Maha Oya River Boat safari & Hamilton Canal in Negombo

Negombo, Sri Lanka
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Overview
Duration
6h
Languages
English, Spanish
Voucher type
mobile
What To Expect

Take a day trip from Negombo in the Hamilton canal and majestic Maha Oya to experience a tropical countryside boat trip to witness the riverine village life of fishermen, a Bamboo forest, and birds. Follow the historic route of the spice traders along the Hamilton canal and then cruise upstream on this spectacular Maha Oya river to experience a tropical countryside boat trip and witness the riverine village life of fishermen, a Bamboo forest, and birds.. We can stop at a sandy beach for a swim in the fresh water. The British Agent of Revenue and Commerce in 1802, Garvin Hamilton. started a new canal to the east of the earlier cut canal by Sinhalese king and the Dutch. This canal was meant to link the Dutch canal by a series of parallel canals designed to drain the Muturajawela. what happened was the opposite as the high tide brought salinity not only from the Negambo lagoon but also the Kelani river. Thus the Hamilton Canal was born, named after Garvin Hamilton and stretching 14.5km from Colombo to Negombo.

What to remember

Important info

  • Passport required
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Not stroller accessible
  • Not suitable for pets
  • No public transportation nearby
  • Infants must not sit on laps
  • Infant seats unavailable
  • Recommended for People with Good Physical Fitness
included
What's included
included-item
* Spanish/English speaking guide for the entire tours * Transportation in a Comfortable A/C Vehicle * Fuel Charges * Mineral Water Bottle * All Government Tax & Charges
excluded
What's not included
excluded-items
* Entrance fees * Any tours to cities not mentioned above * Any other services not mentioned above
Cancellation Policy
Unfortunately, our partner's policy does not allow us to refund, cancel or change this booking.
Provider
Ceylon Travel Dream