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By Nilmines tour
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$42 per adult

Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 1h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup

Overview

    • Discover the serene Madu River on a boat tour from Balapitiya
    • Learn about the importance of mangroves and the traditional prawn traps
    • Visit an ancient Buddhist temple on an island and stop by a cinnamon plantation

Activity location

    • Galle
    • Galle, Southern Province, Sri Lanka

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Galle
    • Galle, Southern Province, Sri Lanka

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Balapitiya: Madu River Boat Tour

  • Activity duration is 1 hour1h
    1h
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 9:00 AM
Price details
AU$42.18 x 2 AdultsAU$84.36
Total
Price is AU$84.36

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Boat tour of Madu River
  • Inclusions
    Live tour guide
  • Inclusions
    Visit to a cinnamon plantation
  • Inclusions
    Option for a fish massage
  • Inclusions
    Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Exclusions
    Food and drinks
  • Exclusions
    Service charge

Know before you book

    • Not allowed: Feeding animals, Smoking, Touching plants
    • Not suitable for: Non-swimmers, People with back problems, Wheelchair users

What you can expect

  • Discover the serene Madu River on a boat tour from Balapitiya. Cruise through dense mangrove forests, spotting exotic wildlife like crocodiles and storks. Visit an ancient Buddhist temple on an island and stop by a cinnamon plantation, where you can buy fresh cinnamon.

    Starting from Balapitiya, embark on a scenic journey down the Madu River, gliding through lush mangrove forests with shaded tunnels and open sunlit areas. Spot diverse wildlife, from crocodiles and water snakes to wild boars and colourful birds, while learning about the importance of mangroves.

    Discover traditional prawn and shrimp traps in the river’s shallows. You can also opt for a unique fish massage, where tiny fish gently massage your feet. This 1–2-hour tour perfectly combines wildlife, culture, and relaxation—a must for anyone seeking an authentic Sri Lankan experience.

Location

Activity location

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    • Galle
    • Galle, Southern Province, Sri Lanka

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Galle
    • Galle, Southern Province, Sri Lanka