Galle Day Trip: Explore UNESCO Heritage City with Mangrove River Safari and More

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Colombo

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Embark on a Galle day trip and discover the UNESCO heritage city, indulge in a mangrove river safari, visit a gem museum, turtle conservation project, and more. All-inclusive package with free pick-up and drop-off.

Duration: 10 hours

Cancellation: 24 hours

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Highlights

Bentota River - The Bentota River Safari is a favored outdoor activity among both locals and tourists. This boat journey lasts approximately 1.5 hours, allowing participants to explore extensive mangrove areas and observe rare wildlife such as crocodiles, water monitors, and unique bird species.
**Induruwa Sea Turtle Conservation Project & Sea…

Bentota River - The Bentota River Safari is a favored outdoor activity among both locals and tourists. This boat journey lasts approximately 1.5 hours, allowing participants to explore extensive mangrove areas and observe rare wildlife such as crocodiles, water monitors, and unique bird species.
Induruwa Sea Turtle Conservation Project & Sea Turtle Information Center - This center provides extensive information about Sri Lanka’s leading sea turtle conservation efforts, highlighting why the country is a key nesting site for turtles, the necessity of the conservation project, and how it is managed by the local community.
Ariyapala & Sons - Located in Ambalangoda, the birthplace of Sri Lanka’s hand-made wood carving and mask industry, visitors can observe skilled artisans crafting designs from wood and explore a gallery featuring a variety of masks and wood carvings.
Community Tsunami Museum - Serving as a poignant reminder of the 2004 Boxing Day Tsunami, the Tsunami Museum on the southern coast recounts the impact of the disaster on local communities and their resilience. Established and funded by Hikkaduwa locals, the museum offers a chance to view numerous photographs depicting the tragic loss of lives and affected civilians.
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Galle Fort - This fortified city is a renowned tourist destination in Southeast Asia. Situated on the island’s southwestern tip, its harbor was a central hub for trade and commerce for millennia. The fort holds significant cultural, historical, and geographical importance. Initially constructed by the Portuguese to protect their naval fleet and spice trade, it later came under Dutch and then British control. Listed as a World Heritage Site, the fort is well-preserved, featuring several restaurants and hotels within its walls, making it a delightful place to visit and explore.
Stilt Fishermen Sri Lanka - This traditional fishing method is one of Sri Lanka’s most historic and was predominantly used along the south coast. Although modern fishing technologies have largely replaced it, visitors can still witness stilt fishing, try it themselves, and capture memorable photos.
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Ahungalla Beach - .
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Ambalangoda - .
Hikkaduwa Beach - .
Galle - .
Unawatuna Beach - .
Talpe - .
Habaraduwa - .
Koggala - .
Ahangama - .
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Mirissa Beach - .
Matara - .
Dikwella - .
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Tangalle - .
Ranna - .
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What's Included

Private Transportation with well experienced Driver-Guide
Bottled water
All taxes, fees and handling charges
All Entry Fees & Activity Charges
Free pickup and drop-off
Lunch
Bentota River Safari

What's Not Included

Gratuities

Additional Information

Galle Day Trip is organized by Bentota Travel Mart ( BTM ) for the tourists who stay at Wadduwa, Waskaduwa, kalutara, Beruwala, Bentota, Kosgoda, Ahungalla, Ambalangoda, Hikkaduwa, Galle, Unawatuna, Koggala, Ahangama, Weligama, Mirissa & nearby areas. Free pick-up & drop-off from these areas.
If you are looking to explore one of the UNESCO world heritage…

Location

Colombo

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings

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Rita_t

Mar 16, 2026

Wonderful tour. - The river safari was absolutely fabulous. We saw crocs, monkeys, kingfishers, chameleon, water monitors and an eagle. Our driver was great and very helpful. We have loved everything. I particularly enjoyed the Buddhist temple.

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Johnba5042do

Feb 22, 2026

Special day out - We booked this trip with Bentota Travel Mart whilst still in the UK via Sam. He was very helpful and answered all our queries promptly. Once we were in Sri Lanka, Sam contacted us via WhatsApp with all the arrangements. The river safari was amazing with Harindra, he was very knowledgeable and knew exactly where to go to see the wonderful wildlife. It is a photographers dream. On from that we visited a mask museum where we were given a tour & explanation of exactly what the masks symbolise. We then visited a tsunami museum, the lady that runs it was very passionate and emtional as she told the story of the devastation of that day. We then visited the Dutch fort at Galle. We thought this town was just for tourists and we prefer the local side of Sri Lanka but it is well worth a visit. We then visited the famous stilt fisherman, one of them even caught a fish. The special event at the end of the day was seeing the sea turtle sanctuary. Some of the turtles had been injured but were being looked after and if possible returned to the sea. There were some two day old turtle which we got to release into the water. It was so special and a memory we won't forgot. Bentota Travel Mart have arranged a few trips for us during our visit to Sri Lanka and they have been professional, courteous and helpful. Their communication is excellent and we couldn't fault them. Sam you are great and our driver Ishan was brillant.