Madu Ganga: Mangrove Lagoon & Bentota Boat Tour
ID: GYG39448-49550
Category:
Country: Sri Lanka
Duration:
08:00 hours
Description
The most important asset of the fragile Eco-system of Madu Ganga is its mangrove forests. These mangrove forests are providing the protection for large number of aquatic bird, animal and plant species.
Madu Ganga is one of the most important natural assets of Sri Lanka. It is located 70km south of Colombo on the Colombo-Galle main road. Madu Ganga is the second largest wetland in the island, consisting of 28 islands. The number of families living in the islands estimated to be around 250. Madu Ganga spreads over 915 hectares of wet land and harbors multi-varied Bio-diversity Eco-system. Madu Ganga wetland is fed by seven tributaries and forms the body of the wetland. The water runs through a course of land that span of 2300 hectares that was declares as a national sanctuary in 2006.
A cruise on a modern motor boat is the best way to exploring the natural wealth of Madu Ganga, the islands in the wetland are largely inaccessible by road. The inhabitants are also using the boats and more often paddle boats as the means of transport. Seerendipity tours offer a particularly appealing boat trips around Madu Ganga. This Ramsa Wetland is one of the most visited natural attractions of Sri Lanka’s west coast, with riverscapes to quiet thick grown islands and mangrove forests with sites of immense natural interest. There is plenty of opportunity to spot fascinating wild life based on aquatic environment, throughout the tour.
The most important asset of the fragile Eco-system of Madu Ganga is its mangrove forests. These mangrove forests are providing the protection for large number of aquatic bird, animal and plant species. The Eco-system in Madu Ganga is the home for different kinds of aquatic plants, crabs, shrimps, fish, insects, amphibians and other animal life including crocodile.
Highlights
- Mangrove vegetation
- Riverine environment
- Bird watching
- River cruise
- Wet land animals
- Optional fish massage
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Cancellation Charges
21 days or less- 100% cancellation charge.
Between 21 days and 30 days - 50% or the equivalent of the first two days charges.
Above 31 days - No cancellation charges provided no commitment or advances are made to 3rd parties.
Cancellation policy will be applicable for any reduction of rooms after the release period.
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
You are required to bring and wear a mask
You will receive a mandatory temperature check
You must fill out a travel information form
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
