The Lagoon and Village Cycling Tour goes at your own pace – we get off the beaten track with an easy 12 km (7.5 miles) ride from approximately 2.5 to 3 hours (or more) depending on how comfortable you are and how fast you wish to cycle. The tour stays primarily on dirt and gravel tracks and showcases local industries, the lagoon and mangroves, fauna, flora, and also provides opportunities to meet the local people. You can also witness the process of catching crabs. If you wish to stay away from the touristy areas and experience the lifestyle of the locals while cycling, this is a perfect tour for you!
Includes:
- Bike suitable for your size.
- Local guide.
- Helmets.
- Water and refreshments.
- All government taxes and service charges included.
Excludes:
- Food and drinks.
- Gratuities (optional).
- Expenses of personal nature.
- Tip for the guide.
Experience:
We start our tour at 8.30 am for the morning departure or 2.30 pm for the afternoon departure. At the tour operator’s house, you will be provided with welcome and tour information, bottled water, helmets, and a city bike or mountain bike suitable for your size.
After a short briefing, you start the tour with our experienced English-speaking local guide who takes you first through small dirt roads in a local village to the lagoon and mangroves. Along the way, you can always ask your local guide about the plants, animals, culture, or anything about this country.
You will also experience the local biodiversity in Sri Lanka – mangrove forests, tropical palms, ferns, and numerous coconut trees. Throughout this journey, you will pass through lush green paddy fields, a significant part of people's lives here in southern Sri Lanka. After cycling around the lagoon, a short journey on the main road and a stop for a refreshing king coconut winds down your tour before you head back to the final destination.
Notes:
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability.
- Half price for children under the age of 12.
- For ages 1–3, we provide a baby seat free of charge.
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at the time of booking.
- Try to arrive 15 minutes before the start time.
- Not recommended for participants with heart complaints or other serious medical conditions.
