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Bentota City Tour featuring Geoffrey Bawa's Lunuganga Estate and Madu River Safari
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Bentota
The initial destination is the intriguing and picturesque Lunuganga estate, formerly the residence of Sir Geoffrey Bawa. Concluding the journey, Balapitiya awaits with the unparalleled Madu River Safari experience.
The initial destination is the intriguing and picturesque Lunuganga estate, formerly the residence of Sir Geoffrey Bawa. Concluding the journey, Balapitiya awaits with the unparalleled Madu River Safari experience.
Duration:
7 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Bentota - Situated on Sri Lanka’s southwest coast, Bentota is famous for its immaculate beaches, verdant surroundings, and serene ambiance. It offers an ideal mix of relaxation and adventure, where visitors can enjoy water sports, visit the turtle hatchery, or relax in luxurious resorts amidst breathtaking natural scenery.
- **Lunuganga Garden…
- Bentota - Situated on Sri Lanka’s southwest coast, Bentota is famous for its immaculate beaches, verdant surroundings, and serene ambiance. It offers an ideal mix of relaxation and adventure, where visitors can enjoy water sports, visit the turtle hatchery, or relax in luxurious resorts amidst breathtaking natural scenery.
- Lunuganga Garden Tour - The Lunuganga estate is the creation of the late architect Geoffrey Bawa (23 July 1919 – 27 May 2003). This country home was his initial muse and experimental lab, serving as his retreat for rest and relaxation as his reputation grew over the years. Designed with Bawa’s signature whimsical beauty and eccentric style, the estate is adorned with numerous art pieces and artifacts from across Asia and Europe.
- Madu Ganga Biodiversity Area - Embark on a delightful two-hour boat journey along the Madu River, home to a thriving ecosystem. Navigate through the mysterious pathways formed by the mangroves. Visit one of the small islands inhabited by cinnamon-harvesting locals. Witness waterbirds in their natural environment.
- Meetiyagoda - Located in southern Sri Lanka, Meetiyagoda is famous for its distinctive moonstone mines. These glistening semi-precious stones, celebrated for their iridescent glow, are mined here amidst lush greenery. Visitors can observe the traditional extraction methods and purchase stunning moonstone jewelry, making it a haven for gem enthusiasts.
What's Included
- 1-liter water bottle per person.
- 1-boat safari on the Madu River.
- Service of an English-speaking chauffeur guide.
- Travel in air-conditioned comfort.
- Convenient hotel pickup and drop-off in Bentota.
- 1-liter water bottle per person.
- 1-boat safari on the Madu River.
- Service of an English-speaking chauffeur guide.
- Travel in air-conditioned comfort.
- Convenient hotel pickup and drop-off in Bentota.
What's Not Included
- Entrance tickets.
- Food and drinks.
- Gratuities (optional).
- Entrance tickets.
- Food and drinks.
- Gratuities (optional).
Additional Information
- Depending on the road traffic conditions allocated time will differ.
- Depending on the road traffic conditions allocated time will differ.
Location
Bentota
Cancellation Policy
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.
Customer Ratings
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Jumcq
Feb 15, 2022
Great but the hard sell is tiring. - Rohan was a wonderful driver. I am sad that we didn’t get to go to the Geoffrey Bawa garden as it was closed.
I enjoyed the boat trip and the Buddhist temple the most. The moonstone thing was a waste of time and boring. The spice garden was only mildly interesting.
Got really fed up with the hard sell in almost all the places we visited. Sort of stops you relaxing and enjoying the moment - you spend your time trying to work out how much cash you have spare.
Rohan was fabulous, patient with great English.
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