GALLE / BENTOTA BY SHALANKA TOURS
GALLE / BENTOTA BY SHALANKA TOURS
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Tour Type
Wildlife
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Tour Date
4 Oct 25 - 31 Dec 30
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Traveler
6
Overview
Galle, a coastal city in Sri Lanka, is renowned for its UNESCO-listed 17th-century Dutch Fort, featuring historic bastions, the iconic lighthouse, and the charming Old Dutch Hospital shopping complex. Key activities include exploring the fort's colonial architecture, enjoying sunset walks, snorkeling at nearby beaches like Dalawella, and visiting the Sinharaja Rainforest.
Tour Amenities
- Free Coupons
- Laundry Services
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Wireless Internet
- Car Parking
- Food and Drinks
- Pick And Drop Services
- Reservations
Tour Plan
Galle Fort Exploration
Walk the 3 km long, 16th-century Portuguese-built and 17th-century Dutch-expanded fort walls, which feature 14 bastions. Key landmarks include the lighthouse, the clock tower, the Sun, Moon, and Star bastions, and the Dutch Reformed Church.
Shopping and Dining in the Fort
Visit the Old Dutch Hospital, now a vibrant shopping and dining precinct, for gems, clothing, and local cuisine.
Beaches and Water Activities
Relax at Dalawella Beach or take a walk to the famous rope swing at Dream Cabana in Unawatuna. Jungle Beach offers calmer waters for swimming.
Cultural and Historical Sites
Visit the Martin Wickramasinghe Folk Museum Complex and the Galle International Cricket Stadium.
Nature and Adventure
Take a day trip to the Sinharaja Forest Reserve, a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its rich biodiversity and hiking trails.
Workshops and Experiences
Engage in local culture with Traditional Batik making workshops, Sri Lankan cooking classes, or jewelry-making sessions.
Water Sports & Beach Activities
Water Sports Center
Located where the river meets the sea, this is the hub for jet-skiing, windsurfing, parasailing, and banana boat rides.
Bentota Beach
A long stretch of sand ideal for swimming, sunbathing, and taking long walks
Snorkeling & Diving
Explore nearby coral reefs and shipwrecks.
Nature & Wildlife
Madu Ganga River Safari
A must-do boat trip through mangrove forests, visiting small islands, cinnamon gardens, and Buddhist temples.
Turtle Hatcheries
Visit nearby hatcheries in Kosgoda to see, protect, and release sea turtles.
Bentota Lake
Offers calm boat rides, kayaking, and birdwatching.
Culture & Sightseeing
Kande Viharaya Temple
Features one of the tallest sitting Buddha statues in the world.
Brief Garden by Bevis Bawa
A beautifully landscaped 5-acre garden once owned by renowned artist Bevis Bawa.
Lunuganga Estate
The country home of famed architect Geoffrey Bawa.
Galapata Raja Vihara
An ancient temple complex with 12th-century roots. For the best experience, walking the fort walls during sunset is highly recommended.
