Glide through ancient mangrove tunnels, visit cinnamon peelers on secluded river islets, and experience natural fish spa therapy.
1.5 to 2 Hours
Sri Lanka / Field journal
Activity Details
The Madu Ganga wetland is a Ramsar-protected mangrove estuary comprising 64 tranquil islets. Boarding a comfortable motorized canopy boat, you navigate narrow aquatic tunnels shaded by dense mangrove roots, observe water monitor lizards and kingfishers, visit an ancient Buddhist island temple, and watch traditional cinnamon oil distillation.
What to Expect
01Boat cruise through winding subterranean mangrove root tunnels
02Live demonstration of traditional Ceylon cinnamon harvesting and peeling
03Visit to Kothduwa temple situated entirely on an isolated river island
04Natural open-air fish massage therapy on floating timber decks
Tours Featuring This Activity
Enjoy this experience as part of a fully supported multi-day journey.
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