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Home/Destinations/Bentota/Bentota river & nature
River & nature · Bentota itinerary

Bentota River & Nature: The Best Itinerary

Bentota’s river and wildlife are its heart. Here is how to explore them — with the best-rated tours to book.

At a glance

  1. 1Madu River
  2. 2Cinnamon island
  3. 3Turtles
  4. 4Mangroves

The river

The Madu Ganga mangrove maze.

The islands

Cinnamon island and the river temple.

The turtles

A coastal hatchery visit.

Book the experiences in this itinerary

Top-rated tours for exactly what this plan recommends in Bentota — prices per person.

River Safari Bentota with Mangroves ,crocodiles ,Birds, Monkeys.
Bentota
River Safari Bentota with Mangroves ,crocodiles ,Birds, Monkeys.
5.0(18)·1–2 hours
from$33/ person
via Viator
Swim with Turtles Rarotonga - Guided Turtle Tour
Rarotonga
Swim with Turtles Rarotonga - Guided Turtle Tour
5.0(30)·1h 30min
from$86/ person
via Viator
Bentota with River Safari, Waterfall, Temple and Teaplantation
Bentota
Bentota with River Safari, Waterfall, Temple and Teaplantation
5.0(14)·6–8 hours
from$88/ person
via Viator
Galle Day Trip with Stilt Fishing & Turtle Hatchery
Galle
Galle Day Trip with Stilt Fishing & Turtle Hatchery
5.0(23)·3–5 hours
from$76/ person
via Viator
Private Bentota River Safari Wildlife Adventure and Scenic Views
Bentota
Private Bentota River Safari Wildlife Adventure and Scenic Views
5.0(14)·2h 20min
from$30/ person
via Viator
Galle Day Tour with River Safari, Tea Plantation & Sea Turtle
Kalutara
Galle Day Tour with River Safari, Tea Plantation & Sea Turtle
5.0(11)·8–12 hours
from$135/ person
via Viator
Bentota River Wildlife Boat Safari
Bentota
Bentota River Wildlife Boat Safari
5.0(13)·2h 20min
from$28/ person
via Viator
Private Galle Day Tour with River Safari, Stilt fishing & Turtles
Bentota
Private Galle Day Tour with River Safari, Stilt fishing & Turtles
5.0(10)·6–7 hours
from$94/ person
via Viator

Bentota river & nature — FAQ

What is the best nature tour in Bentota?
A Madu River mangrove safari with a cinnamon island and turtle hatchery is the top nature experience.
What wildlife can you see in Bentota?
Kingfishers, monitor lizards, sea turtles and mangrove ecosystems.
Is the Madu River trip family-friendly?
Yes — the gentle boat ride and turtles make it perfect for families.

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