Coastal Ride to Galle from Bentota
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This one-day tour takes you on a coastal ride of wild adventure and sublime relaxation. Explore the mangrove depths of Madu River. Get that perfect tan on the white sands of Unawatuna. Enjoy walking over cobblestones steeped in history as you view the old city of Galle. See Moonstones Mines in Metiyagoda. Create an unforgettable and wonderful experience on your vacation.
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Bentota, nestled along the southwestern coast of Sri Lanka, boasts pristine beaches, lush greenery, and serene lagoons. It's a paradise for water sports enthusiasts with opportunities for snorkeling, diving, and jet skiing. Cultural landmarks like the Galapata Vihara Temple and the Brief Garden offer insights into the region's rich heritage.
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. Observe the waterbirds in their natural habitats.
Hear more about the difficulties faced by the miners. Grab the opportunity to purchase some marvellous pieces; though you will need to haggle to get a reasonable price. This tour shows you the traditions of one of the oldest trades in Sri Lankan history - gem mining.
Hikkaduwa Beach, located on the southwestern coast of Sri Lanka, is renowned for its golden sands and vibrant atmosphere. Framed by palm trees swaying in the tropical breeze, the beach offers a picturesque setting for sunbathing, swimming, and water sports. Its crystal-clear waters are perfect for snorkeling and diving, revealing a colorful underwater world teeming with marine life and coral reefs. Along the shore, visitors can find bustling beachfront cafes, bars, and markets, creating a lively and welcoming ambiance for travelers from around the globe.
The Sea Turtle Hatchery Centre in Mahamodara, Sri Lanka, is a vital sanctuary dedicated to the conservation of endangered sea turtles. Nestled along the picturesque coast, it serves as a haven for these magnificent creatures, protecting their eggs and nurturing hatchlings until they are ready for release into the ocean. Through education and outreach programs, the center raises awareness about the importance of sea turtle preservation, offering visitors a unique opportunity to witness these ancient marine beings up close.
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.
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- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Reviews(3)
It’s basically a car and driver who takes you to 3 or 4 different places And you pay at each place separately for the activity. So it works out really expensive
Booking through lakpura tours was a good decision for us, the company manages proper & well organised tours, with well trained staff, our driver was very polite, knowledgeable, informative and attentive at all times, I highly recommend to book with them
J19822 Thank you so much for taking your time to share an insightful review of your excursion experience and our service. We are thrilled to hear the lasting impression the experience has left on you, Your wonderful comments and positive feedback is a great incentive for us to further ensure and enhance our level of service for the future as well. I hope to have you again here in Sri Lanka.
Fantastic surroundings at Galle Fort, the cricket ground, the ocean, the Dutch and English influences history, it makes for a wonderful tour. We used Lakpura for our tour and the driver was excellent, patient and very generous with his knowledge. We stopped by the turtle hatchery on the way through to Galle which was fantastic. The guide was very informative and it was amazing to pat the turtles (and pick up a baby turtle). The other stop outside of Galle was the gemstone mine which we felt was a tourist trap. The gemstones on offer were literally 5 times recommended retail price. For example, we looked at an uncut amethyst (approximate 3cm length) which they priced at 15,000LKR. Do not buy anything from them. The driver asked what type of food we wanted for lunch, we said local and he recommended Luck Fort Restaurant and we were not disappointed. We had curry for 2 which was an assortment of 10 different curry samples and they were all amazing and very well priced at 1,500LKR which we also had Lion beer to wash it down with.
Ref: J17408 Hi Stewart, Thank you so much for your thoughts about your experience and the service that Lakpura offered you. It was my pleasure to make the necessary arrangements for you. My main objective was to ensure that you will have a truly memorable time here in our paradise island and offer you the best service that I can offer to assist with that regard. Hope to have you again here in Sri Lanka
