Private Day Tour to Galle from Colombo: Explore UNESCO Heritage Site, Dutch Fort and Wildlife
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Embark on a private day tour from Colombo to Galle and discover the UNESCO-listed Dutch Fort, wildlife, and cultural attractions. Enjoy a boat ride on the Madu River and visit the Kosgoda sea turtle conservation project and mask museum in Ambalangoda.
Duration: 12 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Colombo - You will be picked up from your hotel in Colombo or Mount Lavinia by our chauffeur guide at 07:30 a.m. and commence the day tour to Galle.
  • Kosgoda Sea Turtle Conservation Project - The first stop is to visit the Sea Turtle Conservation Project in Kosgoda. You will be able to see how Sea turtles are being conserved and inspect their activities. Further, you will see the hatchery program which was being implemented to hatch eggs safely before releasing it into the sea.
  • Madu River - Next, you will be stopped at Balapitiya and proceed to Madu Ganga riverboat safari. You might see some animals such as wild boars, monkeys, and squirrels as well as many birds available during the boat safari.
  • Ariyapala Mask Museum - Thereafter you can visit a mask museum at Ambalangoda and see how they are making traditional mask in the factory.
  • Galle Fort - After arriving Galle you will proceed to Galle Fort Sightseeing. Galle Fort was first built by Portuguese and it was again fortified by Dutch when Sri Lanka was a Colonial under them. It was built on a rocky peninsula and three sides’ area covered by the sea. Just after the entrance, you can see the front wall and a clock tower on top of the wall.

When you move to the southernmost end of the fort you can see the Flag Rock which was used as a bastion by Portuguese. Currently, it has become more attractive for tourists due to some locals leap to the water from the rock.

Next, you will be met the Lighthouse located in the southern end of the promontory which was built in 1938. Thereafter you will be moved to the Maritime Archaeology Museum, Dutch Reformed Church (which the history goes to 1640) and Galle National Museum.

Finally, transfer back to Colombo and you will be safely dropped at your hotel or at the place where you picked up.

What's Included
  • 1 liter bottled water
  • Service of a chauffeur guide
  • Surcharges on fuel
  • Hotel Pick-up and drop-off by an air-conditioned vehicle
What's Not Included
  • Entrance fees of museums, Sea turtle Conservation Project and boat ride charges.
  • Lunch or any other meals and drinks (available to purchase)
  • Expenses of personal nature such as - Tips for Guides, Drivers, Porters & waiters. -Laundry, medical bills, telephone calls, personal travel insurance etc.
Additional Information

Embark on an exclusive day-long excursion to Galle from your lodging in Colombo and explore the UNESCO recognized world heritage, the Galle Dutch Fort, located in the southern part of Sri Lanka. As you return, indulge in a delightful boat tour on the Madu river and drop by the Kosgoda sea turtle preservation project along with a visit to the mask museum at Ambalangoda.

  • Childe supplement will be added when sharing with parents.
  • A formal Dress code is required both men and women when entered in to Temples and National Museum. Your knees and shoulders must be fully covered by the dress. No shorts or sleeveless tops are allowed.
Location
Colombo
Cancellation Policy

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

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John
Nov 9, 2019
Galle Fort from Colombo - A really pleasurable and informative tour with a knowledgeable good english speaking guide. During the time we visited - end of October 2019 - it was during rainy season but this in no way spoilt the trip. The journey to Galle was broken by a visit to the Turtle hatchery and conservation centre and it was heartening to see what was being done to preserve these endangered creatures. The Fort itself was very interesting and remarkably well preserved/restored with a fine selection of shops and restaurants within the walls.
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