Cycling in Negombo Fishing Village

(SKU: LK77050100) This tour gives you the opportunity to explore Negombo's centuries-old fishing trade. Cycle through quaint villages and learn their culture. Watch the fishermen tend to their boats and mend their nets. Visit the house of one of the fishermen to learn more about how they live. Pedal amongst tall coconut palms on your way back.

Itinerary
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Stop At: Negombo Fish Market, Negombo Sri Lanka

Start your cycling excursion from your hotel in Negombo at 3:30pm. Your route is 12 miles (20 km) long and takes up to three hours to finish. You will be provided with the necessary equipment, including bicycle and helmet, and you'll have a guide with you, as well as a backup vehicle. There will be refreshments such as water available that you can enjoy during quick breaks.

The fishing trade of Negombo is one of the oldest in Sri Lanka, and the city is the biggest fishing city in the country. During your journey, see rows of fishing boats stacked up along the beaches as you cycle through the villages. Your guide helps you speak to a few villagers and learn more about the fishing lifestyle both in the old days and now. You can also observe fishermen mending torn nets, gutting fish, or cleaning out their boats.

You have the option to visit a local village house to see what it looks like and enjoy a cup of tea. Then return to Negombo along a route that passes through a beautiful coconut estate. Admire beautiful views while the sun sets, as you'll be riding along the coast.

You will finish your tour at your hotel by 6:30pm.

Duration: 3 hours