Bentota River Safari by Ajith Travels (Mangrove & Wildlife Encounter)

Tour Details

Enjoy a peaceful and scenic 2-hour boat ride along the beautiful Bentota River, surrounded by lush mangroves and vibrant wildlife. This experience is perfect for nature lovers—spot birds, water monitors, monkeys, and if you’re lucky, crocodiles in their natural environment. Choose a pickup time that suits you, from early morning to late afternoon. Ajith Travels offers convenient hotel pickup and drop-off around the Bentota area, making your journey smooth and stress-free.
  • Ages: 0–99
  • Duration: 2 hours
  • Start time: Flexible (anytime before 4 PM)
  • Mobile ticket: Available
  • Guide: English-speaking
  • Meets animal welfare guidelines

Tour Highlights

  • Cruise through dense mangroves
    Drift through peaceful green tunnels created by the river’s mangrove forests.

  • Spot freshwater wildlife
    Keep an eye out for crocodiles, monkeys, lizards, kingfishers, and more.

  • Experience calm river waters
    Enjoy a relaxing ride away from the busy coastline.

  • Pass scenic riverside villages
    View local communities such as Beruwala, Aluthgama, and Kosgoda along the riverbanks.

Includes

  • All taxes & handling charges
  • Environmental & government fees
  • Bottled water
  • Experienced local guide
  • Life jackets & safety gear
  • Hotel pickup & drop-off by Ajith Travels
  • Entrance fees for Bentota River Safari

Excludes

  • Gratuities
  • Personal expenses
  • Food & beverages (other than included bottled water)

What to Expect

Stop At: Bentota River, Bentota, Sri Lanka – Duration: 2 hours
The Bentota River is famous for its rich biodiversity and calm lagoon. During your safari, you’ll travel through mangroves, spot reptiles and birdlife, and witness the untouched beauty of the river ecosystem.

Pass By:

  • Ajith Travels Bentota Office
  • Bentota Beach
  • Beruwala
  • Kosgoda
  • Ahungalla
  • Balapitiya
  • Maggona
  • Payagala
  • Kalutara
  • Waskaduwa
  • Wadduwa
  • Ambalangoda

Meeting & Pickup

Start: Multiple pickup locations available.

Ajith Travels offers pickup & drop-off from:

  • Bentota
  • Induruwa
  • Kosgoda
  • Ahungalla
  • Balapitiya
  • Ambalangoda
  • Aluthgama
  • Beruwala
  • Maggona
  • Kalutara
  • Waskaduwa
  • Wadduwa

Pickup details:
Pickup & drop-off available from any hotel in the above locations. Please be ready 10 minutes before pickup time.

End: Returns to original pickup point.

Accessibility

  • Not wheelchair accessible

  • Infant seats available on request

Additional Information

  • Confirmation provided at booking

  • Safari can start at any time before 4 PM

  • Minimum 2 travelers required

  • Weather-dependent experience—alternative date or full refund if canceled due to bad weather

  • Private experience: only your group participates

Cancellation Policy

  • Full refund if canceled 24+ hours before the start time

  • No refund for cancellations within 24 hours

  • Changes within 24 hours not accepted

  • Weather-related cancellations qualify for full refund or new date

Price

From

$15

per adult (price varies by group size)

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