Galle, 119km from Colombo, is a major city situated at the tip of the South Western coast of Sri Lanka. Being a coastal area, it is quite hot and humid but has an abundance of beautiful beaches in every town that you pass while travelling from Colombo to Galle. The Galle Fort was built by the Portuguese, fortified later by the Dutch and is well preserved till today. In addition to the Portuguese and Dutch remains, you will also find many British mansions left behind. As for beaches, the Unawatuna Bay probably tops it all and is safe for snorkelling and swimming because a reef protects it. There you have it, a day tour of the city of Galle in a nutshell. In case there is a delay in your departure, try using the Southern Expressway, a recently built highway that can take you to Galle in half the time.
Highlights
- Galle Fort Dutch City
- Jungle Beach in Galle
- Relax at the Beach
2 Comments
4.4
We appreciated the friendly guides who made our family adventure memorable, especially when we spotted playful monkeys swinging through the mangroves. The pickup service was a nice touch, as it saved us the hassle of navigating our way around. However, we felt a bit rushed during the last part of the tour, which took away from the overall experience.
4.8
We had a fantastic time exploring the mangroves and spotting monkeys during our four-hour adventure. While the pickup was seamless and made everything so convenient, we wished for a bit more insight from our guide about the local ecosystem.