Explore the historic & cultural hub that is the Galle Fort with the aid of a treasure hunt. Walk through the streets still frozen in colonial times, with the aid of a map which will guide you to clues within the fort. At each station you will learn something new and complete the circuit with a nice, cold treat.

Experience Overview

The Galle Fort was established in 1588 and subsequently controlled by the Portuguese, the Dutch and the British. Today, it is a cultural melting pot that attracts artists, writers and other creatives as well as a diverse demographic of Muslims, Sinhalese, Portuguese, Dutch, English and German settlers. The fort boasts a vibrant culture that is unique to its confines and is the best-preserved site of colonial significance in Sri Lanka. It was made a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Includes

host & treasure hunt

Duration

1.5 hours

Timings

9 a.m. / 4 p.m

Good for children

Suitable for all children

What to wear or bring along

comfortable clothes, protection against sunlight, walking shoes

Private or not?

Private

Difficulty

Easy

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Managing Expectations

“ It is important to remember that, whilst they are experts in their field, the people who run or host our experiences are not necessarily used to working in the tourism industry and may not offer the level of service you would find at a five-star hotel. For example, instead of a formal lecture, you may get a relaxed conversation where open discussion is encouraged. All of our hosts are, however, extremely engaging, knowledgeable and passionate about educating visitors about their chosen subject and we have worked with them to ensure that they deliver worthwhile, fulfilling experiences. We welcome feedback, so please let us know what you thought and if you think any improvements could be made to the experiences we offer. ”

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Treasure Hunting in the Galle Fort