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  • 5/5 Václav V. 1 year ago on Google
    Just PERFECT. We have good weather (cloudy), see a lot of crocodiles (also 4 m long), nice and lovely guide(owner). On the boat is also fruit picnic.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Horvath A. 5 months ago on Google
    Awesome safari, we saw more than 10 crocodiles, a lot of beautiful birds and even monkeys and giant bats hanging on the trees. Our guide was so good at spotting the animals, without him we wouldn’t be able to see so many things. Thank you!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Inesa z. 7 months ago on Google
    Today we were on safari, we had an amazing experience because we saw 5 huge crocodiles. Before the safari, I was a little nervous about to be near the crocodiles, but after today I can say that everything was safe and I had a good time! The boat driver was friendly and gave us fresh fruit and coconuts to drink! And I must mention that the price of this safari is very good, because the prices were higher elsewhere, so I am satisfied with everything. I recommend it 😊
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Adam H. 2 years ago on Google
    Had a very lovely chilled day really enjoyed our trip down the river. Very nice guide, saw loads of amazing birds, bats and crocs. Definitely recommend if you want a relaxing day travelling down the river watching the wild life and the world go by.

  • 5/5 anatolie c. 1 year ago on Google
    I have been on many laguna trips but this one was special. First of all we decided one day to see crocodiles:) i took my phone and rang 3 places, matara nilwala was giving the best prices. Plus 20 min after my call we were already on the boat, super receptive bussines owner.))) We were served coconut, fruits and private boat, the trip took around 2 hours We have seen huge crocodiles 🐊 and didn’t expect it at all. We loved the experience and the way the trip was organized Thank you Matara Nilwala, I am recommending to anyone who wants some adrenaline in their life’s

  • 5/5 Bruera J. 1 year ago on Google
    Nice tour on the Nilwala river where we got to see huge crocodiles from a close sight and birds. The guide is really nice and doesn't rush for the tour. Was a very good experience.

  • 5/5 Mulle 1 year ago on Google
    Very good. I didn't expect to see so many crocodiles.

  • 5/5 Dinesh A Kumara G H M. 1 year ago on Google
    This is the fantastic service for watching crocodile & safari around the River Nilwala. And they make better better hospitality who watch the crocodile. We are high recommended this service around matara.

  • 5/5 Esther K. 1 year ago on Google
    We had an amazing boat tour on the Nilwala Ganga river. This was the best boat trip because the service and quality was so great. It is rainy season and with most boattrips you need to pick a day with no rain at all. But this boat has a roof! So you can do the tour any time. We had a little rain and no problem. The service was great, we got King coconut, pineaplle, bananas on the way. And ofcourse... the wildlife! We saw many crocodiles, big 4 to 5 meters long crocodiles and baby ones. We saw the King Fisher bird and many other beautiful birds. To see bicycles crossing the river on a small ferry is also cute. Comfortable benches. Just absolutely great. And in this time of gasoline trouble many boats did not operate. But this one did!

  • 5/5 Mairi I. 2 years ago on Google
    Great safari - we saw three baby crocodiles and two massive crocodiles, along with many birds, monkeys and bats. Our guide had an eagle eye for wildlife. We even got some fruit and a coconut to drink!

  • 5/5 Jasmin S. 7 months ago on Google
    Neel is amazing host. Goes the Xtra mile. 4 big crocodiles (4 metres) 3 baby crocodiles Beautiful river cum part-sea safari Lots of birds, few monkeys. Had a gala time. Refreshments served. You won't regret part of being this wonderful ride

  • 5/5 Vilius K. 7 months ago on Google
    Perfect crocodile safari! We saw five big crocodiles like 5 meters long size! Boat driver is very friendly, provided good service, we got a pallete of fruits and two fresh coconuts! Everything is safe.. Don’t be afraid crocodiles won’t touch you! :D

  • 5/5 Steve N. 4 months ago on Google
    Great tour of the river. The captain was great at spotting crocs and other animals. We saw loads of baby crocs, a few medium size ones and one 4 metre long monster. Also a few hundred sleeping bats, loads of different birds. Also had a fresh fruit platter which was a nice touch. Definitely recommend!

  • 5/5 Nathan A. 8 months ago on Google
    Great tour, saw two large crocodile's, numerous birds and one large water monitor. Overall a great trip and would recommend.


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