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Madu River Safari

Madu River Safari Location in Sri Lanka for Boat Rides and Day Tours

If you’re staying in Bentota, Ahungalla or Hikkaduwa and looking for the best things to do in Sri Lanka, the Madu River Safari is right around the corner. Located in Balapitiya, our safari is just a short drive from popular coastal resorts, making it the top choice for travelers searching for day trips, river cruises, bird watching, fishing tours and family-friendly activities.

Colorful kingfisher bird perched on a branch near Madu Ganga River
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Distances From Popular Tourist Areas

We are located to give you quick and easy access. Here are the average travel times:

Balapitiya Railway Station

A short 2-minute walk

Balapitiya Bus Stand

Just a 4-minute walk

Ahungalla

5-minute drive (4 km)

Ambalangoda

A quick 5-minute drive (4 km)

Hikkaduwa beach

It's only a 20-minute drive (18 km)

Bentota

20-minute drive (18 km)

Galle Fort

A quick 40-minute drive (37 km)

Colombo

In just 1.5 hours, it's a 97 km

Yala National Park

183 km away, is a scenic 2.5-hour drive

Nuwara Eliya

Plan for a 5-hour journey covering 214 km

Bandaranayke International Airport (CMB)

2-hour drive spanning 135 km

Traditional cinnamon peeling experience near Madu River Sri Lanka
Peaceful palm-lined river view on Madu Ganga Safari tour
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Why Our Location Is Perfect for Your Sri Lanka Adventure

Our starting point in Balapitiya makes it easy for visitors to reach us from nearby tourist towns. Within minutes, you can escape into a world of mangroves, wildlife and island temples. Many travelers staying in Bentota or Ahungalla choose the Madu River Safari as their must-do day trip because it offers adventure, relaxation and cultural experiences all in one journey.

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