• Negombo - Transportation for pick-up and drop-off is available from most nearby hotels in Negombo.
• Madu Ganga Biodiversity Area - The river is adorned with small islands, and its banks are lush with mangrove forests that host a variety of amazing animal species. Visitors can enjoy the sight of hundreds of colorful tropical birds and, with some luck, a few crocodiles.
• Kosgoda Sea Turtle Conservation Project - This project educates visitors on the protection of sea turtle eggs and the enhancement of hatching rates. It begins with safeguarding the mother turtle during nesting, and once she has laid her eggs and returned 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.
• Galle Fort - The Galle Dutch Fort, a 17th-century colonial fort in Sri Lanka, is situated on a rocky promontory facing the Indian Ocean. It is protected by rocky shores and a formidable landside rampart on all sides. The Portuguese established Galle as a permanent trading post in 1588. After the siege of Galle in 1640, the Dutch took control of Southern Sri Lanka and fortified the fort extensively until 1729. The fort’s current form was largely developed under Dutch company rule, hence the name Galle Dutch Fort. During its prime, it served as the southern commandment of the Dutch East India Trading Company (VOC) on the island. Its sister cities included Colombo, Trincomalee, and Jaffna. The fort protected the main VOC trading port in Sri Lanka. In 1796, it was peacefully transferred to the British, who maintained a military presence until 1948.

Following the 1972 constitution, which marked Sri Lanka’s transition to a republic, many European residents left Galle Fort. The structure fell into disrepair until renovations began after the 2004 tsunami and the end of the war in 2009. Today, Galle Dutch Fort is the best-preserved colonial fort in South Asia, with most of its main features remarkably intact. The original ramparts are dotted with a rare Portuguese fortalice and thirteen Dutch bastions, each with its own unique history. The fort’s exotic blend of European and Asian architecture draws numerous local and international visitors. Many restored colonial buildings within the fort are owned by artists, photographers, writers, and architects. Trendy cafes, boutique shops, and hotels contribute to the fort’s distinctive atmosphere. However, the true vibrancy of Galle Fort comes from its active colonial court complexes, government offices, public schools, trading companies, and beautiful churches, reminiscent of a flourishing European colony.

• All Government Taxes included.
• Madu River Boat Safari experience.
• Refreshments with a 500ml mineral water bottle per person.
• Local cuisine experience with lunch at a local restaurant.
• Comfortable travel in an air-conditioned vehicle.
• Knowledgeable English speaking driver for guidance.
• Entrance fees to Galle Fort and Turtle Hatchery covered.
• Convenient hotel pick-up and drop-off in Negombo.

• Gratuities.
• Anything not mentioned in inclusions.

Galle day tour mainly covers Galle Dutch fort, Madhu river and turtles conservation centre in Balapitiya.
Galle is a city on the south coast of Sri Lanka. It is famous for the Galle Dutch Fort plus breathtaking beaches along its coastline. Galle Dutch Fort is one of the most visited tourist attractions in Sri Lanka.

Madu River is located in the south of Sri Lanka near Galle. The water of the river is dotted with small islands and the banks are all covered with lush mangrove forests that are home to dozens of incredible animal species.

South coast is also important nesting grounds for sea turtles. A number of sea turtle conservation centres operate along the beach to ensure the safety of sea turtle nests. Altogether, five sea turtles nest in Sri Lankan beaches.

• Please be ready at the hotel lobby 15 minutes before the pick up time.
• Please come with a comfortable attire for the tour.

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