Hatchery)
- Food and drinks
- Fees for the optional scuba diving, snorkelling or surfing
- Expenses of personal nature
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Pickup details
Your Hotel in Colombo.
Operating hours.7:00 am
Itinerary
1
Colombo
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
2
Madu River Safari by Buddhi
2 hours • Admission Ticket Not Included
3
Meetiyagoda
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
4
Hikkaduwa Beach
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
5
Sea Turtle Farm Galle Mahamodara
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
6
Galle
2 hours • Admission Ticket Free
7
Colombo
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Most travelers can participate
- Hats and comfortable walking shoes are recommended
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Reviews
4.3
based on 11 reviews
David, Jul 2017
I enjoyed this tour the most - the boat ride, the beaches, Galle Fort - all worth a visit. Lunch was good overlooking the Galle harbour.
From $121.00
per personup to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)
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