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Sri Lanka · Up-Close Animal Experiences
The journey
Embark on a full-day tour from Colombo to Galle and discover some of Sri Lanka's most captivating coastal highlights. Interact with adorable baby turtles at the Kosgoda Sea Turtle Hatchery, cruise along the enchanting Madu River through its pristine mangrove ecosystem, and explore the fascinating history of Galle Dutch Fort. This experience combines wildlife, nature, and heritage in one memorable journey.
It is the best example of a fortified city built by Europeans in South and South-East Asia, showing the interaction between European architectural styles and South Asian traditions.
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Visit the sea turtles on the south beach side and interact with a baby turtle. Spot the Green turtle, Oliver riddle turtle, Leatherback turtle, Hawksbill turtle, and Loggerhead turtle.
The boat ride is a wonderful way to take a closer look at this complex wetland ecosystem, a world heritage site protected by the Ramsar Convention on Wetlands. It is one of the last wetlands in Sri Lanka to contain a pristine mangrove forest.
Founded in the 16th century by the Portuguese, Galle reached the height of its development in the 18th century, before the arrival of the British. It is the best example of a fortified city built by Europeans in South and South-East Asia, showing the interaction between European architectural styles and South Asian traditions.
Where this trip takes you
Kosgoda Sea Turtle Hatchery, Madu River mangroves, Galle Dutch Fort architecture
The route
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Your 10 hours finish where they began, in Galle.
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