Bike Tours Galle

Highlights Take a ride amid the stunning scenery in Galle town and its suburbs. Marshlands that surround the serene Koggala Lake. Visit the low country tea factory - Kahanda Kanda Tea Factory Track all the major attractions in the region including Unawatuna Beach, the Rumassala mountain and the world-famous Galle Dutch Fort.
Overview
Galle is considered the capital of Sri Lanka’s south with historical and cultural importance. This cycle tour of Galle and its outskirts will provide you with a view to this magnificent city and its happenings.
You will meet our guide in Miliduwa, in the outskirts of Galle at approximately 0800 hrs. After introductions and an initial brief of the tour, you set off from Miliduwa.
The first stop is at the tea factory at Kahanda Kanda. This factory gives you a glance at how low-country tea is processed from raw leaves all the way to its final form with a peak at how a co-ordinated effort gets the tea from the lush green plantations to a teacup.
The serene Koggala Lake, being the next stop, is a place to rejuvenate and take on a boat ride around the lake. The Koggala Lake is dotted with hundreds of tiny islands, some of them large enough to be inhabited. Amongst many key features, the marshland that surrounds the lake is the main attraction with several dozen species of rare and colourful birds, especially during the migrant season.
You continue to cycle amid paddy fields, coconut, rubber and cinnamon plantations etc. Upon reaching Unawatuna, you will see its famous pristine beaches and coral reefs. Unawatuna borders Rumassala mountain, with a unique Buddhist temple and a small attractive strip of beach known as Jungle Beach.
Galle city, the most significant attraction in this tour features the 17th century Galle Dutch Fort. It features several quaint boutiques for souvenir hunters, high-quality restaurants, even a strip of beach and even the first breadfruit tree planted in Sri Lanka. You will get a chance to interact with the locals and try some mouth-watering street food as well.
From the Galle Fort, you will cycle back to Miliduwa village to end an undoubtedly rewarding tour.
Additional Note As the weather in Sri Lanka is not predictable, guests are advised to bring suitable clothing for warm, windy, and rainy conditions Items such as insect repellent and sun-protective lotions are highly recommended and should be brought and carried by guests Lightweight clothes and biking shoes/boots should be worn during the ride Bottles of water and refreshments should be carried by guests over the duration of the tour
What's Included Cycles, including helmets The services of a knowledgeable and experienced local cycle guide from the community for the duration of the tour Bottled drinking water for the duration of the tour Packed snacks and refreshments for the tour All applicable current local taxes
What's Excluded Transportation to starting point and from the end point of the cycle trail The cost of any extra beverages and food (including snacks) consumed during the tour Entrance fees to the tour sites The cost of any optional activities Gratuities (Optional). Expenses of Personal Nature.

About Galle Fort and City Cycling Tour
Galle is the administrative capital of Southern Province and the fourth largest city in Sri Lanka. Before the arrival of the Portuguese in the 16th century, Galle was the main port on the island and has reached the height of its development in the 18th century during the Dutch colonial period. Galle is the best example of a fortified city built by the Portuguese in South and Southeast Asia that shows the interaction between Portuguese architectural styles and native traditions. The Galle Fort is a world heritage site and is the largest remaining fortress in Asia built by European occupiers.
Highlights Cycle the city streets to absorb the local atmosphere Step back in time on a history tour Informative, friendly and professional guide Excellent value for money Water and refreshments All necessary equipment included All government taxes and service charges included
Duration
Daily (Without Monday)
3 to 4 hours - Time depends on your ability
Overview
At our operator house at 2:30 pm, you will be provided with welcome and tour information, bottled water, helmets and a city bike or mountain bike for your size. After a short briefing, you start the tour with our experienced English-speaking local guide. We ride our office to Galle city (approx. 5km on Galle Matara main road on the south coast). Along the route, we can see many activities of the local people and fishermen working and much more.
After reaching Galle city, a visit to Galle Fort can be conveniently started at the old entrance after cycling along the seaside towards the old warehouse. Galle Fort covers an area of 52 hectares (130 acres) and the important heritage monuments in the fort includes the Dutch Reformed Church with its historic belfry dated 1707 and cast in 1709 that rings every hour, the old Dutch government house, the residence of the Commander, Great Warehouse near the Old Gate built around 1669 to store spices and ship equipment that is now National Maritime Museum, the Old Dutch Hospital, the Meera Mosque built-in 1904, the Buddhist temple built at the site of Portuguese Roman Catholic church, the All Saints Anglican Church built in 1871, the 1882 Clock Tower and the 1939 Galle Lighthouse and many more to see.
It usually takes a full day to explore Galle Fort properly, but by cycling, we should be able to carry out in a leisurely and relaxing manner. After cycling inside the Galle Fort, we come out from the New Entrance that was constructed in 1873 piercing rampart between Son and Moon Bastions which is being used even today. We will also visit the Murugan Hindu Temple that was established in 1790 and fruit market and vegetable market established in 1880. This ride will start and finish at our office.
Additional Information Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability Half price for children under the age of 12 Recommended minimum age is 10 years Please advise any specific dietary requirements at the time of booking Try to come 15 minutes before the time of start A small amount of walking is involved Not recommended for participants with heart complaints or other serious medical conditions
What's Included Bike for your size Helmets Local guide Water and refreshments All government taxes and service charges included
What's Excluded Meals Gratuities (Optional) Expenses of Personal Nature Tip of Guide