Madu River Boat Safari

What is Madu river safari?

Madu river safari is an exciting and enjoyable boat ride with lots of intriguing sights. You will come across several islands covered in thick, luxuriant mangrove forests. This river offers a variety of boat safaris, including family and group boat rides. In the group boat rides more than one family joins to explore the river and the family boat carries a single family. Trained professionals will accompany the travelers as visitors enjoy themselves with the amusement of the river. Madu river safari would be one of the best ways you could relax and enjoy your vacation, let us tell you why!

Things to see

Your reward for taking this boat expedition will be an unforgettable experience. Let us show you some of the breathtaking sights you will come across as you explore.

Mangroves in the Madu River is a well-known ecological hotspot, and the riverbanks are covered in a variety of mangrove species. It makes the safari thrilling due to the secret passages created by mangroves alongside the river. One of the exciting parts  of this excursion is cruising through these magnificent mangrove tunnels.

Mangrove forest found surrounding the Madu river has become a sanctuary for aquatic birds. The natural landscape has made it the ideal place for birds, A bird lover would surely be thrilled spotting all these species. Bird watching  would be an experience never to be forgotten.

Cinnamon Island  is one of the islands where you can stop to visit during your boat ride. The entire island is covered by Cinnamon trees; it was a plantation that began in the early 1900.  Travelers will also get the chance of seeing the traditional cinnamon peeling in Sri Lanka and purchase the freshly cultivated cinnamon. SinceSri Lanka is known for its spices, this would be one of your best purchases here.

There are various other interesting things to see apart from the ones mentioned above make sure you pay a visit to the  Kothduwa Temple which is one of the major stops, Five-cent island the smallest island that resembles a five cent coin, Fish spa to relax, shrimp farms and many more interesting sights.

Prices

Prices would cost about USD 25 to 40 for the boat which would take you on a ride for 1,5 hours. Cost would vary based on the boat, the number of people traveling and what the package includes. It is best to book or check online before which will help you be more prepared for the tour.

Taking the time to explore this beautiful river that has so much to offer all those who visit and would be an unforgettable boat safari. Take pictures of the scenic views and get lost in the beauty of nature itself. Madu river that’s surrounded by beautiful landscapes, birds, mangroves and islands is a place every traveler would enjoy and never be disappointed in.