Experience the best of Galle on a day tour from Kalutara/Wadduwa. Explore the historic Dutch Fort, cruise along the scenic Madhu River, and visit a turtle conservation centre. Discover the beauty and wildlife of Sri Lanka’s south coast!
Experience the best of Galle on a day tour from Kalutara/Wadduwa. Explore the historic Dutch Fort, cruise along the scenic Madhu River, and visit a turtle conservation centre. Discover the beauty and wildlife of Sri Lanka’s south coast!
- Madu Ganga Biodiversity Area - 01:00 PM - Following this, enjoy a picturesque boat ride on the Balapitiya Madu River. The river is adorned with small islands, and its banks are lush with mangrove forests, home to numerous fascinating animal species. Delight in the sight of hundreds of colorful tropical birds and, if fortunate, a few crocodiles….
- Madu Ganga Biodiversity Area - 01:00 PM - Following this, enjoy a picturesque boat ride on the Balapitiya Madu River. The river is adorned with small islands, and its banks are lush with mangrove forests, home to numerous fascinating animal species. Delight in the sight of hundreds of colorful tropical birds and, if fortunate, a few crocodiles.
03:30 PM - After the boat ride, visit a Turtle Rehabilitation Centre. Here, discover how dedicated individuals protect sea turtle eggs and enhance hatching rates. The process begins with safeguarding the mother turtle during nesting. Once she has laid her eggs and returned safely to the ocean, the eggs are relocated from the beach to the hatchery. When the baby sea turtles hatch, they are promptly returned to their natural habitat.
05:00 PM - After visiting the hatchery, you will be transported back to your hotel in Kalutara or Wadduwa.

- All Government Taxes included.
- Complimentary 500ml mineral water bottle per person.
- Convenient hotel pick-up and drop-off in Kalutara / Wadduwa.
- Comfortable travel in an air-conditioned vehicle with an English-speaking driver.
- All Government Taxes included.
- Complimentary 500ml mineral water bottle per person.
- Convenient hotel pick-up and drop-off in Kalutara / Wadduwa.
- Comfortable travel in an air-conditioned vehicle with an English-speaking driver.
- Any Meals.
- Entrance fess to the sites which is not mentioned in inclusions.
- Madu River Boat fee.
- Gratuities.
- Any Meals.
- Entrance fess to the sites which is not mentioned in inclusions.
- Madu River Boat fee.
- Gratuities.
The Galle day tour primarily includes visits to the Galle Dutch Fort, the Madhu River, and the turtle conservation center in Balapitiya. Galle, a city on Sri Lanka’s southern coast, is renowned for its Dutch Fort and stunning beaches. The Galle Dutch Fort is among the most popular tourist destinations in Sri Lanka.
The Madhu River, situated south of Sri…
The Galle day tour primarily includes visits to the Galle Dutch Fort, the Madhu River, and the turtle conservation center in Balapitiya. Galle, a city on Sri Lanka’s southern coast, is renowned for its Dutch Fort and stunning beaches. The Galle Dutch Fort is among the most popular tourist destinations in Sri Lanka.
The Madhu River, situated south of Sri Lanka near Galle, features waters adorned with small islands and banks lined with lush mangrove forests, which are habitats for numerous remarkable animal species.
The southern coast is also a crucial nesting area for sea turtles. Several conservation centers along the beach work to protect sea turtle nests. In total, five species of sea turtles nest on Sri Lankan beaches.
- Please be ready at the hotel lobby 15 minutes before the pick up time.
- Please bring valid passports for entering to the sites.
- Entrance fees to Turtle Hatchery US$2.00 per person (Approximately).
- Madu River Boat fee US$ 17.00 (Approximately) which can accommodate up to 6 people .
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.