Rainforest Rescue International’s ecotours allow you to explore areas of outstanding natural beauty around Galle, while supporting local, sustainable projects which are helping to protect this delicate environment.

Each of our tours enables you to experience Sri Lanka’s spectacular biodiversity. Explore responsibly with us, and help protect these fragile ecosystems for future generations.

A delightful arboretum with a diverse collection of rainforest plants. Look out for endemic birds, reptiles, fish and butterflies. Our favourites are the Rough Horned Lizard and the Golden Three Toed Kingfisher.

• 8am — 1pm (30 min drive each way)
• Transport from hotel, park entry, guide fees and refreshments included
• Recommended for age 6 up

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Take a sunset ride on this serene lake and a gentle stroll in the forest. Watch out for tree-hole frogs, the beautiful Malabar Trogon Firebird and shy Sambar. As a designated rehabilitation centre you can also visit animals recovering from illness and injury before being released back into the wild.

• 3.30pm — 6.30pm (30 min drive each way)
• Transport from hotel, park entry, guide fees and refreshments included
• Recommended for age 6 up

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Discover this lush forest, filled with native plants and animals. Explore a batcave and look out for frogs hiding in crevices. Take a refreshing dip in the stream at the end of your trip, and marvel at the animal skeletons in the museum.

• 7am — 3pm (1.5 hour drive each way)
• Transport from hotel, park entry, guide fees, vegetarian lunch and refreshments included
• Recommended for age 6 up

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Round nosed horn lizard