Madu River Safari
If you are visiting Bentota or Galle, Madu river safari is one of the top activities you can’t afford to miss. Taking you along the beautiful Madu river, the boat ride will show you the best of the mangrove ecosystem while offering you the perfect opportunity to immerse yourself in nature.
Madu River is a wetland sanctuary that spans over 900 hectares. 770 hectares of the place is covered in water while the rest inhabited with 64 islands. The islands are covered in forest and provide the perfect canopy over the river creating the perfect shade throughout your boat ride protecting you from harsh sunlight.
Wildlife
With over 300 animal and bird species, Madu river is one of the top spots to explore the biodiversity of a mangrove forest. The area is home to many small mammals, birds, fishes, reptiles and butterfly species. From crocodiles, cormorants, lizards, water snakes, tree snakes to wild boars that place will present you many close wildlife encounters.
Koth Duwa
During your boat ride make sure to stop by the small island with an ancient temple and witness the large Buddha statue and explore the rural culture and religion.
Cinnamon Island
At the cinnamon island, you can witness how cinnamon is peeled from cinnamon trees and processed to make cinnamon bales and learn about the hard work that goes into cinnamon production. You can even buy some cinnamon to take home to flavour your dishes.
Fish Therapy
Get a foot message therapy at a natural fish spa which will offer you an unique experience. Put your feet in the river water and enjoy the serenity of the surrounding as hundreds of fishes nibble the dead skin of your feet. You can even feed them with fish food.
Madu river boat safari is one of the unique experiences that you can enjoy in Galle that offers the serenity to unwind. The ride will take only a few hours and will leave you with memories you will cherish for a lifetime.
| DURATION | 1.30 – 2.00 Hours | ||
| WEAR | Comfortable clothing, sun glasses and sunscreen. | ||
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| EXCLUDED | Food and Drinks Hotel Pickup
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Important Notice : You need to arrive at the given location (Location Tab) and show the booking voucher within 9.00 AM to 4.00 PM on the booked date.
Additional information
| Photography | Nature, Wildlife |
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Tour Reviews
Very Nice Journey with beautiful sceneries.
A very relaxing boat ride, highly recommended. Fish therapy was super fun.
Around 2hr trip beautiful nature fish therapy cinnamon garden and a nice temple visit
One of the must try is the fish therapy. Overall a unique experience
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