What You Will Do
Enjoy a private day trip to Galle from Colombo with an utmost care of a committed guide and discover Galle fort: a UNESCO listed world heritage site and the other attractions. See the clock tower, lighthouse and many colonial type buildings and landmarks in the fort which were built in 16th and 17th Century. Additionally enjoy a boat ride in Madu river and visit sea turtle conservation project in Kosgoda, mask museum at Ambalangoda and Bentota beach.
• Pickup and drop-off from your hotel in Colombo at your convenience
• Transport by a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle
• Bottled water will be served on the way
• Specialized service of a committed guide
• Flexible itinerary at your preference
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Itinerary
1
Colombo
A chauffeur guide will pick you up from your hotel (only in Colombo city) or in front of Dutch hospital (Colombo 01) at 07:30 a.m. and travel to Galle via southern expressway.
2
Galle Fort
5 hours
Arrive Galle after around 2 hours and move to Galle Fort. Walk on the wall of the fort to see Clock tower, Flag rock, Lighthouse, beach and the sea area. Thereafter, move to the inside of the fort where there are many colonial type buildings which were built in 16th,17th centuries. Further visit Maritime Archaeology Museum, and the National Museum. You can enjoy lunch at a local restaurant in the fort. (Your cost)
3
Ariyapala Mask Museum
30 minutes
After lunch, visit a mask museum at Ambalangoda and see how the traditional masks are made in the factory.
4
Madu Ganga Biodiversity Area
2 minutes
Next, stop at the Madu river for a boat safari. You can see some animals and birds on the river bank.
5
Kosgoda Sea Turtle Conservation Project
1 hour
Thereafter, transfer to Sea Turtle Conservation Project in Kosgoda. You can observe how sea turtles are being conserved and the hatchery program.
6
Bentota Beach
1 hour
After that, move to Bentota beach and feel the breeze of Indian ocean while walking on this beautiful beach.
7
Colombo
1 hour
Finally, transfer back to Colombo and you will be safely dropped at your hotel or at the place where you picked up.
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