Day trips to Galle from colombo Visiting Its Highlights
Description
It presents an excellent occasion to visit one of the limited UNESCO World Heritage sites in Sri Lanka and spend valuable time there. Apart from the Galle Fort, you will also encounter a few more significant locations en route to Galle. Kaluthara temple / Hikkaduwa turtle feeding / Maaduriver saferi / tsunami Village / galle fort /jungle beach / stilt fisherman /wawurukannala viharaya
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Itinerary
An expedition that explores Galle and Prutugree historical sites in Galle Fort. At the time of sunset
The Unawatuna jungle beach has a tropical and secret beach vibe, and you can also engage in any beach activities.
Learn about the tsunamis that occurred in 2004 and explore.
The Hikkaduwa area is a popular tourist destination in Sri Lanka, where you can explore and feed turtles
Madu ganga boat safari offering exceptional service to explore the mangrove and the bio diversity of the Madu River. island visit ,cinnamon and crocodile story and fishing activity
Kande Viharaya Aluthgama is an ancient Buddhist temple in Sri Lanka with a gigantic Buddha statue where you can experience the Buddhist cultural activities.
Stilt fishing in Koggala is a unique and traditional method of fishing practiced by local fishermen in southern Sri Lanka. Perched on tall wooden poles anchored in the shallow waters, these fishermen skillfully balance while casting their lines into the sea. This centuries-old technique, passed down through generations, offers a picturesque and serene sight, especially during sunrise and sunset. Tourists can witness this authentic cultural experience along the coast of Koggala, capturing both the beauty of the practice and the peaceful rhythm of coastal life.
Hikkaduwa’s Turtle Feeding Beach is a popular spot where visitors can experience sea turtles up close. Located near the main beach, this attraction allows tourists to feed and interact with the turtles, which often come close to shore. Early mornings are the best time to spot these gentle creatures, and it’s a fantastic opportunity for both children and adults to learn about marine conservation while enjoying a unique, hands-on experience with Sri Lanka's coastal wildlife.
The Ahungalla Sea Turtle Conservation and Research Center is dedicated to protecting endangered sea turtles. It focuses on safeguarding turtle nests, rehabilitating injured turtles, and raising hatchlings for safe release. Visitors can tour the center to learn about turtle conservation and even participate in releasing baby turtles into the ocean. It's a unique opportunity to support the preservation of these magnificent creatures along Sri Lanka's coast.
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Pickup Locations & Times
I aim to make your pickup as convenient as possible. I will be at the specified location holding a sign with your name, making it easy for you to spot me. You can also recognize me by [a distinctive feature, such as a brightly colored jacket or the vehicle I'll be driving]. To make things even smoother, I’ll send a message once I arrive. Should you need help locating me, don’t hesitate to call or text, and I’ll guide you. Looking forward to welcoming you!"
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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(24)
Just a great day with Glen! He is a very knowledgeable and polite driver. Galle fort and many other sites tailored to our cruise ship schedule. Highly recommended tour. Book this tour. A+++++++++
We had a wonderful time exploring the southern part of Sri Lanka. Our tour guide was very kind and accommodating, making sure all our requests were met. We highly recommend this experience!
Thank you for choosing us We’re glad you joined our tour and hope it was a memorable experience. We’d love to see you again for your next adventure.
Tour guide is very patient, polite and knowledgeable! He is punctual to pick us up from the hotel and fulfill the detail.
Thanks for joining our tour! 🌴 Hope you loved every moment. See you on your next adventure!
My wife and I were extremely disappointed in the Viator booked Galle day trip as we waited over a half hour only to learn that the booking had been cancelled due to bad weather. The simple fact was the weather was perfect. You cannot trust the third party booking application nor the ensuing details provided by its representatives. We had to waste our time calling the help line only to learn in the end that we did not matter to them. A full refund was obtained but our planned trip was ruined. We have used this booking service on many previous occasions without incident. We will never use this service going forward due the foul taste of this one terrible experience.
Dear Guest, Thank you for your feedback. We are very sorry for the inconvenience caused on that day. Due to operational and weather related considerations, the tour had to be cancelled for safety and service quality reasons. As soon as the cancellation was confirmed, we ensured that the booking was fully refunded to the guest. We always try our best to provide a smooth and enjoyable experience for all travelers. Our team has consistently maintained high service standards and many positive reviews from guests who have successfully completed this tour with us. We sincerely regret that we could not operate the tour on that day and appreciate your understanding.
My tour guide, Charith, was very punctual, patient, professional, and attentive in providing information about each destination we visited. The company was very easy to work with and highly accommodating. I saw and learned so much on this excursion.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review and kind words about Charith and our vidu company. We are very happy to hear that you enjoyed the excursion and learned a lot during the tour. Your appreciation means a lot to us, and we will definitely share your lovely feedback with Charith. Thank you again for choosing us, and we hope to welcome you back to Sri Lanka again in the future. Best regards,
It was a wonderful experience Charitha is an excellent driver, very sensible, sensitive and understanding person. We were very comfortable all the way to Galle and back…..explored everything very peacefully. Thank u for hiring such a great guy. God blesd
Dear Guest, Thank you so much for your beautiful feedback and kind words. I am very happy to hear that you had a wonderful and peaceful experience during your Galle tour. Charitha will be very happy to hear your appreciation as well. It was a pleasure arranging your tour, and your satisfaction means a lot to me. Wishing you all the best and many more happy travels ahead. God bless you too. Warm regards, Vidu
Yesterday, we took the ride to Galle from Colombo with our expert driver, Manoj. He’s very courteous, most knowledgeable, and has an excellent car, making it very - super comfortable. Plus, he took us on time to each designated attraction on-the-dot and returned us early to give us back some most valuable time before we took rest for the next day. The boat safari was wonderful. He also took us to the Sanjeevini Parbat, a turtle sanctuary, the famous Dutch fort, to see stilt fishing, and helped with some sumptuous tropical fruits of our liking. Overall, the trip was most comfortable and enjoyable. I’d most highly recommend Manoj.
Thank you so much for your wonderful and detailed feedback. I am truly happy to hear that you had such a comfortable and enjoyable trip to Galle with Manoj. Your kind words about his professionalism, knowledge, punctuality, and care mean a lot to us, and I will definitely share your lovely message with him. It is great to know that you enjoyed the boat safari, turtle sanctuary, Dutch Fort, stilt fishing, tropical fruits, and all the experiences during the journey. We always try our best to give guests a relaxing and memorable experience, so your appreciation is very valuable to us. Thank you once again for your recommendation and support. Wishing you safe travels and many more beautiful memories ahead. Warm regards, Vidu
An excellent full day tour. Glen was an excellent driver and guide, taking very good care of us and determined to let us see the maximum in the time available. His driving was very professional and he showed great care foe our comfort and safety as well as providing a wealth of information Tion as needed.
Thank you very much for your wonderful feedback! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the full-day tour. Glen will be so happy to know that his professionalism, careful driving, and dedication to giving you the best experience made your day special. Your comfort and safety are always our top priority, and we truly appreciate you noticing his efforts. We hope to welcome you back again for another memorable journey in Sri Lanka! 🙏✨
Fabulous from start to finish. We thoroughly enjoyed spending time with our lovely guide who was very knowledgeable and able to adapt the itinerary around the weather. We managed most of the day avoiding the rain thanks to his planning. He was thoughtful and kind as he stopped to buy us a cake to celebrate our wedding anniversary. A really nice gesture that was a great surprise! It was a long day but we got back to our hotel very happy with everything we had done!
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! 🌸 It was truly a pleasure to have you with us, and we’re so glad you enjoyed the tour from start to finish. Your kind words mean a lot! Our guide will be delighted to hear that his thoughtful planning and surprise made your special day even more memorable. 💕 Wishing you both many more happy adventures together — and we hope to welcome you back to Sri Lanka again soon! 🇱🇰✨
helanka lakmal Our guide was wonderful. He tailored our tour for what we wanted to see and took great care of my 85 year old mother. I would definitely take another tour with him
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re very happy to hear that Helanka Lakmal made your tour special and took great care of your mother. We truly appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you again for another memorable experience in Sri Lanka.
