Top Activities on the Ground in Galle

Explore the fortified city of Galle on a 4-hour bike tour, led by a local guide. Designated by UNESCO as a World Heritage site, the Old Town of Galle and its fortifications were built by the Portuguese who arrived in the 16th century. Explore this administrative capital and fourth largest city of Sri Lanka as you pedal along a seaside path and view area attractions such as shipping warehouses, churches, temples, the clock tower and lighthouse.

Shun the beaten track for a more rural route on this small-group guided tour from Galle. First, explore rice paddies, farmland, and the timeless landscapes around Koggala Lake by bicycle. Next, transfer to tuk-tuks for a journey along the coast with its bustling markets and beautiful beaches. Along the way, enjoy typical Sri Lankan snacks and, if time permits, the chance to talk to local residents about their lives.

Spend a day cycling along the country roads about 35 Km on two wheels. You will get adventurous working experience with a tea plantation in Akuressa. This is a relatively leisurely journey with 2 or 3 small uphill climbs (make no mistake though you should be relatively fit!). After enjoying a brief stop for a refreshing king coconut you will arrive at the local village – a brief 15-minute walk to the river where you can enjoy a dip in freshwater fed from the Hiyare Rainforest. This ride will take about 7 hours to collect new memories.

(SKU: LK77040100) Take this opportunity to explore colonial era Galle on a bicycle. Cycle through quaint paved streets with Dutch names. Ride your bike along the ancient ramparts of the Fort of Galle. Let your imagination run free and wild as you listen to its history and imagine the grandeur of times long past. Stop by old colonial homes, churches and little boutiques, to take a more detailed look at the architecture. Bike to the old Galle Lighthouse hailing from the colonial era. This is a great and relaxing bike ride which lets you see beauty of Galle.

The Galle village tour is about 12 KM journey that takes you about 1.5 to 2.5 hours at your own pace. you will be able to travel in a quiet rural environment with good quality tarmac and without traffic and you will get the chance to experience the real beauty of the rural areas. Further can get the opportunity to experience about the rubber ,tea and cinnamon plantation and you will be able to see the rubber tapping people and how to collect them. We start our tour at 8.30 in morning period or 2.30 in the evening period. We offer you with a warm welcome and a clear description of tour. Further we give blotted water, comfortable helmets, refreshment and high collate comfortable mountain bike for your high. You will know information about the daily activities of the rural people. our local guides give a detailed description of what is seen during the tour. enjoying the beauty of the rural environment, you have the opportunity to travel through the rubber plantations.

I am a professional guide who grew up in live in Galle fort , I will share my childhood experience of this monument and in detail explanation of impotent Portuguese ,Dutch and British places .

Sri Lanka Day Tours gives you the opportunity to explore the city of Galle. Spend 4 hours cycling around the city, exploring Galle’s ancient history and monuments. Learn more about the locals who live in this multi religious, vibrant city and discover multiple gorgeous viewpoints around the city. The tour will be led by an experienced and knowledgeable cycle guide. Visit all the famous attractions in the city which enables you to discover Galle in all of its natural beauty, explore ancient monuments and get a glimpse of Sri Lankan history.

You will be able to see endemic and native birds, animals, reptiles and plants. And you will be provided all necessary details and explanations about all the flora and fauna species throughout the tour

nature tour photographer wild animals with game drive, beautiful birds and landscape, lakes and beach

This hiking journey begins in 18 km away from Unawatuna beach, walking over a village of East Side of Hayare rainforest trough narrow path - prepared to get your sneakers or boots dirty. This height provides the most mesmerizing view surrounding area. After 3 hours up to a small waterfall, you can enjoy a dip in a place that very few non-Sri Lankans have been before.

You will be able to see endemic and native birds, animals, reptiles and plants. And you will be provided all necessary details and explanations about all the flora and fauna species throughout the tour

The Lagoon and Village Cycling Tour go at your own pace – we get off the beaten track with an easy 12 km (7.5 miles) ride from approx. 2.5 to 3 hours (or more) depending on how comfortable you are and how fast you wish to cycle. The tour stays primarily on dirt and gravel tracks and you can experience local industries, Lagoon and mangroves, fauna, flora and also meets the local people. You can also witness the process of catching crabs. If you wish to stay away from the touristy areas and experience the lifestyle of the locals while cycling, this is a perfect tour for you!

You will be able to see endemic and native birds, animals, reptiles and plants. And you will be provided all necessary details and explanations about all the flora and fauna species throughout the tour

Cycling in Galle Countryside is a different and unique experience on the south coast. It is not just a paddling tour, it is an exploring tour of culture, people, countryside landscapes and hospitality. You will cycle through paddy fields, countryside roads about 12 Km and While you cycling, you will experience the beauty of the countryside and different customs of the villagers.

Complicated tour since have to travel deep through the forest for 3-4 hours. Necessary things will be provided to get rid of leeches and to be safe from them. Please bring the required equipment to take photographs. Will be able to visit Kakunalla falls ,If you wish to bath in the stream flows in the forest you must bring extra clothes with you. Lunch will be provided by us You will be able to see Sri Lanka endemic birds, animals, reptiles, amphibians and plants. And you will be provided all necessary details and explanations about all the flora and fauna species throughout the tour.

This guided bike tour is for the sporting cyclist who wants to ride a race bike and explore the southern area. This is an excellent choice for those who cycle year-round and are looking for something more challenging than the average family bike tour. Our choice of itineraries includes many fantastic routes in beautiful parts of South Sri Lanka. This 90 Km ride will take about 5-7 hours depending on your pace.

In this region very close to villege side, so visitor can get real villege experience through out the our activity not only birding

We offer a full village tour including Farming area and Agricultural area to visit village farmers who cultivate and use Ancient Irrigation Systems . Paddy and Chenna cultivation including local vegetable growing, Banana Plantations etc

Taking a day trip to Galle and its outskirts is an experience that can get you up close and personal to the South’s largest and most important city. There is an array of exciting things to do in Galle and the best way to explore this city is on two wheels. Take a ride amid the stunning scenery in Galle town and its suburbs, through paddy fields, tea estates and rubber and cinnamon plantations.You get an opportunity to visit the low country tea factory – Kahanda Kanda Tea Factory Get up close and observe the interesting daily routines of villagers and city dwellers in Galle. There are dozens of culturally and historically significant places to visit in Galle. Track all the major attractions in the region including Unawatuna Beach, the Rumassala mountain and the world-famous Galle Dutch Fort. You can explore the colonial background that shaped the region and the country from the 16th to the 20th centuries.Experience the diverse climatic conditions in southern Sri Lanka.

Currently this tour can rate as one of the best down south trips since it has covered most of the unique areas at a very short period

in this tour we visit to one of the local school and travelers have a chances to meet them during studies, also travelers can help improve kids English knowledge too. We arrange some time to have little conversation with them and travelers can describe there experience to the local children. If Traveler feel to help them by some donation. it also possible.

Get out of the city and experience the lush nature of Sri Lanka on the back of a mountain bike. Gear up with your bicycle and helmet and set out through small villages, rice paddies, and tea plantations. Accompanied by your guide, explore the countryside and dip in the river. Pause at a local village for a traditional lunch.

Join our full-day Coir mill work with local that gives you unique insights into how local communities operate in their day to lives. The coconut tree is a palm family. They form a regular part of the diets of many people in the Sri Lanka. Coir or coconut fibre is a natural fibre extracted from the husk of coconut and used in products such as floor mats, doormats, brushes and mattresses. Sri Lanka remains the world's largest exporter of coir fibre based products. Learn about Coir or coconut fibre and get a chance to contribute some volunteer work yourself. We provide local lunch pack, water & refreshment.

This ride is suitable for your kids; the routes are away from any traffic, passing through rice paddy field, beautiful countryside, Lagoon and range from very easy to a just like kids are made to do. The bikes are available in all sizes to accommodate every family member’s. The guides love children, and your guide will ensure that your family bike ride flows smoothly, fun and enjoyable. We also ensure that your family bike ride includes plenty of stops for photo, drink breaks/fresh coconut along the way and opportunities to interact with the locals. The terrain is flat and it's a tour suitable for kids. Cycling distance 7km tour will finish at approximately 1 hour. This tour will have a maximum of 10 we limit the group size to only 2 families, so we make sure you get all the attention you want.