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15 Best Galle & Bentota Day Trips In Colombo

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The 15 most popular galle & bentota day trips in and around Colombo. The ones worth building a day around, with what they cost, how long they run and who to book with.

15 Best Galle & Bentota Day Trips In Colombo

Galle and Bentota Day Tour from Colombo - Madu Ganga boat safari: mangroves, marshlands, and stilt fishermen
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Galle and Bentota Day-Tour From Colombo

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1.Galle and Bentota Day-Tour From Colombo

A long, well-paced day tour from Colombo to Bentota, Kosgoda turtles, Madu Ganga mangroves, and UNESCO Galle Fort.

Most Popular★ 4.7

“We spent the entire day on the tour. Dashi was punctual, on schedule, and the car was very comfortable, air-conditioned, and clean. This was one of our many trips with drivers in Sri Lanka. It stood out because we were actually guided, not just dropped off and left. Throughout the day, we were given interesting…”

200 reviews12 - 14 hoursFrom $45by Apple Vacations Sri Lanka

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Galle day tour - Colombo to Galle trip - All Included - Weligama stilt fishermen: photos are the easy part
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Galle day tour – Colombo to Galle trip – All Included

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Colombo/Bentota/Kalutara/Ahungalla: Yala Safari Tour - Hotel Pickup and the Drive: The Part You Shouldn’t Rush Past
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Colombo/Bentota/Kalutara/Ahungalla: Yala Safari Tour

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From Colombo/Negombo: Galle, Madu River, and Turtle Hatchery - How the hotel pickup and air-conditioned ride sets your mood
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From Colombo/Negombo: Galle, Madu River, and Turtle Hatchery

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4.From Colombo/Negombo: Galle, Madu River, and Turtle Hatchery

Private southern Sri Lanka day trip from Colombo or Negombo: Madu River boat safari, sea turtle hatchery, and guided Galle Fort walk.

★ 4.8

“Had an awesome trip with an awesome driver Janaka he was great at giving us advice was very knowledgeable nothing was an issue very professional would highly recommend to others 😊”

41 reviews10 hoursFrom $46by The Sri Lankan Tours with janaka

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Galle Day Tour from Colombo or Negombo by Private Car , Van with Driver - Getting Picked Up in Colombo or Negombo Without Losing Time
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Galle Day Tour from Colombo or Negombo by Private Car , Van with Driver

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5.Galle Day Tour from Colombo or Negombo by Private Car , Van with Driver

Private car day trip to Galle from Colombo or Negombo with coastal stops: Bentota, turtle hatchery, moonstone mine, Hikkaduwa, and Galle Fort.

★ 5.0

“Firstly the guide left us sat waiting outside the port for 30 minutes without coming over to check it was us. He gave no commentary during the drive, it was a long drive to the turtle hatchery which was over 2hrs. Bentota river safari was exceRead more”

31 reviewsFrom $80.00by Beauty Lanka Travels

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From Colombo to Galle Fort and Jungle Beach Day Trip - Kalutara Bodhiya: Buddhist Traditions and the Sacred Bodhi Tree
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From Colombo to Galle Fort and Jungle Beach Day Trip

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6.From Colombo to Galle Fort and Jungle Beach Day Trip

Guided Colombo to Galle day trip with Galle Fort, temples, Hikkaduwa turtles, Madhu River safari, tsunami village, and Jungle Beach.

★ 5.0

“A perfectly spent day. Time flew by because the program was well planned. We got to see a different side of Sri Lanka. We even held a crocodile and a little turtle. The fish spa was fun too. It was also an interesting experience learning about cinnamon. The guide was friendly and very helpful.”

26 reviewsFrom $70by Vidu Ceylon Tours (Pvt) Ltd

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Day trips to Galle from colombo Visiting Its Highlights - Galle Fort Lighthouse at Sunset: The UNESCO Moment You Actually Feel
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Day trips to Galle from colombo Visiting Its Highlights

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7.Day trips to Galle from colombo Visiting Its Highlights

Colombo to Galle day trip with UNESCO Galle Fort at sunset, tsunami memorial, beaches, temples, stilt fishermen, and turtle encounters.

★ 5.0

“Great tour through a variety of southwest Sri Lanka. Kevin was a great guide, and helped us get exactly what we wanted for lunch. They offer to take you to some seller's booths, just decline them as they are not fun and apply a lot of pressure to buy nonsense.”

19 reviewsFrom $63.00by Travel sense

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Colombo AirPort to Galle Private Taxi 247 Lowest Price Mini Bus, Car, Van - The value play: highway tolls included in the fare
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Colombo AirPort to Galle Private Taxi 247 Lowest Price Mini Bus, Car, Van

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8.Colombo AirPort to Galle Private Taxi 247 Lowest Price Mini Bus, Car, Van

Air-conditioned private transfer from Colombo Airport to Galle, $75 pp with highway tolls included, luggage help, and 24/7 pickup.

★ 5.0

“We had a great experience with Deen as our driver for the drive from Galle to Ella, then Ella to Sigiriya, then Sigiriya to Colombo. Deen was always on time, and always professional and courteous. He expertly drove the car in challenging trafRead more”

19 reviewsFrom $75.00by TaxiGo Airport Cabs Sri Lanka

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Best Of Sri lanka Tour (06 Days 05 Nights) - Kandy- N.Eliya -Bentota-Colombo - Day 1: Arrival to Kandy with Pinnawala elephants, spice garden stops, and dance
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Best Of Sri lanka Tour (06 Days 05 Nights) – Kandy- N.Eliya -Bentota-Colombo

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9.Best Of Sri lanka Tour (06 Days 05 Nights) – Kandy- N.Eliya -Bentota-Colombo

6-day Sri Lanka route from Kandy to tea country and Bentota, ending with Galle Fort and Colombo. Private A/C chauffeur included.

★ 5.0

“We met Premill from Real Lanka Holidays company with my wife and 9 years old daughter 2 days before our Sri Lanka trip. Even though we requested at the last moment, they took care of us and arranged a car with a driver. Throughout ouRead more”

19 reviewsFrom $366.00by Real Lanka Holidays

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Galle Day Trip - River Safari, Sea Turtle & Stilt Fishermen - Morning Pickup and the Comfort Factor (Even Before Breakfast)
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Galle Day Trip – River Safari, Sea Turtle & Stilt Fishermen

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10.Galle Day Trip – River Safari, Sea Turtle & Stilt Fishermen

UNESCO Galle Fort, mangrove river safari, turtle conservation, and stilt fishermen on a private full-day tour with lunch included.

★ 4.9

“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…”

16 reviews9 - 11 hoursFrom $80by Bentota Travel Mart

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Galle and Bentota Day Tour from Colombo - Madu Ganga boat safari: mangroves, marshlands, and stilt fishermen
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Galle and Bentota Day Tour from Colombo

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11.Galle and Bentota Day Tour from Colombo

Madu Ganga boat safari, cinnamon garden, turtle hatchery, stilt fishermen, and Galle Fort UNESCO in a small-group day from Colombo.

★ 4.9

“The trip was very varied,incorporating spice garden(with facial massage),turtle hatchery,an extremely good river trip and of course,Galle itself with fortifications. an excellent trip & guide.(02/03/2025). Highly recommended.”

16 reviews12 hoursFrom $45by Shehan Safari Jeep Tours

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Galle Day Tour From Colombo - Kalutara Bodhiya: a 45-minute spiritual reset
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Galle Day Tour From Colombo

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12.Galle Day Tour From Colombo

Private 12-hour Colombo day trip with mangrove boat safari, sea turtle center, Galle Fort, and tsunami museum—pickup included.

★ 5.0

“Excellent vehicle, professional driver. Driver allocated was Sachin k who was marvellous. Very helpful and went out of his way to help us”

16 reviewsFrom $113.00by Brave Lanka Tours

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Galle and Bentota Day Tour From Colombo and Negombo - A One-Day Plan That Actually Makes Sense for the West Coast
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Galle and Bentota Day Tour From Colombo and Negombo

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13.Galle and Bentota Day Tour From Colombo and Negombo

A long but rewarding day from Colombo/Negombo: Bentota Beach, Kosgoda turtles, Madu River safari, moonstones, and Galle Fort.

★ 4.5

“Raja was our excellent driver and tour guide. We embarked on a day trip to Galle, nestled in the southern region of Sri Lanka. The water shimmered with an enchanting beauty, and the sights were nothing short of breathtaking. Though the day was long and tiring, it was absolutely worth every moment. Thank you Raja.”

13 reviewsFrom $50.00by Bookingmart Holidays, Colombo

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7 Day Colombo Galle Yala Ella Kandy, Sri Lanka Tour - Polonnaruwa’s ruins: big walking, big payoff
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7 Day Colombo Galle Yala Ella Kandy, Sri Lanka Tour

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Airport Taxi Transfers from Colombo Airport to Galle - Bandaranaike International Airport meet-and-greet that gets you moving
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Airport Taxi Transfers from Colombo Airport to Galle

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