Bentota: Bawa Garden, Richmond Castle & Heritage Tour Cultural Heritage Tour – Without River Safari

Discover Sri Lankan art, architecture and heritage at Brief Garden, Richmond Castle and Gangatilaka Vihara, with optional Bentota River boat safari and private transportation.
Discover Sri Lankan art, architecture and heritage

Explore a different side of Sri Lanka on a private sightseeing experience around Bentota and Kalutara. Visit historic gardens, architectural landmarks, a traditional Buddhist temple and a local batik workshop, with the choice to add a relaxing Bentota River boat safari.

Brief Garden – Bevis Bawa

Visit Brief Garden, the former home and landscaped garden created by renowned Sri Lankan artist and landscape designer Bevis Bawa. Explore the artistic gardens, sculptures, pathways and unique architecture that reflect his creative vision.

Richmond Castle

Continue to Richmond Castle, a historic mansion surrounded by landscaped grounds. Discover its distinctive architecture and learn about the history of this important local landmark.

Batik Factory

Visit a local batik workshop and discover the traditional Sri Lankan art of creating colourful textile designs using wax-resist techniques. See how local artisans create and decorate batik products.

Gangatilaka Vihara

Visit Gangatilaka Vihara, a well-known Buddhist temple in Kalutara. Experience the peaceful temple surroundings and discover an important part of the area's religious and cultural heritage.

Optional Bentota River Boat Safari

Choose the option that includes a private Bentota River boat safari and enjoy a peaceful journey through the river and surrounding mangrove environment. The boat safari provides an opportunity to experience the natural side of Bentota at a relaxed pace.

Private and flexible experience

Travel between the attractions in private transportation and enjoy a more flexible sightseeing experience without joining a large group. Entrance tickets are not included, allowing you to pay the applicable admission fees directly at the attractions.

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.