Galle and Bentota Day Tour From Colombo and Negombo
Description
Set out on your 12-13 hours journey start at 8.30 a.m. from Colombo / at 7.30 a.m. from Negombo or Bandaranayake International Airport Katunayake Sri Lanka for Galle and Bentota Full Day Tour.In this relax tour you will be able to Explore Turtle hatchery & touch baby Turtles ,Enjoy Madu Ganga river boat safari,Learn about local wildlife, Cinnamon garden, See stilt fishermen at work. Explore the Galle Fort-UNESCO heritage site built in 17th century by Dutch people as Dutch Rampart.
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Itinerary
Bentota is a resort town on Sri Lanka’s southwest coast. Its long Bentota Beach stretches north, where it becomes a sandy strip known as Paradise Island, parallel to Bentota Lagoon. Coral-rich dive sites include Canoe Rock. On Bentota River, centuries-old Galapota Temple has a large Buddha statue. Southeast is Lunuganga, the estate and gardens of architect Geoffrey Bawa. Northeast is his brother Bevis's Brief Garden.
Kosgoda Turtle Care program aims to protect sea turtle eggs and increase hatching rates. We not only do hatching, but also we treat disabled Turtles
After Turtles transfer to enjoy Madu Ganga river boat safari , In this boat safari you will explore some extinct animal and fish , Aquatic plants & nice mangroves . Also you will be able to have fish foot massage in the middle of the river ( payment direct by client )
Then visit Mithiyagoda Moonstone Mine , you can experience the real miming process of Moonstone & aslo yon purchase real Moonstone half price in any wear else because it is a real factory . In the world there are few place have Moonstone. Mithiyagoda is one an only place in Sri Lanka.
Stop for lunch at Mamas beach Restaurant
The Galle Fort, or Dutch Fort as it is also known, is a fortification first built by the Portugese on the Southwestern coast of Sri Lanka. The initial fortifications, which were built in the late 16th century, were quite basic. However the fort underwent extensive modifications in the 17th century by the Dutch, making it one of the most important archeological, architectural and historic monuments to illutrate the European influence in South East Asia between the 16th and 19th centuries. According to a statement by UNESCO the site was recognized as a World Heritage Site for its unique exposition of an urban ensemble which illustrates the interaction of European architecture and South Asian traditions from the 16th to the 19th centuries which is the criteterion number four for such recognition.
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Pickup Locations & Times
Clients have to wait at the hotel lobby
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Important Information
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult since the vehicle contains
Reviews(14)
This day tour to Galle and Bentota from Colombo and Negombo was a very enjoyable and well-organised experience. From the beginning, everything ran smoothly, and the journey along the southern coast was comfortable and scenic. My tour guide, Raja, was excellent throughout the day. He was knowledgeable, polite, and very attentive, providing clear explanations about the history, culture, and significance of the places we visited. Visiting the historic Galle Fort was a highlight. Raja explained the background of the fort and its colonial past in an engaging way, while also allowing enough free time to explore, take photographs, and enjoy the atmosphere at our own pace. Bentota offered a relaxing coastal contrast to Galle, and the itinerary was well balanced without feeling rushed. Raja was always mindful of timing, comfort, and individual preferences, which made the experience very pleasant. Transport was comfortable, and the driving was safe and professional. Overall, this tour exceeded expectations. I would highly recommend this experience and Raja as a guide to anyone staying in Colombo or Negombo who wants a well-planned, informative, and enjoyable day trip along Sri Lanka’s southern coast.
Thank you very much for your wonderful review. We’re absolutely delighted to hear that you enjoyed the tour. It means a lot to us that you took the time to share your experience. Our goal is always to create memorable, engaging, and seamless experiences, and we can see from this comment, you have got that experience. we’re thrilled to know we delivered that for you. We hope to welcome you again on another adventure soon. Until then, safe travels and thank you for choosing us! 😊
Thoroughly enjoyed the day heading down to Galle with Raja with plenty of stops along the way. Particularly enjoyed the river tour and Galle. Could've skipped the Gem stop as I'd already experienced it elsewhere in Sri Lanka. A bit more time in Galle would have been nice to have more time to explore. The other part that would be helpful is an indication of cost for the optional activities to help travellers not feel like they're being overcharged, especially when taken to different places to the ones specified in the itinerary.
Thank you for your great feedback! We're so happy you enjoyed the tour. We'll truely consider your comments. It was a pleasure having you with us, and we hope to see you again soon! 😊
I would have started in Galle and then made my way back to Negombo In other words drive right to Galle from Negombo and work our way back.
Very nice tour , great driver , much seen and experienced, we would do so again . Driver was very nice and has responded to all wishes.
Thank you so much for your lovely feedback , We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the tour and had such a great experience with our driver. It’s wonderful that you were able to see and experience so much, and even more rewarding to know you’d choose to do it all over again with us. Your kind words truly mean a lot to our team, as we always strive to provide memorable, comfortable, and personalized tours and we're so glad to know we met your expectations.
The most gentle people I could imagine. To complete care of us or even our very small needs. Most reliable agents I guess.
Thank you so much for your heartwarming review! We're truly touched by your kind words. It was our absolute pleasure to take care of you and ensure everything went smoothly even the smallest details. Your trust means a lot to us, and we're so glad we could be part of your journey. We hope to welcome you back again soon!
We stayed 3 nights in Bentota and 2 nights in Colombo. Everything was arranged perfectly and as per our suitings. We will definitely recommend them to all our friends and family.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your experience with us. It means a lot to our team to know that our efforts helped make your trip memorable. Your kind words truly motivate us to continue providing the best service possible. We hope to welcome you back again soon for another great visit!
Bring a hat and plenty of water. It can be VERY hot on river boat. guide was excellent. Interesting but long ride from Colombo
Raja was our excellent driver and tour guide. We embarked on a day trip to Galle, nestled in the southern region of Sri Lanka. The water shimmered with an enchanting beauty, and the sights were nothing short of breathtaking. Though the day was long and tiring, it was absolutely worth every moment. Thank you Raja.
We hired a 10 seater, Micro Tourer van from Bookingmart Holidays, for our 8 days Sri Lanka Trip. We were a group of 7 male friends from New Delhi, India. We were on the ‘Ramayana Trail Trip’ i.e. touring cities like Nuwara Eliya, Ella, etc. The driver Maheeshan was polite and punctual. He was on time at the Colombo AirPort to pick us up. The van condition and it’s AC was quiet good. He kept the van neat and clean, washing it daily after the trip. There was a complimentary Wi-Fi in the van for all of us, whose speed/strength was quiet good, and we were able to use the free WhatsApp calls facility from Sri Lanka to India. Overall we were well satisfied with the services and would strongly recommend their services to others. Thanks
Thank you for your kind words! We’re delighted to hear that you had a positive experience and that our guide was able to enhance your trip. It’s always our goal to provide excellent service, and we’re glad we could make your journey memorable
Madu safari and turtle experience Fantastic Entire trip very informative of west coast and beautiful beaches ending in terrific galle fort
