Sri Lanka Private Koggala Lake and Temple Tour

By ForeverVacation Sri Lanka

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9h
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Selective hotel pickup

Overview

Your first stop will be at the beautiful Japanese Peace Pagoda. This magnificent structure is a symbol of peace and harmony and offers stunning panoramic views of the surrounding landscape.

Next, it's time to get on board for a boat ride at the largest natural lake in Sri Lanka: Koggala Lake. During your boat ride, you'll get to enjoy the the wildlife that surrounds the lake, including colourful birds, playful monkeys and even crocodiles!

After lunch, you'll visit two incredible temples: The Weherahena Poorwarama Temple, a must-visit for anyone who loves art and architecture. Secondly, we'll take you to the Wewurukannala Raja Maha Viharaya temple, where you’ll be able to see the world's tallest standing Buddha statue that's over 160ft high!

The highlights of this tour include:

-A visit to the Japanese Peace Pagoda
-Visit two hidden temples
-Take a boat ride on the largest natural lake in Sri Lanka

Activity location

Japanese Peace Pagoda
- Rumassala
- 80600, Unawatuna, Sri Lanka

Meeting/Redemption Point

Japanese Peace Pagoda
- Rumassala
- 80600, Unawatuna, Sri Lanka

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Sri Lanka Private Koggala Lake and Temple Tour

9h
English

Pickup included

Travellers

Language options: English

Starting time

Price details

NZ$213.69 x 1 AdultNZ$213.69

Total

Until Wed, 22 Jan

What's included, what's not

Private transport
Bottled water
English speaking driver and tour guide
Lunch
All Fees and Taxes
Boat ride
Tips for guides

Know before you book

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Japanese Peace Pagoda

2h
Admission ticket included

Located a few kilometres from the city of Galle, the Japanese Peace Pagoda is a unique shrine that guarantees peace and solitude to anyone who visits. Built by the Japanese Nipponzan-Myōhōji order in 2005, it was made as a symbol to promote peace in the island. A short hike to the summit of the Rumassala Hill and you’ll find yourself in awe of the pristine pagoda. Enjoy the unhindered and stunning views of the coast and the bustling town of Galle when you reach the top. *** includes drivng time

Koggala Lake

4h
Admission ticket included

Koggala Lake is one of the biggest natural lakes in Sri Lanka. A number of islands are scattered in the lake among which the Temple Island, Modol Doova, Bird Island and the Cinnamon island. The lake is rich in birdlife and mangroves and is the perfect place to explore by boat! *** Includes driving time and lunch

Weherahena Buddhist Temple

1h
Admission ticket included

. The 39-meter height Buddha statue is considered the first and largest tunnel temple in the world! Visitors to the temple can see the beautiful and decorated art on the tunnel wall.

Wewurukannala Vihara

2h
Admission ticket included

The Wewurukannala Vihara temple is one of the most impressive Buddhist temples in Sri Lanka. An image of a 160 ft high seated Buddha dominates the temple site and dates back to King Rajadhi 1782 – 1798. *** Includes driving time back to the hotel

Location

Activity location

Japanese Peace Pagoda
- Rumassala
- 80600, Unawatuna, Sri Lanka

Meeting/Redemption Point

Japanese Peace Pagoda
- Rumassala
- 80600, Unawatuna, Sri Lanka

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