Bentota River Safari
Explore the beautiful west coast of Sri Lanka on this rewarding day trip from Colombo to Bentota with Bakadi Dreams, combining a tropical river safari with golden beaches and gentle sea turtles.
Along the West Coast to Bentota
After pick-up at the port exit, timed to suit your ship’s schedule, your air-conditioned vehicle takes you south along the palm-fringed west coast. As Colombo can be busy with traffic, the drive to Bentota takes around two and a half hours – a fascinating journey through everyday Sri Lankan life.
Mangrove River Safari & Turtle Hatchery
In Bentota a motorboat is waiting to take you on a roughly one-hour safari through the lush mangrove forests of the Bentota River. Keep your eyes open for monitor lizards, crocodiles and a wonderful variety of tropical birds. Afterwards you visit a sea turtle hatchery, where you learn about the important work of protecting these gentle creatures and may even see tiny hatchlings.
All entrance fees are included, so you can simply relax and enjoy the day. This private Bakadi Dreams excursion runs at a comfortable pace, with a guaranteed return to your cruise ship in good time.
Tour Highlights
- Scenic drive along Sri Lanka’s tropical west coast
- Motorboat safari through the Bentota River mangroves
- Monitor lizards, crocodiles and colourful birds
- Visit to a sea turtle hatchery
- Golden palm-fringed beaches
What’s Included
- Friendly English-speaking guide
- Air-conditioned car with driver
- All entrance fees
- Motorboat river safari
- Insurance
Good to Know
- Meeting point: cruise port in Colombo
- Drive time: approximately 2.5 hours each way
- Please bring: light clothing, sun protection, a hat, insect repellent, water and a camera
- Not included: meals and gratuities
- Guaranteed return to your cruise ship
