Sri Lanka route guide · Cultural Triangle to Southern Province
Galle, known for its Dutch fort, is 4.5 to 5.5 hours from Dambulla by car.
Between Colombo and the south coast your driver can use the Southern Expressway, the fastest road in the country; tolls are usually included in the price.
1Pinnawala
Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage is a heart-warming place where you can see elephants up close in a natural…
2Kegalle
Get up close with gentle giants at this heartwarming elephant sanctuary!
3Colombo
Step into Sri Lanka's largest museum and discover treasures from ancient kingdoms!
4Colombo
Gangaramaya Temple is one of Colombo’s most vibrant and culturally rich Buddhist temples.
5Hikkaduwa
The Turtle Hatchery in Hikkaduwa is a wonderful place to learn about sea turtle conservation.
6Hikkaduwa
Learn about the devastating 2004 tsunami through powerful personal stories and photographs at this moving…
Meet adorable baby turtles and learn how this conservation project is saving endangered sea turtles!
Galle Dutch Fort is a lively historic fortress by the sea, filled with old-world charm.
Walking through the Old Town of Galle feels like stepping back in time.
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About 255 km by road.
4.5 to 5.5 hours by private car, depending on traffic and stops.
It is possible but tiring, with 9 to 10.5 hours of driving in total. Staying at least one night is better.
Good stops include Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage, Millennium Elephant Foundation, Colombo National Museum.
