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Coastal Ride to Galle from Hikkaduwa

Coastal Ride to Galle from Hikkaduwa

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Coastal Ride to Galle from Hikkaduwa

(SKU: LK600X0800) The Coastal Ride in the South of Sri Lanka takes you to the most memorable places youve ever seen! Visit the Kosgoda Turtle hatchery, a safe haven for an endangered species and the perfect place to get acquainted with the local wildlife. Afterward quench your thirst for adventure with a river safari in the Madu Ganga

Highlights

  • South West coast of the country.
  • Kosgoda Turtle Hatchery.
  • Boat Safari in Madu River.
  • Galle Fort.
  • Maritime Museum.
  • Galle National Museum.
  • Galle Lighthouse.

Includes

  • Transport throughout the tour with an air-conditioned vehicle.
  • Service of an English-Speaking Chauffer Guide.
  • Entrance Fees to Kosgoda Turtle Hatchery.
  • 1-Boat Safari through Madu River.
  • 1 Liter of Bottled Mineral Water Per Person.
  • Colombo Port Pick & Drop.
  • All Taxes & Service Charges.

Excludes

  • Entrance Fees where not Specified.
  • Food or Beverages.
  • Gratuities (Optional).
  • Expenses of Personal Nature.

What to Expect

Your tour start at 0900 hrs when you will be picked up from your Hotel In Hikkaduwa and then head to the South West coast of the country. Ensure that you bring a packed breakfast with you, if you are unable to have your meal at the hotel.

The first stop on your itinerary will be the Kosgoda Turtle Hatchery Which you will reach by approximately 1100 hrs.

Visit the Kosgoda Turtle Hatchery on the Southwestern coast of Sri Lanka. Learn more about the five endangered sea turtle species that come to the shores of Sri Lanka to nest. Learn how the Kosgoda Turtle Care Program helps protect the nests until they hatch and increases the chances of survival for the babies. Get a chance to see, touch and feed baby turtles; or even injured adult turtles that the Turtle Hatchery cares for.

Thereafter, proceed to Balapitiya at approximately 1200 hrs and go on a lovely Boat Safari in Madu River.

Go on a wonderful boat ride down the Madu River with its flourishing ecosystem. Pass through the secretive passages created by the mangroves. See the basking crocodiles and water monitors. Visit one of the small islands with its cinnamon harvesting natives. Enjoy the restorative qualities of the famous fish massage.

At approximately 1300 hrs you will be have lunch at a place of your choice (At your own expense) and reach Galle by 1500 hrs and visit the Old Colonial City.

Discover the city of Galle, where the Portuguese and Dutch made their headquarters, and its secrets. Visit the Galle Fort which is one of the best preserved fortifications in Asia. View the Maritime Museum, Galle National Museum and the lighthouse. Walk through the cobblestoned streets with their Dutch names as you learn more about their histories.

You will be finishing the tour at 1730 hrs and returning to your hotel in Hikkaduwa by approximately 1800 hrs.

Additional Note

Comfortable walking shoes recommended for this tour. Drive time may change due to unpredictable road traffic. Photography stops on the way can be arranged but within locations with reasonable parking areas.

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