Madu River safari

The boat tour starts near the bridge of Balapitiya. In the beginning, you will see some hotels on the shore one after another. As you go in, the mangrove forest becomes denser and denser. Only occasionally will you encounter a floating store selling some drinks and small fish massages.

Further inside, the scene will gradually become strange. The developed root system of the mangrove forests is exposed in the air due to the lowering of the water level, as the tree monsters in the western magical world, and also like countless huge broomsticks. Stand up.

There is a good chance of spotting crocodiles in the Madu River. The huge crocodile lurks on the water surface of the low branches on the shore of the wetland, motionless, like the best-experienced hunter, waiting for the best moment to attack. And on the hidden boat in the forest, there are old people with baby crocodiles to entertain guests. The baby crocodiles who are just born are lazy without any aggressiveness and are super cute.

The boat tour includes a visit to the cinnamon island, where you witness a cinnamon garden with a family-run business to produce cinnamon. Stop at Kokduwa, where there is an ancient temple, isolated on a small island. Optional fish massage is also available for interested travelers.

Highlights

• Boating through the thickly grown and gloomy mangrove lagoon
• Witness a large number of wild animals in their natural habitat.
• See dozens of bird species such as kingfisher, eagle, cormorant, babbler, etc.

Inclusions

• Modern motorboat and driver
• The assistance of an experienced boater
• All taxes

Exclusions

• Hotel pickup and drop-off
• Food and drinks
• Gratuities Fish massage