River Safari Bentota
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River Safari Bentota

By Day Tour Sri Lanka
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Pickup from Hotel  Visit the Mangrove Lagoon You can See Water Monitors , Birds and Insects Take Photos with Baby Crocodile Return to hotel * Important . Free Pickup only for Bentota Hotels Only
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Ages 3-99
Duration: 2h
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Live guide: German, English
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  • All taxes, fees and handling charges
  • Local guide
  • Hotel pickup
  • Hotel drop-off
  • Private tour
  • Transport by private vehicle
What's not included
  • Food and drinks
  • Drinks


Start:
  • Day Tour Sri Lanka, 36a.sinharupagama, Bentota 80500, Sri Lanka
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Stroller accessible
    • Service animals allowed
    • Near public transportation
    • Infant seats available
    • Transportation is wheelchair accessible
    • Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
    If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 59195P24

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • Dress code is smart casual
    • Most travelers can participate
    • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

    • All sales are final and incur 100% cancellation penalties.

    If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 59195P24

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    • 36a.sinharupagama, Bentota 80500, Sri Lanka
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      The Bentota National Holiday Resort Complex, constructed according to a design by architect Geoffrey Bawa in the 1970s, occupies the strip of land between the Galle Road and the Colombo-Galle-Matara railway track and is home to a range of luxury hotels,Bentota. The shopping arcade houses a chain of shops selling drums, masks, handmade lace and many more. The open air theatre regularly stage shows of folk and mask dancing. Bentota River, Bentota Lagoon and River Bentara River Bentara, the legendary river at Bentota, flows into the Indian Ocean forming a lagoon at the last section of the river. The River Bentara and the lagoon set up the widest array of water sports among all the beach resorts of Sri Lanka. Jet-skiing, windsurfing, parasailing or enjoying a romantic river safari along the clam waters are some of the activities that are well known in the area.
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    • Day Tour Sri Lanka
      86
      Bentota, Sri Lanka
    • TravellingRooster42
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      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Overnight stay and game drive at udawalawe national park
      We are a returning couple to Sri Lanka and decided beforehand that we wanted to visit udawalawe national Park again I wanted to book the tour before leaving the UK, so messaged three different companies for prices and details, day tour sri lanka was by far the quickest to respond and offered the most competitive price for the tour that I wanted I contacted them using WhatsApp and delt with Yasitha, she was very efficient and replied to my messages very promptly The tour I wanted was an overnight stay in Udawalawe. With a visit to the elephant transit home, an afternoon game drive in the park, overnight accommodation with food included, followed by an early morning game drive, return to the hotel for breakfast before returning back to my holiday hotel. My tour included an English speaking driver, with a comfortable air conditioned car, entry fees to the transit home, entry fees to the park, private safari vehicle and very knowledgeable driver, half board accommodation at Walawa reach hotel, which is a small family run business with two bungalows, swimming pool and a main building serving as reception and restaurant, the accommodation was more than adequate for a one night stay and perfectly located for visiting the park. My drivers name was Rohana, he was very helpful and polite and a very able driver When I arrived in Sri Lanka to start my holiday, Yasitha kept in contact through WhatsApp and also phoned me I would highly recommend this company for tours and would not hesitate to use them again
      Written February 7, 2025
    • icm_1011
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Top Class Fishing Trip
      Had a great time, amazing service from start to finish! Good to see some of the local flora and fauna from the boat too! Get it booked.
      Written December 17, 2024
    • davekV5608DU
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      River Fishing
      Had a fantastic afternoon fishing. We fished in a torrential thunderstorm which was an experience in itself. We both caught and the guides were both really knowledgeable and friendly. Highly recommended
      Written November 18, 2024
    • momandsonstraveler
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      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      A must do when in Bentota!!! You will not regret it.
      Chef Kumudu is a gentle, kind woman who listen carefully to suit your needs. I came with my son who has Down syndrome and he loves cooking. She took us in a private class though she had other group in quee. Chef Kumudu attentively teach him everything from scratch, grating coconut with her special machine and even show him how to eat with hands Sri Lankan ways!!! We really appreciate everything there. The cooking class, the open kitchen by the river(it's like a lagoon), the final results of what we cook together from rice to shrimp curry, vegetable curry, dahl, coconut roti, sambol etc the ambience you name it. One unforgettable experience for us. Thank you thank you!
      Written February 6, 2024
    • BackPacker787969
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      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Cooking experience
      Sensational cooking school experience. We really enjoyed the lovely hospitality and 10/10 food. Would recommend.
      Written December 28, 2023
    • Jennifer B
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      River cruise
      Day trip on river at Bentota. We had a lovely 2 hours. We arranged own transport there and had booked tickets on line. Our guide was brilliant. He went above and beyond, ensuring we got our photos and very knowledgeable on the river and its animals.
      Written December 19, 2023
    • bexiwilliams
      0 contributions
      4.0 of 5 bubbles
      Bentota river boat ride
      The only reason a 4 star was given was because after our hotel is listed on the scroll down menu as a pick up location however after booking I was emailed saying that I would have to make my own way there. The tour was great, our guide was very knowledgeable, he spotted and told us lots of information about the wildlife we saw. We saw small crocodiles, water monitors, monkeys, bats and a variety of birds. We did not see any large crocodiles however I think that was because we only wanted to spend 1.5 hours on the river and our guide said they were on the other side but we wanted to leave, regardless we had a lovely time and saw several small crocodiles and held one too. The river is beautiful and the boat ride was so relaxing, I would definitely recommend going.
      Written August 25, 2023
    • J4373ZKjackt
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Best cooking lesson
      Beautiful place, really in depth lesson with the most amazing tasting food. The family was lovely and welcoming, really nice few hours :)
      Written August 3, 2023
    • Allan120387
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Trip of a lifetime
      Our tour guide Tharaka was an expert from start to finish he knew all about the history from the Dutch to the British and more, he took us from Colombo to Candy a two and a half our journey from 9am and we got back at 8pm we saw elephants in the wild , mommies above us on the telephone cables that cross the road , cows walking up the side of the main road , fruit bats , eagles and so much more
      Written June 1, 2023
    • P2232RMallanm
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Fishing on bentota river
      Great day out on Benton’s river I could not have asked for two better guides, we seen monkeys crocodiles, water lizards, fruit bats, eagles. The guy really knew how to handle the boat to manoeuvre into places and spot wild life that we would not have noticed. We also took in a bit of fishing where we caught travelie, cat fish and a pufferfish all going to make a fantastic trip thanks to the captain and his top class guide
      Written May 23, 2023
    • 153eing
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Perfect
      Fantastic Experience in a great Atmosphere. Familiar and authentic, we learned many things about Sri Lankan cuisine and ate like friends. Thanks for the great experience.
      Written March 18, 2023
    • Companion10389300370
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Fishingtrip
      We did a 3 hours fishing Trip and it was great. Catched 3 Ladyfish and had a lot of bites. The Staff was well organized and very helpfull. They know what they are doing.
      Written February 18, 2023
    • AndreaB7631
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Excellent cooking experience
      We had a great cooking experience. We cooked a number of dishes, everything was explained slowly and clearly and we were able to be involved in the processes. Most of the spices are grown in their garden which was great too. Once all the food was prepared we sat down and enjoyed our meal in a stunning setting overlooking the lake. Everyone was so friendly and welcoming. Highly recommended experience.
      Written January 31, 2023
    • Radu-Marian-Petrescu
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Highly recommended!
      I will start with the beginning, we were accommodated in Negombo (1h45min from Bentota river). The driver was very punctual, very good conditions in the car. The Safari was extremely nice, we saw water monitors, crocodiles, monkeys in the trees along the river, all kind of birds, bats, etc. Very good and well prepared guide (unfortunately, I don't know his name). Then, a short visit to a Buddhist temple and a very, very nice visit to a turtle hatchery.
      Written January 4, 2022
    • mcj0e
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      8 day tour - Yala Safari - Mirissa Whales - Hikkaduwa Turtles
      Gayan collected us from the airport and drove us to Yala National Park. We did a 1 day safari where we saw many animals including a Leopard and a bear. We will treasure this experience forever. On day 3 he then took us to Mirissa beach where we did a whale watching and had some of the best seafood dinners. Day 5 he drove us to Hikkaduwa where we swam with the turtles and in the evening had the best traditional Sri Lankan curry. Gayan is an amazing guide and speaks perfect English. He arranged everything for us and charged us a very low rate. This is my 3rd time in Sri Lanka and I will definitely be coming back and will only use Gayan. Highly recommend him for any tour you wish to go on.
      Written March 4, 2020
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    Aquil K
    7 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Dec 2019 • Couples
    Absolutely amazing and Gayan blew our minds with a fantastic safari tour around the amazon of Sri Lankan river mangroves. Very trusting and Definitely enjoyed the experience.
    Written December 1, 2019
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    CHRIS S
    Dubai, United Arab Emirates18 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    We had a fantastic time on the river with so much to see... Crocodiles, monkeys, snakes, monitor lizards, Kites, Eagles, Bats, Owls, Frogs.
    All organised really efficiently by our friendly guide Gayan who can’t do enough to help and is a fountain of knowledge for all things Sri Lanka. Highly recommended
    Written October 22, 2019
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