🏨 Day Visit to Dutch Galle Fort & Bentota Mangrove Safari From Colombo Activity

Overview

Come fall in love with Sri Lanka's best tourist spots in this tourist Galle which is the capital city of the Southern Province of Sri Lanka. The town has a World Heritage Site to its name and that is predominantly responsible for its popularity with tourists. This is the 300-year-old Dutch Fort, but there are other historical buildings to view as well. During your boat ride, in madu Ganga you can see a huge mangrove forest by the river banks. Boats will ride under a short tunnel, which is made out of mangrove. You can see many birds and animals who are living in this aquatic environment.

What's Included

Air-conditioned vehicle

English Speaking Driver Cum Guide

Hotel pickup and drop-off

Madu Ganga Mangrove Safari

What's Not Included

Food and drinks, unless specified

Gratuities

Traveler Information

INFANT: Age: 0 - 1
CHILD: Age: 2 - 11
ADULT: Age: 12 - 99

Additional Info

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Subject to favorable weather conditions. If canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Subject to favorable weather conditions. If canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation Policy

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

For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

Galle Fort

The Galle Fort, or Dutch Fort as it is also known, is a fortification first built by the Portuguese on the Southwestern coast of Sri Lanka. The initial fortifications, which were built in the late 16th century, were quite basic. According to a statement by UNESCO, the site was recognized as a World Heritage Site for its unique exposition of an urban ensemble which illustrates the interaction of European architecture and South Asian traditions from the 16th to the 19th centuries which is the criterion number four for such recognition.

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Galle Fort Lighthouse

The Galle Fort, or Dutch Fort as it is also known, is a fortification first built by the Portuguese on the Southwestern coast of Sri Lanka. The initial fortifications, which were built in the late 16th century, were quite basic. According to a statement by UNESCO, the site was recognized as a World Heritage Site for its unique exposition of an urban ensemble which illustrates the interaction of European architecture and South Asian traditions from the 16th to the 19th centuries which is the criterion number four for such recognition.

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Madu Ganga Biodiversity Area

Madu River, home to charming mountains; a cinnamon estate where you can purchase cinnamon oil, sticks and powder; a fish ranch where you can take care of fish and hold a child gator; and taste on a delicate coconut purchased from an islander. For a voyage with a distinction.

2 hours • Admission Ticket Not Included

Dutch Hospital Shopping Precinct

Located in Galle, Dutch Hospital Shopping Precinct as the name would suggest is a shopping mall located in a beautifully restored colonial building originally built during the Dutch occupation. It has a constantly growing selection of places to eat, drink or shop. There are fabulous bay views from its upper balcony.

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Colombo

Colombo, the capital of Sri Lanka, has a long history as a port on old east-west exchange courses, administered progressively by the Portuguese, Dutch and British. That legacy is reflected in its engineering, blending pilgrim structures in with elevated structures and shopping centers. The monumental Colombo National Museum, committed to Sri Lankan history, outskirts rambling Viharamahadevi Park and its mammoth Buddha.

• Admission Ticket Free

Galle

Alluded by local people as the Eighth Wonder of the World this antiquated castle and stronghold complex has noteworthy archeological significance and draws in a great many voyagers consistently. It is likely the most visited traveler goal in Sri Lanka.

• Admission Ticket Free

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