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Bentota River Safari

Mangrove caves, cinnamon islands, and tranquil river life.

Bentota, Sri Lanka 7 Hours From $70 per guest Daily
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★★★★★ 4.9 · 100 Reviews

Overview

Take a scenic boat ride through the lush mangrove forests of the Madu Ganga River. Visit a local cinnamon plantation island, experience a natural fish spa, and enjoy leisure time on Bentota beach.

Duration7 Hours
AvailabilityDaily
Price$70 USD
CategoryNature
GuideDriver Guide (EN)
GroupPrivate Tour

Tour Highlights

Madu Ganga River boat cruise
Mangrove cave boat exploration
Cinnamon processing demonstration
Fish massage therapy

Tour Schedule

08:00 AM — Hotel Pickup

Collection from Bentota, Beruwala, or Kalutara hotels.

09:00 AM — Madu Ganga Boat Safari

Scenic cruise through mangrove forests and river islands.

10:30 AM — Cinnamon Island

Visit a cinnamon plantation and watch traditional peeling demonstrations.

12:00 PM — Fish Spa & Temple Island

Optional natural fish spa and brief temple island visit.

01:00 PM — Lunch

Riverside or beach lunch in Bentota.

03:00 PM — Beach Leisure

Relax on Bentota's golden beach before return transfer.

05:00 PM — Hotel Drop-off

Return to your hotel.

Inclusions & Exclusions

What's Included

  • Private air-conditioned transport
  • Licensed English-speaking driver guide
  • Hotel pickup & drop-off
  • Fuel, parking & road tolls
  • Bottled water during the tour

What's Excluded

  • Entrance ticket fees to sites & parks
  • Lunch, snacks & beverages
  • Tips & gratuities for driver
  • Personal expenses & shopping

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Guest Reviews

Johnathan K.
🇦🇺 Australia
★★★★★

"Our day tour was exceptionally well managed. The driver guide was punctual, spoke fluent English, and gave us fantastic insights. An absolutely unforgettable experience!"

Clara M.
🇩🇪 Germany
★★★★★

"Perfect for travellers already in Colombo. Direct booking was simple and the private car was super comfortable. Highly recommend Avondora!"

Priya S.
🇮🇳 India
★★★★★

"Exceeded every expectation. The guide was incredibly knowledgeable and the scenery was breathtaking. Will definitely book again on our next Sri Lanka trip!"

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