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Ancient Dutch Fort Tour and River Safari from Galle City

Operated by Lakpura® 4.7 1,673 reviews Duration 7 hours and 30 minutes

Explore Galle Fort's Dutch colonial streets and glide through Madu River's mangrove channels on this private 7.5-hour tour from Galle.

Ancient Dutch Fort Tour and River Safari from Galle City Ancient Dutch Fort Tour and River Safari from Galle City Ancient Dutch Fort Tour and River Safari from Galle City Ancient Dutch Fort Tour and River Safari from Galle City Ancient Dutch Fort Tour and River Safari from Galle City

About this experience

Salga de su hotel en Galle e ingrese a un vehículo privado con aire acondicionado mientras su guía chofer de habla inglesa lo guía a través de 7.5 horas de los lugares más gratificantes del sur de Sri Lanka. Comience en Galle Fort, Patrimonio de la Humanidad de la UNESCO, donde camina por calles adoquinadas que aún llevan sus nombres holandeses originales, pasando por murallas coloniales, iglesias antiguas y callejones llenos de boutiques que cuentan cuatro siglos de historia comercial.

Desde la fortaleza, viaje hacia el norte hasta el río Madu, donde aborda un bote y flota a través de densos canales de manglares que cierren el agua en ambos lados. Observe lagartos monitores en las raíces, martines pescadores volando sobre su cabeza y los ritmos tranquilos de un ecosistema de humedales prácticamente sin cambios durante generaciones. El recogida y entrega en el hotel, transporte y safari fluvial están incluidos; traiga sus propios refrigerios y bebidas, ya que las comidas no están incluidas.

Duration7 hours and 30 minutes
LanguagesEnglish
Group typePrivate — your party only
Min age5 years
Ashan
Your tour planner

Ashan Executive

Have questions or want to customise this itinerary? Reach Ashan directly — replies usually within a few hours during Sri Lanka business hours.

What’s included

Included

  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off from Galle.
  • Transport in a standard air-conditioned vehicle.
  • Service of an English-speaking chauffeur guide.
  • boat safari through the mangroves of Madu river.

Not included

  • Food or Drinks.
  • Gratuities (Optional)
  • Expenses of Personal Nature.

Route

The drive from Galle to Ancient Dutch Fort Tour and River.

Please note

  • Public transportation nearby
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Not stroller accessible
  • Not suitable for pets
  • Infants must not sit on laps
  • Infant seats unavailable
  • Not recommended for people with back problems
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for people with heart conditions

Cancellation policy

  • More than 24 hours notice: full refund
  • Less than 24 hours notice: no refund

To cancel, reply to your booking confirmation email or message us on WhatsApp.

Traveller reviews

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4.9 of 5 bubbles on TripAdvisor
4.9 / 5 · 268 reviews
#5 of 156 Boat Tours & Water Sports in Galle
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Well worth it, even with the rain!
A bit wet and rainy but well worth the experience! Saw birds, flying foxes, snakes, monkeys and so many big water monitors! Our guide was very friendly (I’m so sorry sir, I forgot your name!). Wear a rain jacket, accept…
trickyvillains · Jun 2026 · via TripAdvisor
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Great trip
2 hours, animals all the way along. Monkeys, water lizards, a range of birds, bats. Tour guide also pointed out the traditional Sri Lankan flour growing on the river and a cinnamon tree on the edge. Very close and conven…
Curious09982434726 · Jun 2026 · via TripAdvisor
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Wildlife, views & a brilliant guide.
We had a fantastic riverboat ride in Galle today – such an enjoyable experience from start to finish. There was so much wildlife to see along the way, which made it feel really special and immersive. A big thank you to…
258melissac · Apr 2026 · via TripAdvisor

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