Coast & water
Madu River Boat Safari
Glide through a serene mangrove estuary of small islands, birdlife and sheltered waterways.
A boat ride on the Madu River slows the day down. You pass beneath mangroves, around small islands and through calm waterways where birds and water monitors are often seen. It is an easy, family-friendly experience to combine with Galle or a south-coast beach stay.
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