1-Day City Tour in Negombo

Day 1

Stays in Negambo Sri Lanka

Day 1 Activities

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Boat riding

Brick Stair case

Big Canal Design

Daily Activities

4 activities

Relax at Negombo Beach, visit the Fish Market, and explore the Dutch Fort.

Enjoy a traditional Sri Lankan lunch at a local restaurant.

Visit St. Mary's Church, stroll or boat along Negombo Canal, and shop at local markets.

Watch the sunset by the ocean and enjoy a seafood dinner at a local restaurant.

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Private Transport with driver/guide (air-conditioned vehicle)

Entrance Fees to Tea Factory, Gem Shop, Candle-Making Workshop and Temple of the Tooth

Traditional Sri Lankan Lunch at a local restaurant

Tea Tasting Session at the tea factory

Candle-Making Materials (participants can take home their creation)

English-speaking Tour Guide

Bottled Drinking Water

Photo Opportunities at all stops

Government Taxes & Service Charges

Airfare or Airport Transfers

Accommodation or Hotel Stays

Additional Snacks or Beverages (outside of the included lunch and water)

Personal Expenses (shopping, tips, etc.)

Tour Guide Tips (optional and at guest’s discretion)

Unscheduled Activities or Attractions not listed in the itinerary

Purchases at Gem Shops or Markets

Day 1: Stays in Negambo Sri Lanka

Visit the Negombo Fish Market

Head to the bustling, open-air "Lellama" in the early morning (around 6:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m.) to witness the day's fresh catch being unloaded from traditional outrigger canoes (oruvas). You can observe lively auctions and see fish being dried in the...

Added: Oct 01, 2025

Wander through the fishing villages

Located across the lagoon bridge, you can see how local fishermen live and work, and watch them use traditional techniques for lagoon fishing.

Added: Oct 02, 2025

Discover colonial architecture

Take a tuk-tuk or walk around the town to see the remnants of Portuguese and Dutch rule. Look for the old Dutch fort gate, built in 1672, which is now part of the city's prison.

Added: Oct 02, 2025

Take a boat trip on the Negombo Lagoon and Muthurajawela Marsh

Explore this large wetland ecosystem, known as the "Swamp of Royal Treasure," by taking a guided boat tour. The lagoon and marsh are home to extensive mangrove swamps and diverse wildlife, including over 190 species of birds and monitor lizards.

Added: Oct 02, 2025

Travel the Dutch Canal

Originally used to transport spices, you can now take a boat tour along the 120-kilometer canal that runs from Colombo through Negombo.

Added: Oct 02, 2025

Enjoy Negombo Beach

Walk along the wide, sandy shores, particularly in the morning or evening when it's cooler. While some stretches are busy with fishermen, others are maintained by hotels for guests. This is also a great spot to watch a breathtaking sunset.

Added: Oct 02, 2025

Try water sports

Many beachside hotels offer equipment and instruction for activities like windsurfing, kite surfing, and sailing, especially during the peak season from January to March.

Added: Oct 02, 2025

Visit Angurukaramulla Temple

This ancient and prominent Buddhist temple features a large, colorful dragon entrance and a massive image of the Buddha. Visitors should dress respectfully.

Added: Oct 02, 2025

Dine on fresh seafood

Take advantage of the town's famous fishing industry by eating at one of the many restaurants that serve fresh seafood from the ocean and the lagoon, including prawns, crabs, and lobster.

Added: Oct 02, 2025