Boat Ride & Traditional ways of fishing in Balapitiya River

Set off on a tranquil boat ride along the enchanting waters of the Balapitiya River, where mangrove tunnels, tiny islands, and age-old temples reveal the hidden soul of Sri Lanka’s southern coast. Drift past lush greenery, watch water monitors sunbathe on the banks, and glimpse into the timeless fishing traditions of local communities – from stilt fishing to using hand nets, bamboo traps, and riverbank methods passed down through generations, that define the local culture.