8 Turtle Experiences in Galle, Costed and Compared

1.Snorkeling with Turtles in Mirissa

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 268 reviews · from $25Our pick

Review of Mirissa turtle snorkeling: private guide, reef fish, photos and videos, safety help, timing, value, and practical booking advice.

“The guide was very kind and helpful. It didn't take many minutes before he could show us the first turtle. We saw several turtles, both small and large. We were also offered to swim out to look at the fish in the coral reef, which we accepted. We ended up swimming in the middle of a large shoal of fish. Although the water was not completely clear, it was certainly an experience to recommend!”

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2.Mirissa Unforgettable Snorkeling Experience with Turtles

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 120 reviews · from $24

Swim with sea turtles in Mirissa on a private two-hour snorkeling trip with gear, hotel pickup, guidance, snacks, photos, and fresh water.

“I was very satisfied with the snorkeling trip and saw plenty of turtles, which was an amazing experience. However, it is quite expensive considering that you can also walk into the sea on your own and potentially see turtles without a tour. Overall still a nice experience, but the price feels a bit high.”

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3.Galle Private Day Tours with Sea Turtles visit & Boat Safari

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 69 reviews · 6 - 10 hours · from $45

Review of a private Galle tour with Galle Fort, turtle conservation, beach wildlife, Madu River safari, transport, and practical costs.

“The tour highlights were the Madu River water safari and the Turtle Conservation project. During water safari, we were taken to a small cinnamon plantation, temple and saw wildlife including birds, monitor lizards as well as a baby crocodile. The sea turtle conservation centre was very informative and the life cycle of the turtles was clearly explained, as well as how turtles are cared for, and release back to the wild where possible, after having been injured after being trapped in fishing nets or also by environmental contamination. Our tour guide Sakun, was friendly and more than helpful, going well out of his way to take us to places that…”

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4.Snorkeling with Turtles in Mirissa

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 28 reviews · from $35

Swim beside sea turtles in Mirissa on a private two-hour snorkeling trip with gear, boat transport, and hotel pickup included.

“The day was a little cloudy/rainy and they offered us in advance to change the date or cancel for free, but because it was our only free day we wanted to do the trip. The whole team was very flexible and friendly. We went to the perfect spot evRead more”

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5.Snorkeling with Sea Turtles in Mirissa (Pickup and Drop included)

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 16 reviews · from $45

Swim near wild sea turtles in Mirissa with gear, guide, snacks, and local transfers. See what this $45 small-group snorkel tour is really like.

“We had a fantastic time. Saw loads of turtles and colourful fish. The guide was fabulous. Would highly recommend this experience.”

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6.Paradise Turtle Watching Tours

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 11 reviews · from $9Best value

Review of Paradise Turtle Watching Tours in Tangalle, Sri Lanka, with prices, timing, turtle-watching tips, transport details, and booking advice.

“Sujith was an informative and enthusiastic guide who gave good addition information about the events we were seeing. We saw a large Green Turtle lay her eggs in the hole she had dug in the sand, and expend a huge effort in covering theRead more”

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7.Turtle hatchery, River safari, moon stone & Galle

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 6 reviews · 10 hours · from $85

Review of Negombo to Galle: turtles, Madu River safari, moonstone mining, Bentota Beach, tsunami history, costs, and practical tips.

“We were picked up by Dhanesh in the morning who was on time and introduced himself and ran through how the day would run very professionally. He was a very competent driver and we felt safe the whole day. Dhanesh was very knowledgable of the route, stops and Sri Lanka generally; he regularly passed on small facts along the way which were very interesting. Dhanesh was also very flexible in terms of stops, when we stopped for breaks / activities he was very clear we could take as long as we liked. He also asked if we wanted to stop at numerous additional places throughout the day which we did…”

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8.Galle Day Tour with Turtle Hatchery & River Boat Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · from $75

Review of Galle’s private day tour with Galle Fort, turtle hatchery, lagoon safari, lunch, transport, and practical booking advice.

“This trip comprises a lagoon trip by boat with a separate captain who shows you the things you need to see in terms of flora and fa7na. A trip to a hatchery to seesmalll or injured turtles, a visit to turtle beach to paddle with turtles, a delicious picnic lunch and a tuk tuk tour with separate guide/driver. It's a lot in a day and i felt it good value. I enjoyed all of it!”

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