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Unawatuna Lagoon Canoeing Excursion
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1 to 2 Hours
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Offered in: English
Overview
Get an up-close view of Unawatuna spectacular, mangrove forests—and enjoy an active way to explore—on this Canoeing tour. This Canoeing tour takes a small group max of 10 people paddling up the lagoon with a guide. Paddle through mangrove tunnels, have the chance to spot wildlife beautiful birds and breathtaking views of the surrounding mangrove forest.
Get an up-close perspective on the mangroves that most visitors miss
Receive hands-on guidance and training with your Canoe
Canoe, paddle, life jackets and bottled water are provided for you
River guide ensures the safety of a small group limited to 10 paddlers
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What's Included
- Local guide
- Canoe, paddle, life jackets
- Water and refreshments
- Meals
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Meeting And Pickup
Meeting point
Tour departs from our office at Unawatuna Directions to departure location is Galle and Matara road Unawatuna Eramudugaha junction to Heenatigala road after pass the Unawatuna Railway Station 10 meters you can see Chameera Cycling signboard. (300 meters from Eramudugha junction to Heenatigala road)
End Point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Unawatuna
Departure Time is Flexible, But we recommend doing this canoe earlier in the morning or in the evening to avoid midday heat ( 8.30 am for Morning Departure or 2.30 pm for Afternoon Departure). At the tour operators’ house, you will be provided bottled water, Life jackets. After a short briefing we do transport you by Tuk Tuk to lagoon nearby our office. Then hop on your canoe (seats 2 or 3 people max) and your guide will lead you around the lagoon exploring the hidden area and pointing out the views of surrounding mangrove forest. There are many varieties of flora and fauna that are interdependent in this coastal ecosystem. Refreshment will be provided during the canoe trip. Total paddling time is approximately 1.5 - 2 hours, but it can vary depending on the day and the group. Weather condition is another factor that your guide might have to modify the itinerary.
2 Hours • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please specify desired departure time (morning or afternoon) at the time of booking
- Recommended minimum age is 6 years
- A maximum of 10 people per booking
Operated by Chameera Cycling
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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