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Kayaking Adventure on serene waters through mangroves, Akurala

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Overview

Available languages

English

2 hours

Mobile ticket

Akurala has been the main area in Sri Lanka for lime stones back in 1940s. Lime stone mining has been the main occupation of the villagers for decades and those pits have been left for decades and they've become water reservoirs which are covered by mangroves. This has become a habitat for a huge range of wildlife including rare species of birds, water monitors, bats and many more.

This provides you a tranquil atmosphere while you kayak on serene waters through greenish mangroves.

You will have the opportunity to stay right under a running train while kayaking.

This kayaking event added with tranquility, fun and a bit of adventure would give you the best kayaking experience in Sri Lanka.

Additional Info

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

Kayak through Mangroves where you can explore serene waters, nature and a divers wildlife including birds, water monitors bats and more. Our team would always be there for you to guide through the mangroves and to ensure the safety. Enjoy this edventurous event added with endless fun with the rest of the team while enjoying the calm nature. You will get the opportunity to be right under a running train while kayaking. Don't miss it.

What‘s Included

A locker will be given to keep your belongings safe.

The fresh king coconut given would refresh yourself before the session.

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Kayaking Adventure on serene waters through mangroves, Akurala

Reviews

4.80

35 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

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  • It was astonishing

    taha h,,Dec 26, 2025

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    Beautiful scenery Very friendly Variety of flowers and birds Great crew Easy to follow Very helpful crew in the end it was amazing experience

  • The greatest kyaking sri lanka can offer

    Dawood H,,Dec 26, 2025

    - Review from Viator

    5.00

    Every thing is great, kalu was a great man very friendly very good every thing was just perfect without any additional hidden fees

  • Family Kayak Trip

    Chris G,,Dec 25, 2025

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    We enjoyed this experience as a family. Nice big double kayaks. Very safe. Life jackets for kids provided. Lots of birds and a relaxing paddle.

  • Thanks for kayak experience

    U1694XJjaneg,,Dec 25, 2025

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    4.00

    We enjoyed the afternoon kayak in the mangroves and local area. 1.5-2hrs in length. Fun to go between the mangroves, safe life jackets, very calm water. Great to have guide at the front and back for safety. More details of length of time and what to bring. Being there for the train was fun too!

  • Excellent in every way

    Q3735YOannab,,Dec 16, 2025

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    We started the whole experience with our first taste of coconut water straight from coconuts. Our guides also proved water for the trip as well as life jackets. We spent a fantastic couple of hours kayaking along a beautiful river. We saw different species of birds including a pair of eagles and black herons. As the sun was beginning to set we saw a whole host of huge fruit bats fly into the sky from the trees! It was astonishing! We finished off the trip kayaking under a bridge whilst the local train travelled overhead. Brilliant experience with very chatty and knowledgable guides.

  • Amazing experience

    809nellb,,Dec 16, 2025

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    Awesome trip! We were able to explore the area and we offered some coconuts to drink which were delicious! Super friendly staff that made us feel confident in the water. We were able to see an array of different wildlife in their natural habitat which was amazing! Seeing the train go over us in the river was so fun. Had a swim in the river at the end- very refreshing! Lovely time!

  • Unforgettable mangrove tour – highly recommended!

    Manuel E,,Dec 14, 2025

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    Today we experienced a fantastic mangrove tour with our 5-year-old daughter, which we can heartily recommend! The tour already started warmly with a refreshing King Coconut to welcome you. The organization was perfect – we were equipped with drinking water and life jackets and felt completely safe. We were asked if we would like to go kayaking together or split up with the staff on different kayaks. We paddled on three kayaks: two with the locals and one kayak for us as a family. The approximately 1.5-hour tour through the mangroves was a real nature experience! We could observe beautiful butterflies and different bird species. The flying dogs and even a majestic eagle were particularly impressive. A touching moment was the encounter with a stray dog who apparently found his home on one of the bridges we passed. The absolute highlight was the low railway bridge, under which you can only travel lying in a kayak. The organizer had planned a special surprise: The return journey was so perfectly timed that we could be under the bridge just when the train rattled over it – on a voluntary basis, of course! We chose this adventure and this exciting, perfectly choreographed moment was incredibly exciting and will be remembered forever! At the end of this wonderful tour there was a small, loving gift – a beautiful gesture that perfectly rounded off the experience. Thank you for these unforgettable 1.5 hours! This tour is perfect for families and nature lovers. The flexible design and consideration for individual needs make them particularly recommended. We can recommend them without restriction!

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  • Super fun & informative guides, mega fun through mangroves and bridge. Highly recommended – for young and old

    B415MGmanuele,,Dec 14, 2025

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    We had a kayak tour through the mangrove jungle today – and it was just incredibly beautiful. We started quite relaxed with a fresh King Coconut, after which we were super introduced and were still allowed to look at the garden. No sales tour, no pressure – just honest, warm and with a wonderfully funny, light spirit. We were traveling with our five-year-old daughter, who sat safely and happily between us in the kayak. Together we paddled through natural roots, narrow tunnels, under bridges, surrounded by untouched nature. We have seen many birds, butterflies and a wide variety of plants – the landscape and culture are just beautiful. The absolute highlight: Passing under a railway bridge, waiting there and then – lying on your back in a kayak – gliding under the moving train. Goose bumps moment! In addition, flying dogs at the end of the tour. A real adventure for young and old – highly recommended.

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  • Great kayaking day out

    689madelinee,,Dec 10, 2025

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    4.00

    We had a great experience kayaking through the mangroves. The staff were welcoming and showed us the nearby wildlife. The trip lasted just under 2 hours which was plenty for someone with minimal kayaking experience. Would definitely recommend

  • Poor location details put me off

    Lawrence B,,Dec 9, 2025

    - Review from Viator

    1.00

    I cli ked the link for location on Google. I drove up and down for 15 minutes trying to find the location. There was no sign saying where they were. I decided that if their organisation was that bad, I didn't fancy getting in a kayak with them. I didn't do the trip and can't recommend.

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