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Madu River Safari

A boat ride through the mangrove-lined Madu Ganga near Bentota, a wetland dotted with small islands, including one with an old Buddhist temple and another where cinnamon is peeled by hand.

Where
Kandy, Sri Lanka
Time needed
1–2 hours
Best time to go
Dec–Apr
💡 Tip: Carry sunscreen, a hat and mosquito repellent for the open boat.

About Kandy

Kandy is Sri Lanka's last royal capital, set around a lake in the green central hills. It is the island's cultural heart, home to the revered Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, and a handy base for Sigiriya, Dambulla and the tea country.

More to see in Kandy

City tourKandy City & Cultural TourFull day
LandmarkSigiriya Rock Fortress3–4 hours
TempleDambulla Cave Temple1–2 hours
ExperienceKitulgala White-Water Rafting2–3 hours
NatureTurtle Hatchery30–60 minutes
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