Embark on a 2-day tour along Sri Lanka’s southern coastline, from tea estates to turtle conservation. Explore colonial Galle, go whale watching in Mirissa, and witness stilt fishermen in Koggala.
Embark on a 2-day tour along Sri Lanka’s southern coastline, from tea estates to turtle conservation. Explore colonial Galle, go whale watching in Mirissa, and witness stilt fishermen in Koggala.
Negombo > Ahangama > Koggala > Galle
Negombo - Start your journey at 0830 hrs from your hotel in Negombo. You will be met by a designated chauffer guide from Lakpura Travels. After the formalities at the hotel you will be escorted to your air conditioned vehicle and proceed to Ahangama and visit Handungoda Tea Factory.
Handunugoda Tea Factory…
Negombo > Ahangama > Koggala > Galle
Negombo - Start your journey at 0830 hrs from your hotel in Negombo. You will be met by a designated chauffer guide from Lakpura Travels. After the formalities at the hotel you will be escorted to your air conditioned vehicle and proceed to Ahangama and visit Handungoda Tea Factory.
Handunugoda Tea Factory - Visit Handunugoda Tea Factory which is also known as the Virgin White Tea Factory. Learn the history of the tea that this factory produces. Get to know how the famous Virgin White Tea is plucked and processed completely untouched by human hands. Engage in a tasting session with a delicious cup of tea and scrumptious chocolate cake. Get a chance to purchase some tea leaves as a souvenir.
Stilt Fishermen Sri Lanka - Later in the evening visit Stilt Fisherman in Koggala and Old Colonial City of Galle.
Watch the captivating sight of fishermen perched on stilts in the waters along the coast of Koggala. Hear the stories of how stilt fishing came to Sri Lanka, from the mouths of the fishermen who have practiced the craft for generations. Learn how the stilt fishing is done in detail and marvel at the level of skill that goes into it. Get some amazing photographs of the fishermen silhouetted against the shoreline at sunset.
Galle - 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.
On completion return back to the hotel and relax.
Ahangama > Mirissa > Balapitiya > Kosgoda > Negombo
Mirissa Fisheries Harbor - Early in the morning reach Mirissa Fishery Harbor by 0600 hrs to go on a Whale Watching tour.
This tour gives you an opportunity to see the biggest mammals on earth, the whales, in their natural habitat. Get a chance to see blue whales, sperm whales, and fin whales as they swim in the waters to the south of Sri Lanka. Gain more knowledge about the whales as a species from a qualified naturalist and learn to identify them.
Madu Ganga Biodiversity Area - After the tour return back to the hotel, relax, check out and proceed to Balapitiya 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. Observe the waterbirds in their natural habitats.
Negombo - On completion start your journey back to your hotel in Negombo.
- Daily supply of two 500ml water bottles per person.
- Private vehicle transport including fuel, parking, and toll fees.
- English-speaking chauffeur guide service.
- All taxes and service charges covered.
- Daily supply of two 500ml water bottles per person.
- Private vehicle transport including fuel, parking, and toll fees.
- English-speaking chauffeur guide service.
- All taxes and service charges covered.
- Hotel Accommodation and Meals.
- Entrance fees to the respective sites.
- Chauffeur Guide’s Accommodation.
- Expenses of personal nature.
- Visa and Related Expenses.
- Tips & Portages.
- Hotel Accommodation and Meals.
- Entrance fees to the respective sites.
- Chauffeur Guide’s Accommodation.
- Expenses of personal nature.
- Visa and Related Expenses.
- Tips & Portages.
Sea, Sand & Marine Life is a 2-day, single-night tour along Sri Lanka’s Southern Coastline. Starting from Negombo, participants will journey south to explore and discover the incredible attractions that make Sri Lanka’s southern coast a perfect getaway. Highlights include the only low-country tea estate in Hadungoda, the Dutch Fort in Colonial Galle,…
Sea, Sand & Marine Life is a 2-day, single-night tour along Sri Lanka’s Southern Coastline. Starting from Negombo, participants will journey south to explore and discover the incredible attractions that make Sri Lanka’s southern coast a perfect getaway. Highlights include the only low-country tea estate in Hadungoda, the Dutch Fort in Colonial Galle, whale watching in Mirissa Bay, a boat safari on the Madu River, a turtle hatchery and conservation center in Balapitiya, and witnessing stilt fishermen at work in Koggala. This tour promises to leave participants in awe of the wonders of this island paradise.
- Instant Confirmation, subject to availability
- Comfortable clothes and hats recommended
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.