Southern Coast Highlights from Hikkaduwa

SKU:(LK60110900) This one-day tour offers you the opportunity to tour the best attractions on the Southern coast of tropical Sri Lanka. Visit a tea factory to discover the mysteries of tea-making. Marvel at the skill of the stilt fishermen. Learn with a cooking demonstration on local food and spices. Relax with a fresh seafood lunch. Tour a city of Galle and visit the famed Galle Fort. This is a tour for all ages.

Itinerary
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Stop At: Handunugoda Tea Estate, Handunugoda Rd Tittagalla, Ahangama 80650 Sri Lanka

Among the foothills of Ahangama rises the famous Virgin White Tea Factory, Handunugoda. Surrounded by an evergreen forest in the Southern Province, Handunugoda Tea Estate is the only estate and factory in the coastal belt of Sri Lanka. They have much reknown as the artisanal producers of luxury teas. In addition to the Signature Virgin White, the factory is also known for other award-winning teas such as Ceylon Souchong, Saphire Oolong, and Flowery Cammellia. The teas are exclusively created and handmade by the sole proprieter Herman Gunaratne; using tried and tested orthodox methods to produce exquisite whole-leaf teas that can be brewed several times.



Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

Stop At: Galle Fort, Church Street, Galle 80000 Sri Lanka

The Galle Fort, or Dutch Fort as it is also known, is a fortification first built by the Portugese on the Southwestern coast of Sri Lanka. The initial fortifications, which were built in the late 16th century, were quite basic. However the fort underwent extensive modifications in the 17th century by the Dutch, making it one of the most important archeological, architectural and historic monuments to illutrate the European influence in South East Asia between the 16th and 19th centuries. According to a statement by UNESCO the site was recognized as a World Heritage Site for its unique exposition of an urban ensemble which illustrates the interaction of European architecture and South Asian traditions from the 16th to the 19th centuries which is the criteterion number four for such recognition.



Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Dead Sea Region, Dead Sea Region

The Sea Turtle Hatchery Centre in Mahamodara is a facility located in Sri Lanka dedicated to the conservation and protection of sea turtles. Its primary mission is to protect sea turtle nests, incubate their eggs, and release the hatchlings into the sea when they are ready. The center plays a vital role in safeguarding sea turtles, especially endangered species like the loggerhead, green, hawksbill, and leatherback turtles.

Duration: 1 hour



Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Near public transportation"
"Most travelers can participate"
"This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"



Duration: 8 Hours
Start location: Traveler pickup is offered
Your Hotel in Hikkaduwa

Cancellations and refunds: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.

Included

• Hotel pickup and drop-off.
• Transport by private vehicle.
• Service of an English Speaking Chauffeur guide.
• 1-Liter water bottle per person per day.
• Transport throughout the tour with an air-conditioned vehicle,

Not Included

• Meals where not specified.
• Gratuities
• Expenses of personal nature.
• Entrance fees

Facilities