Sri Lanka · BOAT TOURS IN GALLE
Roads on this island are slow, so a day out is a real decision. These 7 boat tours in Galle are priced and timed so you can make it in a couple of minutes.
Private Mirissa whale watching by twin-engine sports boat, with breakfast, naturalist commentary, onboard restroom, and paid pickup.
“Great whale, dolphin and turtle spotting experience. Wonderful staff and an excellent, clean boat. We had a whale of a time :)”
Explore Galle Fort, meet rescued sea turtles, and cruise Madu River on a private Sri Lankan day tour with transport included.
“The tour highlights were the Madu River water safari and the Turtle Conservation project. During water safari, we were taken to a small cinnamon plantation, temple and saw wildlife including birds, monitor lizards as well as a baby crocodile. The sea turtle conservation centre was very informative and the life cycle of the turtles was clearly explained, as well as how turtles are cared for, and release back to the wild where possible, after having been injured after being trapped in fishing nets or also by environmental contamination. Our tour guide Sakun, was friendly and more than helpful, going well out of his way to take us to places that…”
Review of Geeth’s Mirissa whale cruise, with whale and dolphin odds, breakfast, pickup details, safety, price, and practical booking advice.
“Good experienced crew who managed to find us whales. We had no problems everything ran smoothly would recommend”
Review of Kalametiya Bird Sanctuary’s private catamaran tour from Galle, with pickup, bird sightings, pricing, timing, and booking advice.
“We had a fantastic experience at the Kalametiya Bird Sanctuary. We spotted around 25 different bird species, from colourful kingfishers to majestic eagles - truly a bird-lover’s paradise! The atmosphere is incredibly peaceful and the cataRead more”
Watch for blue whales, dolphins, and flying fish on a dawn boat trip from Mirissa with pickup, snacks, water, and free cancellation.
“Just great from start to finish. Booked a couple of days before going and spoke with Brian who connected us to the captain who in turn sorted out taxi from quite a distance and very early!”
Snorkel from Unawatuna to Rock Island on a short boat trip with gear, a guide, coral, fish, and flexible weather cancellation.
“We really enjoyed our snorkle. Well organized and felt safe in the water. Snorkle guide pointed our octopus on the coral etc.”
Explore Galle Fort, meet rescued turtles, cruise Koggala River, and enjoy Sri Lankan rice and curry on a private seven-hour tour.
“This trip comprises a lagoon trip by boat with a separate captain who shows you the things you need to see in terms of flora and fa7na. A trip to a hatchery to seesmalll or injured turtles, a visit to turtle beach to paddle with turtles, a delicious picnic lunch and a tuk tuk tour with separate guide/driver. It's a lot in a day and i felt it good value. I enjoyed all of it!”
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