From Kalutara: Handungoda, Galle, and Kosgoda
ID: GYG258512-447982
Category:
Country: Sri Lanka
Duration:
10:00 hours
Description
Discover the best attractions on the southern coast of tropical Sri Lanka on this day trip. Visit a tea factory, a turtle hatchery, a stilt fisherman village and much more.
Immerse yourself in the coastal culture of southern Sri Lanka on this all-encompassing day trip. After getting picked up from your hotel in Kalutara, head to your first stop of the day, the Handunugoda Tea Factory and learn the history and production processes of the highly sought-after virgin white tea that this factory produces.
Afterward, travel to Ahangama to observe the stilt fishermen, who are one of the most iconic figures in Sri Lanka. Watch them as they fish and get the chance to learn how to fish for yourself from one of the fishermen. Stop for lunch at the location of your choice before heading to the coastal city of Galle. Visit Galle Fort, the Galle Lighthouse, the National Maritime Museum, the picturesque cobblestoned streets with their Dutch names, and many more colonial remnants.
Finally, visit the Kosgoda Turtle Hatchery. Spend some time learning about the 5 turtle species that visit Sri Lanka for nesting and get to see and touch baby turtles. Pay a visit to the turtle hospital where adult turtles get treated for injuries. At the end of your visit, get dropped off back at your hotel.
Highlights
- Explore a tea factory located by the sea
- Meet the local stilt fishermen in Ahangama
- Get up close and personal with baby turtles
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• Please note that no meals are included in this tour
• You should bring a packed breakfast with you if you are unable to have breakfast at your hotel
• Gratuities are optional and not included
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 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 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.
