1 Day (12 Hours)

Galle Fort & Madu River Day Tour

A perfect day trip to the south coast. Explore Galle Fort, do a boat safari in Madu River, and visit a sea turtle hatchery.

Overview & Full Itinerary

Discover the highlights of Sri Lanka's scenic southwest coast in a single action-packed day. This private tour features a mangrove boat safari on the Madu River in Balapitiya, a visit to a sea turtle hatchery in Kosgoda, and a walking tour of the historic UNESCO World Heritage Galle Dutch Fort. Private transport with guide included.

Tour Highlights

Galle Dutch Fort walking tour
Medu River mangrove boat safari
Kosgoda Sea Turtle Hatchery visit
Stilt Fishermen viewing at Weligama

Day-by-Day Journey

7:00 AM

Pickup from Colombo

Pickup from your hotel in Colombo and proceed towards Balapitiya via the Southern Expressway.

9:00 AM

Madu River Boat Safari

Enjoy a 2-hour boat safari through the mangrove tunnels of Madu River, visiting cinnamon islands and experiencing fish therapy.

11:30 AM

Turtle Hatchery Visit

Stop at Kosgoda to visit a conservation hatchery protecting endangered sea turtles.

1:00 PM

Galle Fort Walk & Lunch

Proceed to Galle. Enjoy lunch in a restored colonial villa. Afterward, take a guided walking tour of Galle Fort, Lighthouse, and ramparts.

4:30 PM

Return to Colombo

Drive back to Colombo, arriving at your hotel in the evening.

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