Location
Colombo
Duration
Full Day
Tour Rating
Location
Yala , Sri Lanka
Duration
Full Day
Tour Ratings
All Inclusive-Southern Sri Lanka Sightseeing Tour from Colombo Harbour
This tour covers the best part of Sri Lanka’s South Coast. You'll visit Galle, rich in colonial heritage and explore the iconic Dutch Fort that encloses the city. You can walk along the ramparts and the cobblestone pathways that crisscross through the fort. Visit Ambalangoda mask factory and experience a memorable boat ride at Maduganga Ganga before visiting the Turtle Hatchery. Don't forget to take snaps of colonial architecture around during this shore excursion.
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Itinerary
08:30
You will be picked up from the passenger pier at Colombo harbour and then transfer to visit Dutch Fort of Galle. The fort is a historical, archaeological and architectural heritage monument, which even after more than 423 years maintains a polished appearance, thanks to extensive reconstruction work done by Archaeological Department of Sri Lanka.
11:00
After the Dutch Fort visit, you will be driven to Ambalangoda, known for its exquisite collection of native masks, carved throughout the generations of professional carvers from the region. Don's miss the variety of masks available for sale, as the current productions are more garish and vibrant in colour.
13:00
Later on you will drive to Balapitiya and enjoy lunch at Gangabada Asiriya Restaurant. After lunch, you can discover the unique beauty of Madu Ganga River on a boat trip. A relatively unspoiled lagoon, the Madu Ganga estuary is a 915-hectare complex coastal wetland ecosystem that opens to the Indian Ocean.
16:00
Visit a Turtle Hatchery in Kosgoda. Here, these almost-extinct turtles are breed and cared for. extinct form Sri Lanka. Visitors can see the new born turtles and even be a part of the process of releasing them in the sea.
18:00
You will be taken back to the passenger pier at Colombo harbor at the end of the tour.
Includes
- Pickup and drop-off in Colombo harbour
- English-speaking guide
- Entrance fee to Turtle Hatchery
- Boat ride in Balapitiya
- Lunch at a local restaurant
- Bottled water
Excludes
- Entrance fee to the sites not mentioned in price Includes section
- Tips to guides, restaurants. Tipping is expected
- Personal expenses
Conditions
- Children 4 Years +11 months and younger are complimentary when accompanied by a paying adult.
- All children must be accompanied by an adult.
Cancellation Policy
- To receive a full refund, travelers should cancel before 24 hours of the experience starting date in the local time zone. No refunds will be given after that time period.
Know before you go
- Please be ready and waiting at the passenger pier, 15 minutes prior to your scheduled pick-up time.
- Roundtrip transportation is available from Colombo harbour.
- Gratuity is not included and is left to individual discretion.
- You should wear comfortable clothing.
Client Reviews
Client Reviews
Joshua Todd UK
"Our Southern Sri Lanka sightseeing tour from Colombo Harbour was an amazing experience! We visited stunning locations, including beautiful beaches and historic sites. The guide from Beyond Escapes was extremely knowledgeable and friendly, providing insightful information about each destination. The service was exceptional, from the comfortable transport to the delicious lunch provided. This tour is a fantastic way to explore the highlights of Southern Sri Lanka in a single day. Highly recommend to anyone looking to see the best of this beautiful region!"
Review on Feb 28, 2024
Isaac Kane UK
"Fantastic tour! The service was excellent. Highly recommend for anyone wanting to see Southern Sri Lanka's best spots!"
Review on Sep 10, 2023
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