Balapitiya Madu River (Madu Ganga) Safari is another beautiful place to do boat safaris due to picturesque landscapes, beautiful wildlife with many different species of birds, echo system and the very high diversity. Although inhabitants claim that there are about 64 small islands in Madu ganga there are only 15 true islands which are surrounded by water.

Coral watching by boat is definitely a popular activity in Sri Lanka, especially around places like Hikkaduwa. You can hop on a glass-bottom boat and see vibrant coral reefs without getting wet. “While you’re on the boat, you’ll also have the chance to spot a variety of marine life, including graceful sea turtles and colorful fish species.” It’s a really beautiful and relaxing experience!

the 2004 tsunami caused significant damage to the coral reefs in the Hikkaduwa area and other parts of the coast. Over the years, there have been efforts to restore and rehabilitate these reefs, and today, some areas have shown remarkable recovery.