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Alle Touren in ColomboTagesausflug: Festung Galle, Stelzenfischer und Flusssafari in Bentota in Colombo
Ein Tag an der Suedkueste mit der Festung Galle, den Stelzenfischern, einem Schildkroeten-Schutzprojekt, einem buddhistischen Tempel und einer Flusssafari durch die Mangroven von Bentota.
Tagesausflug: Festung Galle, Stelzenfischer und Flusssafari in Bentota: Auf einen Blick
| Price | From $260 per person |
|---|---|
| Duration | Full day |
| Group size | Up to 8 people |
| Languages | English |
| Tour type | Guided Tour |
| Booking | Direct with the local operator — no OTA markup |
Choose from 7 available options
Pick up from Bentota/ Beruwala/ Kosgoda/ Ahungalla
Pick up from Wadduwa / Kalutara
Pick up from Ahangama/ Koggala/ Weligama/ Mirissa / Matara
Pick up from Hikkaduwa/Rathgama/ Galle/ Unawatuna/ Talpe
Pick up from Dickwella/ Hiriketiya / Tangalle/ Ranna
Pick up frm Hambantota/Udawalawe/Weerawila/Tissamaharam/Yala
Pick up from Colombo / Mt Lavinia
Vollständige Beschreibung
Die Suedwestkueste packt viel in einen kurzen Strassenabschnitt, und dieser Tag verbindet die Teile davon, die einen Stopp wert sind, statt daran vorbeizufahren. Alles liegt innerhalb von etwa zwei Stunden ab Colombo, der Tag ist also um Stopps herum aufgebaut.
Die Festung Galle ist der Anker. Die Portugiesen bauten im 16. Jahrhundert die ersten Befestigungen, und die Hollaender bauten sie im 17. Jahrhundert wieder auf, wobei eine ummauerte Stadt mit niedrigen Haeusern mit Saeulenveranden, einer hollaendisch-reformierten Kirche, einer Moschee, die dort gebaut wurde, wo einst eine portugiesische Kapelle stand, und einem Leuchtturm auf dem suedlichen Wallabschnitt zurueckblieb. Es ist ein UNESCO-Weltkulturerbe und wird noch immer bewohnt, was verhindert, dass es sich wie ein Museum anfuehlt. Die Wallanlagen zu durchwandern ist der beste Weg, die Anlage zu verstehen.
Die Stelzenfischer arbeiten in den flachen Gewaessern nahe Koggala, auf in den Meeresgrund getriebenen Pfaehlen sitzend. Die Praxis begann nach dem Zweiten Weltkrieg, als ueberfuellte Straende Fischer dazu brachten, Stellen vor der Kueste zu beanspruchen, und heute ist das meiste, was man sieht, fuer Besucher inszeniert, die fuer das Fotografieren um eine Gebuehr gebeten werden. Das vorher zu wissen ist besser, als davon ueberrascht zu werden.
Das Schildkroeten-Schutzprojekt an dieser Kueste sammelt Eier von Straenden, an denen sie sonst ausgegraben wuerden, bruetet sie in geschuetztem Sand aus und laesst die Jungtiere frei. Das Personal erklaert, welche der fuenf nistenden Arten hierher an Land kommen und was mit ihnen geschieht.
Die Flusssafari fuehrt von Bentota in die Mangroven und die Lagune, etwa anderthalb Stunden per Boot durch enge Kanaele, in denen sich die Wurzeln ueber dem Wasser woelben. Warane, Eisvoegel und gelegentlich eine Affentruppe am Ufer sind die ueblichen Sichtungen, und es gibt Stopps an kleinen Inseln, darunter eine, wo Zimt von Hand geschaelt und getrocknet wird. Ein Besuch eines buddhistischen Tempels rundet die Route vor der Rueckfahrt ab.
Ablauf
The schedule below is a suggested plan and can be adjusted to suit your preferences.
Hotel pickup
Your driver collects you from your hotel and heads south on the expressway.
Bentota river safari
Boat trip through the mangrove channels and lagoon islands, including a cinnamon island stop.
Turtle conservation project
Visit the hatchery tanks and nesting enclosure and hear how the project runs.
Buddhist temple
A short visit to a coastal temple, with time for the shrine and the stupa.
Lunch on the coast
Break at a local restaurant, at your own expense.
Stilt fishermen at Koggala
Photo stop at the fishing poles in the shallows.
Galle Fort
Walk the ramparts, the lighthouse, the Dutch church and the streets inside the walls.
Return
Drive back north to your hotel.
Detaillierter Ablauf
Hotel pickup
Your driver collects you from your hotel and heads south on the expressway.
Bentota river safari
Boat trip through the mangrove channels and lagoon islands, including a cinnamon island stop.
Turtle conservation project
Visit the hatchery tanks and nesting enclosure and hear how the project runs.
Buddhist temple
A short visit to a coastal temple, with time for the shrine and the stupa.
Lunch on the coast
Break at a local restaurant, at your own expense.
Stilt fishermen at Koggala
Photo stop at the fishing poles in the shallows.
Galle Fort
Walk the ramparts, the lighthouse, the Dutch church and the streets inside the walls.
Return
Drive back north to your hotel.
Inklusive
- Privates klimatisiertes Fahrzeug mit englischsprachigem Fahrer
- Abholung und Absetzen am Hotel
- Bentota-Flusssafari per Boot
- gefuehrter Besuch der Festung Galle
- Flaschenwasser
- Kraftstoff, Maut und Parken
Nicht inklusive
- Spende an das Schildkroetenprojekt
- Tempeleintritt und Opfergaben
- Fotogebuehren an der Stelzenfischerstelle
- Mahlzeiten und Getraenke
- Trinkgelder
- persoenliche Ausgaben
Wichtige Informationen
Treffpunkt
Hotel pickup in Colombo or along the south-west coast, confirmed after booking.
Wetter
This runs outdoors, so the operator can call it off for rain, wind or sea conditions, and that decision is usually made on the day. If they cancel, you choose: another date, or your money back in full. We do not keep a booking fee on a tour that did not run.
Gut zu wissen
- Kostenlose Stornierung bis 24 Stunden vor Beginn der Aktivität
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Bewertungen
The trip was incredibly interesting, especially the Water Safari, where we spent two hours swimming through incredible locations and seeing many fantastic animals. I highly recommend it.
Dinesh was a wonderful driver and very kind. Nihal was the best safari guide - very knowledgeable and excellent at spotting wildlife. My favourite part was the turtle conservatory. It was so adorable seeing/holding the babies and great to see the brilliant work they are doing to help the turtles. I also really enjoyed seeing Galle Fort, which is such a well-preserved piece of history. Overall, this was one of my top tours whilst in Sri Lanka. The only downsides were the Tsunami Museum at the beginning, which felt quite sad and a little strange. Although I liked seeing the gem museum and woodcarving, it did feel a bit uncomfortable when you didn’t buy anything, as you could sense the disappointment from the workers - but I think this is fairly normal when you’re a tourist travelling in some part of Asia.
We had a really good day out. Nothing was too much trouble. We called to watch fishermen bringing in their nets and to a busy local fishing harbour. The river trip was excellent and we saw a lot of wildlife including crocodiles, monkeys, fruit bats, monitor lizards, a snake, lizards etc. I had always wanted to see the fishermen at Galle and it was great to see them catch fish from the stilt fishing poles. We called in at other sights as well including the turtle sanctuary and the Galle Fort. We were picked up from the harbour at 5.30am and returned bang on the 6pm arranged time to catch the cruise ship. This trip was all I expected and more, great value for money. I would highly recommend it.
A fantastic tour of Galle Fort, river safari, mask making & gem production, temple, tsunami museum, turtle conservation centre and stilt fishermen. The tour was well organised and comprehensive, with so much to see, but not rushed. The transport was very comfortable and the buffet lunch delicious. I would highly recommend this tour to any visitors to the Mirissa/Galle area. Especially the river safari, we found this trip as interesting as our visit to Yala NP.
Great day out! Lots of stops at different places. We enjoyed everything especially the river safari. Thank you 😊
Felt good, saw a lot, on time, friendly, and safe! Fair price for: river safari, mask museum, diamond info at the company, Buddha tour, lunch, stilt fishermen, and turtle rescue station. Nice team, would love to come back.
Our driver Janith made our day enjoyable. His local knowledge and insights are appreciated. The mangrove boat trip was a highlight. Harinda spotted so much wildlife and made the trip so enjoyable.
What an amazing trip that was. I had my 5 year old with me and he had a blast, too. From start to finish. The safari trip is just mind-blowing and the rest of the activities, too. So many things to see and experience. Thanks to Benton’s Travel Mart, I didn’t have to think of anything- just ride along and enjoy. They are super punctual, they pay attention to details and go above and beyond to meet your expectations and fulfill extra wishes and demands. Highly highly recommend them. Don’t even think twice. We had a blast! Thank you, Sam and everyone!
The best driver, Mr. Dinesh, which I had in Sri Lanka. Also great guide during the river safari, very peacefull place and together we saw plenty animals, also 3 crocodils. Was a long great day!!