{"title":"Madu River Boat Safari","description":"\u003cp\u003eLocated near the small southern town of \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/balapitiya\"\u003eBalapitiya\u003c\/a\u003e, this inland mangrove lagoon consists of several different islands of many sizes. The \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/madu-river\"\u003eMadu River\u003c\/a\u003e estuary and wetland area covers about 915 hectares while it is home to a very diverse eco system. While enjoying the boat \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/safari\"\u003esafari\u003c\/a\u003e, you will witness endemic and rare species of flora and fauna as well as native animals all which will be explained by the well experienced guide. From the mangrove forest to a \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/ceylon-cinnamon\"\u003ecinnamon\u003c\/a\u003e island and a temple, you are in for a treat whilst exploring the dark waters of the \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/madu-river\"\u003eMadu River\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"madu-river-boat-safari","title":"Madu River Boat Safari","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn unforgettable \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/boat-tours\"\u003eboat safari\u003c\/a\u003e that is off the beaten track along the calm waters of the \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/madu-ganga-river-safari\"\u003eMadu River\u003c\/a\u003e in \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/balapitiya\"\u003eBalapitiya\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/sri-lanka\"\u003eSri Lanka\u003c\/a\u003e offers you an \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/experiences\"\u003eexperience\u003c\/a\u003e of a lifetime. A motorboat trip of 1.5 hours that will take you along a stretch of 40km that consists of 64 small islands and various stops that will speak volumes of our heritage. With life jackets and health\/\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/safari-safety-guideline\"\u003esafety\u003c\/a\u003e instructions in tact, you will be first educated about everything and the importance of this water body. The \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/madu-ganga-river-safari\"\u003eMadu River\u003c\/a\u003e is home to the largest remaining mangrove swamp which contains several species of reptiles, fish and birds. 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The significance of this sacred ground is that its is the only temple on an island in the river without a village flanking it while the only access is through the river by a boat. You will also enjoy going through an ancient mangrove area which spans 915 hectares with shaded tunnel like regions as well as sunny open areas too. This is a thriving environment with amphibians, \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/snakes\"\u003ereptiles\u003c\/a\u003e and even birds hunting for food.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe stop at Cinnamon Island, locally known as Kurundu Doowa is one of the main cultural attractions during the safari. Home to some of the best Ceylon Cinnamon, you can be sure to purchase some fresh and high quality \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/ceylon-cinnamon\"\u003eCinnamon\u003c\/a\u003e, cut and processed by generations of Cinnamon growers. Another tradition that you can experience during this boat ride includes a demonstration which is a method of pressing coconut oil in an ox driven oil mill which is known as “\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/sekkuwa\"\u003eSekkuwa\u003c\/a\u003e” among the locals. You will have the chance to engage with the artisans here as well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs the boat revs through the calm waters of the Madu river, you will come across a \u003ca href=\"\/products\/mask-making-workshop-from-galle\"\u003emask making workshop\u003c\/a\u003e where a number of skilled craftsmen make magic with various techniques. You will hear the chisels and mallets at work while the scent of wood will be infused in the air. You can also enjoy a natural fish massage while there are a few fish spas located within this wetland area. A natural foot massage of 15 minutes for a small fee will help you relax.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe come across Satha Paha Doowa which is the smallest island in the Madu river. There are many folklores with regard to its name while the shrine that you will see is dedicated to \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/kataragama\"\u003eKataragama\u003c\/a\u003e. The wetlands are perfect for \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/birdwatching\"\u003ebirdwatching\u003c\/a\u003e while you can also spot many crocodiles that inhibit the river. 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\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/kosgoda-turtle-hatchery\"\u003eKosgoda Turtle Hatchery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e followed by a scenic \u003ca href=\"\/products\/madu-river-boat-safari\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMadu River Boat Safari\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e offers a perfect blend of \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/wildlife\"\u003ewildlife\u003c\/a\u003e conservation and \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/nature\"\u003enature\u003c\/a\u003e exploration. Start your journey at the \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/kosgoda\"\u003eKosgoda\u003c\/a\u003e Turtle Hatchery, where you can witness \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/sri-lanka\"\u003eSri Lanka\u003c\/a\u003e’s dedicated efforts in protecting endangered sea \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/turtles\"\u003eturtles\u003c\/a\u003e. Then, embark on a breathtaking boat ride along the \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/madu-river\"\u003eMadu River\u003c\/a\u003e, an ecological treasure rich in mangroves, wildlife, and cultural experiences. This tour provides a unique opportunity to engage with Sri Lanka’s natural beauty while learning about conservation efforts and local traditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHighlights:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDuring this tour, you will visit the following points of interest in the specified order.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col type=\"A\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/kosgoda-turtle-hatchery\"\u003eKosgoda Turtle Hatchery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/madu-river-boat-safari\"\u003eMadu River Safari\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003col type=\"A\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/madu-river\"\u003eMadu River\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/leisure\/fish-spa\"\u003eFish Therapy\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/satha-paha-island\"\u003eSathapaha Duwa\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/ja-kotu\"\u003eJa Kotu\u003c\/a\u003e - Prawns Fishing Kraals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMangrove Caves - \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/kadolana\"\u003eKadolana\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/kothduwa-temple\"\u003eKothduwa Purana Raja Maha Viharaya\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/cinnamon-island\"\u003eCinnamon Island\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/sekkuwa\"\u003eSekkuwa\u003c\/a\u003e Demonstration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCrafting Traditional Sri Lankan \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/masks\"\u003eMasks\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIncludes:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEntrance tickets are included when \"With Tickets\" selected.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExperienced Driver (Also your tracker).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Pickup\/Drop off from\/to any location within the radius of 5 KM from the \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/kosgoda\"\u003eKosgoda\u003c\/a\u003e. (GPS: 6.3354° N, 80.0339° E)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll taxes and service charges.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eExcludes:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEntrance tickets are excluded when \"Without Tickets\" selected.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFood and drinks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGratuities.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMeeting:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur designated meeting point is the Kosgoda (GPS: 6.3354° N, 80.0339° E) of the Kosgoda.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eExperience:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBegin your journey at the \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/kosgoda-turtle-hatchery\"\u003eKosgoda Turtle Hatchery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, a sanctuary for endangered sea \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/turtles\"\u003eturtles\u003c\/a\u003e. 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Glide through shaded tunnels formed by mangrove roots while spotting diverse \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/wildlife\"\u003ewildlife\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe safari includes stops at \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/kothduwa-temple\"\u003eKothduwa Purana Raja Maha Viharaya\u003c\/a\u003e, a sacred Buddhist temple accessible only by boat, and \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/cinnamon-island\"\u003eCinnamon Island\u003c\/a\u003e, where you can witness the age-old art of cinnamon production. Another fascinating stop is \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/satha-paha-island\"\u003eSathapaha Duwa\u003c\/a\u003e, the smallest island on the \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/madu-river\"\u003eMadu River\u003c\/a\u003e, home to a revered shrine dedicated to Kataragama.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a hands-on experience, enjoy a natural fish therapy session, where tiny fish gently nibble at your feet, providing a relaxing foot massage. 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