What better way to witness rural life in Sri Lanka than to see it first hand from a motorboat cruise down Madu River? Your English speaking driver guide will pick you up from your hotel in either Colombo or Bentota - extremely convenient for travelers who want to save themselves the hassle of looking for transportation. Then, from there, head out to the Madu River and enjoy your 2-hour river safari and get to discover the beautiful sights of the waters and the surrounding areas. Afterwards, you'll be going to the 200-year-old Kothduwa Temple and will be learning about its religious significance, the best way to get a deeper insight about the city that it's in. When you're done taking in magnificent sights and stories, watch the process of cinnamon cultivation - one of Colombo's most important local industries. After a quick lunch stop in Bentota, you'll visit the turtle hatchery in Kosgoda and learn about how the city is doing its best to raise and conserve the local turtle species (also get to look how cute baby turtles are). It's truly an eye opening safari that you shouldn't miss in Sri Lanka!
8hr - 10hr Duration
English
Private group
Hotel pick up
- Cruise along the Madu River by motorboat and experience the rural life in the surrounding areas - Visit Kothduwa Temple, a 200-year-old temple in the town of Balapitiya, as you learn about its religious importance - Witness the process of cinnamon cultivation and how it plays a huge part in local industries - Spend some time at the Turtle Hatchery in Kosgoda and see the cutest baby turtles!
Please select your tour date
2 cancellation
## What's included - Admission to: Turtle Hatchery - English-speaking guide - Lunch - Bottled drinking water - Round-trip transfers to and from your hotel - Insurance provided by the operator - Private tour - Transportation by air-conditioned car - River Safari at Balapitiya - Tea/coffee
## Not included - Other personal expenses - Tips and gratuities
## Itinerary - 08:00 to 08:30 Hotel pick up from Galle - 09:30 Arrive at Madu River for River Safari experience - 11:30 Head to the local 200-year-old Kothduwa Temple - 12:00 Witness the process of cinnamon cultivation - 13:00 Have lunch at a local cafe in Bentota - 14:00 Visit the turtle hatchery in Kosgoda - 15:00 Head to Hikkaduwa Beach, one of Sri Lanka's pristine beaches. Relax, enjoy a quick swim, or try snorkeling or swimming - 16:00 Drive back to Galle - 17:00 Drop off at respectivel hotel in Galle
## Eligibility - Children aged 0-1 can join the tour for free provided they do not occupy an additional seat - Child ticket: Age 2-12
## Additional information - The boating time at Madu River is 2 hours - **Vehicle Options:** - Car (up to 2 people): Toyota Axio, Prius Hybrid, Premio/Honda Fit Shuttle, or similar - Mini Van (3-6 people): Toyota KDH/Nissan Caravan or similar ## What to wear - Walking shoes - Footwear must be removed before stepping inside the temple, but socks may be worn - Ladies are required to cover up to enter the temples. Please wear long pants to cover your knees and a long-sleeved shirt. Or you can bring something to wrap around you to cover your sholders. A scarf is also recommended for places that require you to cover your hair
## Confirmation - You'll get confirmation within 24 hours. If you don't receive a confirmation email, reach out to our customer support.
## Cancellation policy - You'll get a full refund if you cancel at least 48 hour(s) before the activity starts
## Usage validity - Use your voucher at the selected date and time
## Voucher type - Present your mobile voucher
## Pick-up information ## Hotel pick-up information - Hotel pick-up and drop-off services are available - Operator will reconfirm your pick-up time in advance - **This is a shared transfer and early or late pick-up is possible** - Arrive at the hotel lobby 10 minutes before your selected pick up time
2 cancellation
## What's included - Admission to: Turtle Hatchery - English-speaking guide - Lunch - Bottled drinking water - Round-trip transfers to and from your hotel - Insurance provided by the operator - Private tour - Transportation by air-conditioned car - River Safari at Balapitiya - Tea/coffee
## Not included - Other personal expenses - Tips and gratuities
## Itinerary - 08:00 to 08:30 Hotel pick up from Galle - 09:30 Arrive at Madu River for River Safari experience - 11:30 Head to the local 200-year-old Kothduwa Temple - 12:00 Witness the process of cinnamon cultivation - 13:00 Have lunch at a local cafe in Bentota - 14:00 Visit the turtle hatchery in Kosgoda - 15:00 Head to Hikkaduwa Beach, one of Sri Lanka's pristine beaches. Relax, enjoy a quick swim, or try snorkeling or swimming - 16:00 Drive back to Galle - 17:00 Drop off at respectivel hotel in Galle
## Eligibility - Children aged 0-1 can join the tour for free provided they do not occupy an additional seat - Child ticket: Age 2-12
## Additional information - The boating time at Madu River is 2 hours - **Vehicle Options:** - Car (up to 2 people): Toyota Axio, Prius Hybrid, Premio/Honda Fit Shuttle, or similar - Mini Van (3-6 people): Toyota KDH/Nissan Caravan or similar ## What to wear - Walking shoes - Footwear must be removed before stepping inside the temple, but socks may be worn - Ladies are required to cover up to enter the temples. Please wear long pants to cover your knees and a long-sleeved shirt. Or you can bring something to wrap around you to cover your sholders. A scarf is also recommended for places that require you to cover your hair
## Confirmation - You'll get confirmation within 24 hours. If you don't receive a confirmation email, reach out to our customer support.
## Cancellation policy - You'll get a full refund if you cancel at least 48 hour(s) before the activity starts
## Usage validity - Use your voucher at the selected date and time
## Voucher type - Present your mobile voucher
## Pick-up information ## Hotel pick-up information - Hotel pick-up and drop-off services are available - Operator will reconfirm your pick-up time in advance - **This is a shared transfer and early or late pick-up is possible** - Arrive at the hotel lobby 10 minutes before your selected pick up time
2 cancellation
## What's included - Admission to: Turtle Hatchery - English-speaking guide - Lunch - Bottled drinking water - Round-trip transfers to and from your hotel - Insurance provided by the operator - Private tour - Transportation by air-conditioned car - River Safari at Balapitiya - Tea/coffee
## Not included - Other personal expenses - Tips and gratuities
## Itinerary - 08:00 to 08:30 Hotel pick up from Galle - 09:30 Arrive at Madu River for River Safari experience - 11:30 Head to the local 200-year-old Kothduwa Temple - 12:00 Witness the process of cinnamon cultivation - 13:00 Have lunch at a local cafe in Bentota - 14:00 Visit the turtle hatchery in Kosgoda - 15:00 Head to Hikkaduwa Beach, one of Sri Lanka's pristine beaches. Relax, enjoy a quick swim, or try snorkeling or swimming - 16:00 Drive back to Galle - 17:00 Drop off at respectivel hotel in Galle
## Eligibility - Children aged 0-1 can join the tour for free provided they do not occupy an additional seat - Child ticket: Age 2-12
## Additional information - The boating time at Madu River is 2 hours - **Vehicle Options:** - Car (up to 2 people): Toyota Axio, Prius Hybrid, Premio/Honda Fit Shuttle, or similar - Mini Van (3-6 people): Toyota KDH/Nissan Caravan or similar ## What to wear - Walking shoes - Footwear must be removed before stepping inside the temple, but socks may be worn - Ladies are required to cover up to enter the temples. Please wear long pants to cover your knees and a long-sleeved shirt. Or you can bring something to wrap around you to cover your sholders. A scarf is also recommended for places that require you to cover your hair
## Confirmation - You'll get confirmation within 24 hours. If you don't receive a confirmation email, reach out to our customer support.
## Cancellation policy - You'll get a full refund if you cancel at least 48 hour(s) before the activity starts
## Usage validity - Use your voucher at the selected date and time
## Voucher type - Present your mobile voucher
## Pick-up information ## Hotel pick-up information - Hotel pick-up and drop-off services are available - Operator will reconfirm your pick-up time in advance - **This is a shared transfer and early or late pick-up is possible** - Arrive at the hotel lobby 10 minutes before your selected pick up time
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