Southern Coast Highlights from Ahangama
Description
This one-day tour offers you the opportunity to tour the best attractions on the Southern coast of tropical Sri Lanka. Visit a tea factory to discover the mysteries of tea-making. Marvel at the skill of the stilt fishermen. Learn with a cooking demonstration on local food and spices. Relax with a fresh seafood lunch. Tour a city of Galle and visit the famed Galle Fort. This is a tour for all ages.
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Ahangama is a coastal town in Galle District, Southern Province of Sri Lanka. It is approximately 18 km east of Galle. The A2 highway passes through the town.
Galle Fort, nestled along Sri Lanka's southwestern coast, is a captivating UNESCO World Heritage Site. Its fortified walls, built by the Dutch in the 17th century, encircle a charming enclave of colonial-era buildings, cobblestone streets, and lush gardens. This historic gem offers a blend of architectural splendor, cultural richness, and scenic beauty, making it a must-visit destination for history enthusiasts and travelers seeking an immersive journey through time.
he Galle Lighthouse, standing tall against the backdrop of the Indian Ocean, is a beacon of maritime history and coastal beauty. Perched on the fortified walls of Galle Fort, this iconic structure guides ships with its radiant beam, symbolizing the enduring maritime legacy of Sri Lanka's southern coast.
No matter where you are in Sri Lanka, tea is never too far away, and if you love a cup of Ceylon Tea, a visit to a tea plantation and factory is a must, as you travel around the island. The Handunugoda Low Country Tea Plantation and Tea Factory invites you to explore and learn the intricate art of making tea! The estate is most famed for producing the exotic Virgin White Tea.
Owing to its tropical location, Sri Lanka is surrounded by waters that teem with vibrant marine life. The sea life found around the island consists of many that are entitled in the list of IUCN as endangered species and turtles rank among the most prominent creatures on this list. All of five sea turtle species such as the Green, Olive Ridley, Loggerhead, Leatherback and Hawksbill turtles can be found in the waters surrounding the island. And all of these turtles occasionally drop by the shores to lay their eggs.
Stilt fishermen, a timeless spectacle along Sri Lanka's southern shores, epitomize the artistry and resilience of traditional fishing methods. Balanced precariously on wooden poles, these fishermen skillfully cast their lines, creating a picturesque scene that embodies the cultural heritage and natural bounty of the island.
Ahangama is a coastal town in Galle District, Southern Province of Sri Lanka. It is approximately 18 km east of Galle. The A2 highway passes through the town.
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Pickup Locations & Times
Departure Point: Your Hotel in Ahangama Dates: See Availability Return point: Your Hotel in Ahangama
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(2)
We had an amazing time on this trip and I'm so pleased we selected this option. Mewan was very helpful in seeing up the itinerary before the day and confirming everything with me. The guide on the day arrived promptly and drive safely. He was helpful and pointed us in the right direction if we wanted more information. Out of all the activities I enjoyed the tea plantation the most. If was fascinating learning about the different types of tea, and the shop at the end was also great to visit. My husband enjoyed the turtle sanctuary the most. He liked learning the turtle facts and was enchanted when he was allowed to hold a turtle.
J32547U03 Thank you so much for taking the time to review your experience and our service. We are thrilled to hear the lasting impression the experience has left on you, Your wonderful comments and positive feedback are a great incentive for us to further ensure and enhance our level of service for the future as well. We hope to have you again here in Sri Lanka.
Highly recommend that you consider this trip as an option if you're looking for something to do in the south coast, this hits up most of the main activities. My driver was friendly, professional and drove safely. He picked us up on time from our hotel directly and took us to each of the sites in a timely manner. He made sure we had plenty of time at each place to check it out and ask questions and learn. The tea plantation was fantastic. I enjoyed learning all about the different tea varieties and factors that influence its growth. I also enjoyed learning about other agricultural products of Sri Lanka such as rubber, coffee and cinnamon. The plantation was really nice to tour as well and they have an excellent selection of teas at the end to purchase. They do take card payment. The next stop was the stilt fisherman. You do not have to pay to watch them and they were really friendly about answering questions as well. You will need to pay if you want to take a photo and they also have the option of letting you get onto a stilt to take a photo there too. We stood watching them for about 5 min and didn't feel pressured to pay. We then visited the turtle sanctuary a real highlight of the day. We learnt about how turtles hatch eggs plus the different factors that go into determining genders and behaviours. We saw whole range of different turtles and learnt about the different species and why they go to the sanctuary for treatment. We also got to hold baby turtles which was really unexpected and our guide came in and took pictures of us for us too. Galle Fort was interesting to visit. It was larger than we thought so make sure you bring comfortable walking shoes. We had plenty of time to visit shops, stop for lunch, read all the signs and take lots of pictures. We just had to text our guide and ask him to pick us up at the end. Finally, we decided to stop for a sweet treat on the way home and our guide accommodatingly dropped us off at an ice cream parlours that we could end the day with a cold treat.
