After an exciting boat ride on the Madu River, drive down the highway to Galle and visit a turtle hatchery near Galle to see different species of sea turtles. You can even release a baby turtle into the ocean if you wish. Then continue to Koggala to witness the main icon of this Galle day tour are Sri Lanka's most photographed stilt fishermen sitting on stilts in the shallow waters of the Indian Ocean awaiting their daily catch, followed by a visit to Galle market and Fishermen selling their daily catch on the beach in Galle city. Finally, we'll take you for a leisurely stroll inside the best preserved colonial fort in South Asia. Experience 500 years of history, be captivated by the glorious past! This magnificent piece of architecture, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, was initiated by the Portuguese in the 16th century and saw some of its best days during Dutch rule in the 18th century before the British took over in 1796.
Enter the fort through the main entrance, which features the carved logo of the British monarch on the outer wall and the VOC symbol of the Dutch East India Company on the inner wall. Observe the magnificent building with its old stone walls, the ramparts, Dutch colonial mansions, the clock tower, the old Dutch hospital, Dutch houses, the beautiful Dutch Reformed Church and the old breadfruit tree, believed to be the oldest breadfruit tree in the country. The fascinating thing about Galle Fort is that it is a living historical site and not just another well-preserved piece of architecture. Galle Fort covers 52 hectares of land and is one of the busiest places in Galle with a multi-ethnic population residing within its walls. Walk through the old town and the city walls; Visit the Maritime Museum, Galle Temple, antique shops, Galle Fort Mosque and the many hotels and restaurants in the area. Enjoy beautiful views of the Indian Ocean over the fort walls as the sun sets.