Seethawaka Wet Zone Botanical Garden Private Day Trip from Colombo
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Highlights
- Discover a wide range of rare and endemic plants that grow only in Sri Lanka’s wet zone.
- Enjoy breathtaking views of green hills, valleys, and the large central lake that reflects the surrounding trees.
- Take a boat ride or walk along peaceful lakeside paths surrounded by flowering plants.
- Stroll along well-maintained walking paths that lead through shady forests and open lawns.
- Listen to the sounds of nature — birdsong, flowing water, and rustling leaves.
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What to expect
Starting your journey from Colombo, you’ll travel through scenic countryside roads lined with paddy fields, rubber plantations, and charming villages on your way to the lush hills of Seethawaka—about an hour and a half from the city
Upon arrival, you can explore the beauty of the Seethawaka Botanical Garden, a tranquil haven filled with rare wet-zone plants, colorful orchids, shady fern groves, and a serene lake surrounded by green hills
Peaceful walking trails and viewpoints offer stunning landscapes, while the sounds of birds and flowing water create a soothing natural atmosphere
You can enjoy a leisurely boat ride, capture breathtaking photos, or relax at the garden café before heading back
As you drive back to Colombo in the afternoon, you’ll feel refreshed and reconnected with nature after a day spent amidst the quiet greenery and cool mountain air of Seethawaka
Package details
Free cancellation (24 hours notice)
24-hour confirmation
- Bottled water
- Air-condition Car or Van
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- 7:30 AM – Depart from Colombo
- Begin your journey early to avoid city traffic and enjoy the cool morning air.
- Drive along the Colombo–Avissawella route, passing paddy fields, rubber plantations, and peaceful countryside views.
- Optional stop for a quick cup of Ceylon tea or fresh king coconut along the way.
- 9:00 AM – Arrive at Seethawaka Botanical Garden
- Enter the beautifully landscaped garden nestled in the Seethawaka valley.
- 9:15 AM – Guided or Self-Guided Garden Walk
- Start exploring the themed sections:
- -Orchid Garden
- -Fernery & Bamboo Grove
- -Medicinal and Endemic Plant Areas
- Stroll along shaded trails and enjoy the sound of birds and flowing streams.
- 11:00 AM – Visit the Lake & Viewpoint
- Walk or take a golf cart to the central lake, a perfect spot for relaxation and photography.
- Optional: enjoy a short boat ride on the calm waters.
- Continue to the hilltop viewpoint for panoramic views of the garden and surrounding hills.
- 12:30 PM – Lunch or Refreshment Break
- Enjoy lunch at the garden café or bring a picnic to enjoy by the lake.
- 1:30 PM – Leisure Time & Photography
- Spend a bit more time exploring lesser-visited paths or simply sit under the trees and watch the birds.
- Capture some final photos of the landscapes, flowers, and lake reflections.
- 2:30 PM – Depart from Seethawaka
- Begin your return journey to Colombo, enjoying the scenic countryside drive once more.
- Optional: stop at a local tea plantation or Bopath Ella Waterfall near Avissawella if time permits.
- 4:30–5:00 PM – Arrive Back in Colombo
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Infants must sit on laps
- Most travelers can participate
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Expect confirmation within minutes. If you don't receive it, please contact our customer support for assistance.
- A complete refund is guaranteed if you cancel your reservation a minimum of 24 hours before the scheduled start of the activity
- Use your voucher at the selected date and time
- Present your mobile voucher
- The operator will reconfirm your pick-up time in advance.
- Be at the hotel lobby or specified pick up point 10 minutes before your chosen pick-up time.
- Provide your hotel name and address during checkout.
- Please be patient in cases of unforeseen delays due to peak traffic time on certain routes.
- No refunds will be issued for no-shows.