Galle Trip Overview
(SKU: LK10010400) Southern Wonders is a short, single night, 2-day tour on the golden southern coasts of Sri Lanka. Visit the Post-Colonial City of Galle and learn of its centuries worth history. Explore a UNESCO World Heritage site, the Galle Dutch Fort and walk its cobblestone streets, alive with the ambiance of an era bygone. Watch the famed Stilt Fishermen of Koggala at work, remaining patiently for hours among the waves for their daily catch. Visit the Handungoda Tea Estate, the only low-land tea estate in the country and learn the tea-making process. Explore the untouched wilderness of Yala National Park, spotting Elephants, Leopards, and many other animals as you embark on a wildlife safari. Breathe in the cool breeze as you watch the calm ocean at the Japanese Peace Pagoda, enjoying the feeling of tranquillity that takes over your body, mind and soul as you surround yourself in the unique ambiance only the famed Jungle Beach can offer.
Additional Info
Duration: 2 days
Starts: Galle, Sri Lanka
Trip Category: Private & Custom Tours >> Private Sightseeing Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Galle, Southern Province, Sri Lanka
(SKU: LK10010400) Southern Wonders is a short, single night, 2-day tour on the golden southern coasts of Sri Lanka. Visit the Post-Colonial City of Galle and learn of its centuries worth history. Explore a UNESCO World Heritage site, the Galle Dutch Fort and walk its cobblestone streets, alive with the ambiance of an era bygone. Watch the famed Stilt Fishermen of Koggala at work, remaining patiently for hours among the waves for their daily catch. Visit the Handungoda Tea Estate, the only low-land tea estate in the country and learn the tea-making process. Explore the untouched wilderness of Yala National Park, spotting Elephants, Leopards, and many other animals as you embark on a wildlife safari. Breathe in the cool breeze as you watch the calm ocean at the Japanese Peace Pagoda, enjoying the feeling of tranquillity that takes over your body, mind and soul as you surround yourself in the unique ambiance only the famed Jungle Beach can offer.
Itinerary
Day 1: Galle > Ahangama > Hummanaya > Yala
Stop At: Stilt Fishermen Sri Lanka, Koggala Sri Lanka
Watch the captivating sight of fishermen perched on stilts in the waters along the coast of Koggala. Hear the stories of how stilt fishing came to Sri Lanka, from the mouths of the fishermen who have practiced the craft for generations. Learn how the stilt fishing is done in detail and marvel at the level of skill that goes into it. Get some amazing photographs of the fishermen silhouetted against the shoreline at sunset.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Handunugoda Tea Estate, Handunugoda Rd Tittagalla, Ahangama 80650 Sri Lanka
Visit Handunugoda Tea Factory which is also known as the Virgin White Tea Factory. Learn the history of the tea that this factory produces. Get to know how the famous Virgin White Tea is plucked and processed completely untouched by human hands. Engage in a tasting session with a delicious cup of tea and scrumptious chocolate cake. Get a chance to purchase some tea leaves as a souvenir.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Hummanaya Blow Hole, Kudawella, Tangalle Sri Lanka
Explore the wonders of the Hummanaya, which could possibly be the second largest blowhole in the world. Watch the impressive spraying fountain of sea water near the village of Kudawella, that is part of Sri Lanka’s natural geology. Listen to the deep humming noise that gives the Hummanaya it’s name.
Duration: 30 minutes
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Day 2: Yala > Galle
Stop At: Yala National Park, Yala National Park
This amazing Safari offers the opportunity to visit Yala National Park, the second largest in the island based off the Southeastern coast of Sri Lanka. Get a chance to see the famous Sri Lankan leopards, indigenous wild water buffalo, Sri Lankan Sloth Bear and large herds of Sri Lankan Elephants. The park is also home to many other species of mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, fish and invertebrates.
Duration: 7 hours
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
