Location: Kalutara
Top Things to do in Kalutara
Top Restaurants in Kalutara
Top 10 Historical & Heritage Tours in Kalutara, Western Province
Kalutara (Sinhalese: කළුතර, Tamil: களுத்துறை) or Kalutota is a major city in Kalutara District, Western Province, Sri Lanka. It is also the administrative capital of Kalutara District. It is located approximately 40 km (25 mi) south of the capital Colombo. The area is well known to produce the Mangosteens, a fruit introduced from Malaysia in 19th century.
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1. Sigiriya & Dambulla Day Trip From Kalutara & Wadduwa- All Inclusive
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
Sigiriya & Dambulla Day Trip from Kalutara & wadduwa is organized by Bentota Travel Mart ( BTM ) for the tourists who stay at Kalutara & Wadduwa areas. If anyone is looking to explore couple of UNESCO World Heritage Sites in one single trip, then this is the most identical and famous tour activity for that. Sigiriya Rock Fortress (8th World Wonder) and Dambulla Golden Rock Cave Temple are the clear witness of the epic architecture & technology used in Sri Lanka in ancient times. This is one of the popular day excursions for the travelers in Sri Lanka. This tour is included free pick-up and drop-off to any places in Kalutara & Wadduwa areas.
Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Environmental Management Charge (Reef Tax), TripAdvisor Experiences brokerage fee, Breakfast, Lunch, Tour escort/host, Professional guides for each sites - Sigiriya Rock Fortress & Dambulla Cave Temple, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Private tour, Round-trip private transfer, Transport by private vehicle, Bottled water
Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks, unless specified
Reviewed By AJSCA
Our holiday rep booked a safari day for us before we left England. It was an absolutely fantastic day out we hadn’t realised it was a private tour just for us so that was a bonus. Sam the manager rang us the evening before we went to confirm times and drivers name. We had Dinesh who was amazing he picked us up at 5 am and we got back after 6 pm. He pointed out lots of interesting facts on our journey too. We decided we would go to Galle the following week so messaged Sam to see if we could book same driver and not do everything that was on the list and it was no problem. We did Galle fort then silk factory and tsunami museum which was all very interesting. We stopped to have some lunch on the way back to hotel. Would highly recommend this company. If we come back to Sri Lanka again will certainly be using them. Thank you very much Sam and Dinesh Sarah and Chris.
2. Galle Day Tour
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 5 reviews
This is a Galle day tour where we can arrange private tours for our clients. It is fully safe and happy journey. We can enjoy boat safari at Bentota River, see the sea turtles in Kosgoda Sea Turtle Conservation, visit the Community Tsunami Museum and Galle fort.
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, All Fees and Taxes
Exclusions: Foods Beverages and Other expenses, Tips
Reviewed By anaellelau
Dilan is a great guide. He can take you anywhere you want to go and help you plan the best itinerary. I would highly recommend !!
3. Sigiriya and Dambulla Day Tour from Kalutara / Wadduwa (All Inclusive)
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 4 reviews
Don't miss Sigiriya rock fortress and Dambulla cave temple when you are in Sri Lanka. Both places are nominated as UNESCO World Heritage sites. Sigiriya rock fortress is the most visited tourist attraction in Sri Lanka. It is sometimes known as the Sigiriya Lion Rock, after its original name “Sinha-Giri”. Dambulla golden rock cave temple was home to thousands of meditating monks since its monastic beginnings in the first century BCE. Today the same cave temple hosts a massive collection of Buddhist murals and sculptures belonging to a pan-Asian artistic tradition. Explore Sigiriya and Dambulla on this full-day tour. Depart from your hotel at Colombo or Mount Lavinia in a private air-conditioned vehicle with a driver-guide.
Inclusions: Hotel pick up and drop off to most closely located hotels in Kalutara or Wadduwa., Air conditioned vehicle with English speaking driver., Mineral water during the tour., Lunch at a local restaurant., Entrance fees to Sigiriya Rock and Dambulla Temple., All government taxes.
Exclusions: Gratuities., Any thing not mentioned in inclusions.
Reviewed By 698susannee
So much more than what we expected!! A great place to visit if you are crazy over elephants and leopards
4. 1 day Tour to Galle with Boat Safari, Turtle Hatchery etc inc all admissions
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
One day tour to Galle. Explore the 16th century cobbled Galle Fort and see its fortified walls, colonial buildings and lighthouse. Wander through the old streets and capture the feel of old Galle. On the way visit Kosgoda Turtle Hatchery and see how they hatch and release the turtles. Spot fascinating wildlife on a boat safari along the Bentota River with a skilled guide. Learn how Sri Lankan Moonstones are mined and see them from raw stone to finished jewellry. Visit one of the most beautiful beaches in Sri Lanka and swim in the Indian Ocean Includes private air-conditioned transport and Kalutara hotel pickup and drop-off with entrance fees all included. Lunch is at your own expense but we can stop wherever you want or we can recommend for you.
Inclusions: Bottled water, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, All Fees and Taxes
Exclusions: Although lunch is not provided, simply tell us when you would like to stop and our guide can recommend somewhere local for tasty food nearby.
Reviewed By luciaz648
Last year we spent 7 fantastic days in Sri Lanka with our tour guide Sam. Literally from the moment we arrived to the moment we left, Sam took care of us. He was on time every day, very knowledgeable, extremely accommodating, incredibly helpful, and certainly knows his way around the entire area . I recommend having a tour guide in Sri Lanka, and can easily highly recommend having Sam be your guide . Thank you very much for a wonderful experience Sam, we can't thank you enough!
5. Galle One Day Tour
Overall Ratings
4.8 based on 5 reviews
• Fish Market Beruwela • Buddhist Temple Kande Viharaya Aluthgama • River Boat Safari Bentota River or Madu Ganga • Turtle Hatchery • Moon Stone Mines • Hikkaduwa Beach Snookling • Dutch Fort Galle • Unawatuna Beach & Roomassala Jungle Beach
Inclusions: Local taxes, Driver/guide, Local guide, Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off
Exclusions: Food and drinks, Lunch, Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
Reviewed By Littlescone123
I had a wonderful day trip to Candy with Senaka Tours! Senaka himself was wonderfully knowledgable and very good company throughout. A prefect tour guide and driver and I fully recommend! Elizabeth
6. Southern Coast Highlights from Kalutara
(SKU: LK60160600) This one-day tour offers you the opportunity to tour the best attractions on the Southern coast of tropical Sri Lanka. Visit a tea factory to discover the mysteries of tea-manufacturing. Marvel at the skill of the stilt fishermen. Relax with a fresh seafood lunch. Tour a city of Galle and visit the famed Galle Fort. This is a tour for all ages.
Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off., Transport by a private air-conditioned vehicle., Service of an English Speaking Chauffeur guide., 1-Liter Water Bottle Per Person.
Exclusions: Meals where not specified., Gratuities, Expenses of personal nature, Entrance Ticket (if any)
Reviewed By 376rakeshm
Timings on the net are all wrong. A strict admission policy prevails guided tours to the property are only at 0930 and 1400 hours. You need to be at the estate gates precisely at these times or else get turned away
7. Sigiriya and Dambulla from Kalutara
(SKU: LK60160300)During this full-day tour to Sigiriya, you will visit a renowned UNESCO World Heritage Site! Enter into a kingdom hailed as one of the greatest in Sri Lanka’s history. Start your journey at the Dambulla Cave Temple. Later that evening, visit Sigiriya Rock Fortress also known to be the world’s 8th wonder and spend time exploring the archaeological history and end your tour in Sigiriya.
Inclusions: Transport throughout the tour with an air-conditioned vehicle,, Service of an English-Speaking Chauffer Guide,, 1 Liter of Bottled Mineral Water Per Person,, Hotel Pick & Drop, (From Kalutara, Wadduwa & Panadura), All Taxes & Service Charges.
Exclusions: Entrance Fees , Food or Drinks,, Gratuities, Expenses of Personal Nature.
Reviewed By 376rakeshm
Timings on the net are all wrong. A strict admission policy prevails guided tours to the property are only at 0930 and 1400 hours. You need to be at the estate gates precisely at these times or else get turned away
8. Coastal Ride to Galle from Kalutara
(SKU: LK60160400) Experience the magnificent southern coast of Sri Lanka with its beautiful coconut palm-fringed beaches and picturesque views. On this full-day private tour, take a river safari on the Madu Ganga, stroll through the Dutch-built Galle Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Inclusions: Transport by private air-conditioned vehicle., Service of an English Speaking Chauffeur Guide., Hotel pickup and drop off from Kalutara., 1-boat safari through Madu river., Water bottle (per-person).
Exclusions: Entrance tickets., Fees for the optional scuba diving, snorkeling or surfing., Food and drinks., Gratuities (optional).
Reviewed By 376rakeshm
Timings on the net are all wrong. A strict admission policy prevails guided tours to the property are only at 0930 and 1400 hours. You need to be at the estate gates precisely at these times or else get turned away
9. Private Day Tour To Kandy From Kaluthara
Experience Sri Lanka’s old hill capital of Kandy on a privately full-day trip from Kaluthara. Explore the Peradeniya Royal Botanical Gardens to see giant palms, orchids, and exotic flora. After free time for lunch (own expense), spend the afternoon in enchanting, UNESCO-listed Kandy, with visits to the gold-roofed, UNESCO-listed Temple of the Tooth, Kandy market, and a cultural show. Finish with a stop for dinner (own expense) on your return journey to Kaluthara.(If You Required)
Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Water Bottled, Air-condition vehicle(Car or Van), Complimentary WiFi Excess During the Travel (Subjected To Availability), English Speaking Driver Cum Guide
Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities
Reviewed By 203senuria
It’s a great experience. The ambiance is very welcoming and charming. Amazing food and service. Staff are extremely polite and friendly and I just want to say that, in addition to awesome food, we had a delightful waiter, “Dhanushka”. He had just the right balance of friendliness and efficiency. He recognized that we wanted time to visit and made certain that we had everything we needed.
10. Whale Watching Tour
• Early morning 04.00 am leave from Hotel • Whale Watching Boat Safari at Mirissa • Stilt Fishermen at Koggala • Return to hotel
Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Bottled water, Breakfast, Driver/guide, Hotel pickup, Hotel drop-off
Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Lunch
Reviewed By mcj0e
Gayan collected us from the airport and drove us to Yala National Park. We did a 1 day safari where we saw many animals including a Leopard and a bear. We will treasure this experience forever. On day 3 he then took us to Mirissa beach where we did a whale watching and had some of the best seafood dinners. Day 5 he drove us to Hikkaduwa where we swam with the turtles and in the evening had the best traditional Sri Lankan curry. Gayan is an amazing guide and speaks perfect English. He arranged everything for us and charged us a very low rate. This is my 3rd time in Sri Lanka and I will definitely be coming back and will only use Gayan. Highly recommend him for any tour you wish to go on.
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