Galle Full-Day Tour
Experience the vibrant charm of Galle on this immersive 12-hour tour. Depart from Colombo or Negombo with a knowledgeable guide to explore top attractions, including a visit to the Turtle Hatchery, the picturesque Bentota Beach, and the poignant Tsunami Photo Museum. Witness the unique stilt fishermen in action before diving into the rich history of Galle Fort, a former trade hub with a fascinating past.
The tour includes convenient hotel pickup and drop-off, entrance tickets, and a delicious lunch. Book now to enjoy a day of cultural exploration and unforgettable sights in Galle!
Options
with Lunch and Entrance
with Lunch and Entrance Fees: Sri Lankan buffet lunch and mentions the entrance fees for all activities. Drinking water is provided and all included
Pickup included
What's included in Galle Full-Day Tour
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Stilt Fishermen Sri Lanka
Complete your Galle day tour with a visit to see the amazing Stilt Fishermen in Weligama. The fishermen sit on a cross bar tied to a vertical pole which is planted in the coral reef and the stilt with one hand while seated and carry out rod and line fishing with the other hand. The practice of stilt fishing started about 50 years after the end of the Second World War when fishermen found that fishing off the rocks that protrude over the sea was not enough to catch fish in large numbers, so they started planting discarded metal pipes into the reef and using them to lean against and fish. Over time the fishermen discovered that timber worked just as well as developed the poles into the more modern day versions that we see today. It is a unique sight to behold and one that should not be missed as we watch and marvel at Man's dexterity to overcome any hurdle.
Jungle Beach
climbed down toward the true destination of your day trip — Jungle Beach. Not another person in sight, just twin stretches of deserted sand trapped between the ocean and Rumassala Rock. Having just experienced the soul-crushing lameness of Unawatuna, this beach was exactly what we needed. Peace, solitude and gorgeous nature.
Galle Dutch Fort
Galle Dutch Fort - After learning about the sheer determination of the people through the art displayed at the Tsunami Photo Museum, let us now head down to the Galle Dutch Fort. With a tumultuous history dating back to several centuries, the city’s strategic location made it a hub for trade by sea and subsequently a landing point for the island’s colonial rulers. A fort was built to ensure protection and preservation of the city the Portuguese in early 16th Century and then extensively fortified by the Dutch during the 17th century. Originally the fort was an earthen structure with palisades, a rampart and three bastions and a moat surrounding it. Under the control of the Dutch, they built impregnable fortifications with coral and granite stones and the Fort resembled a small laid out walled town with a rectangular grid pattern of streets full of low houses with gables and verandas.
Inclusions
- Bottled water
- All Fees and Taxes
- Lunch includes for with lunch package.
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Drinks
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is require
- Minimum age is 6 years
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- Note: Itinerary is designed according to time availability. Sanota Walkers will not responsible for any deviation as per client’s/Chauffeur request.
- Please remember to bring your swimming kit for the jungle beach swim. The swim will last approximately one hour.
- Anybody can join this memorable day tour
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Pickup and Dropoff
Choose to be picked up from a list of locations
Please arrive at the pick up point 10 minutes before departure time.
Redeem
Ticket Redemption
• Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
