Bentota City Exploration: From Lunuganga Estate to Madu River Safari
Mirissa

(SKU: LK60080600) The first place you will visit is the strange and yet beautiful Lunuganga estate that was once the home of Sir Geoffrey Bawa. The next place for your perusal is Meetiyagoda Moonstones Mines. Finally, you will visit Balapitiya for the ultimate experience, the Madu River safari.

Duration: 10 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Lunuganga Garden Tour - Sir Geoffrey Bawa, the much renowned lawyer turned architect, made the estate his country home from 1947 till his death in 1998. During his sojourn there he used the place as his experiment lab and made many architectural and interior additions. While visiting the estate you will get to see the beautifully designed gardens that are now open to the public. Some of the buildings of the estate are also now a country house hotel.
  • Madu Ganga Biodiversity Area - Go on a wonderful two-hour boat ride down the Madu River with its flourishing ecosystem. Pass through the secretive passages created by the mangroves. Visit one of the small islands with its cinnamon harvesting natives. Observe the waterbirds in their natural habitats.
What's Included
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off from Mirissa.
  • Water bottle (per-person).
  • 1-boat safari through Madu river.
  • Service of an English-speaking chauffeur guide.
  • Transport throughout the tour with an air-conditioned vehicle.
What's Not Included
  • Entrance tickets. (Lunuganga Estate).
  • Food and drinks.
  • Gratuities (optional).
Location
Mirissa
Cancellation Policy

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

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