Pottuvil Lagoon Tour with Temple Visit

• Hotel Pickup and Drop-off
• Full Transport
• Entry Tickets
• Live Tour Guide
• Tour Gears

• Visit the sacred Mohudu Maha Viharaya temple
• Cruise serene mangroves on a Pottuvil lagoon safari
• Spot elephants, crocs, and rare birds on a lagoon safari Pottuvil
• Guided by locals with cultural insight
• Ideal for explorers of nature & heritage

Take your adventure to the next level with our Pottuvil Lagoon Safari paired with a visit to one of the region’s most spiritual sites — the ancient Mohudu Maha Viharaya temple. This unique Pottuvil Lagoon eco tour experience beautifully blends cultural depth with untamed nature, making it one of the most unforgettable things to do in Arugam Bay.

Start your journey at the historic Mohudu Maha Viharaya, nestled along the Pottuvil coast. Revered by locals and rich in stories dating back over 2000 years, this temple is a peaceful and spiritual site that offers deep cultural insight. Your local guide will share legends, history, and sacred traditions still alive today, giving you a rare opportunity to connect with the cultural heart of the East.

After soaking in the heritage, you’ll embark on a serene lagoon safari Pottuvil is famous for. Drift through winding mangrove channels, where nature unfolds in its purest form. From massive water monitors to elegant kingfishers, every corner of this Pottuvil lagoon eco tour reveals something magical. If you’re lucky, you may even spot a majestic elephant crossing the waters or crocodiles sunbathing on the banks — a highlight of any arugam bay lagoon safari.

This Pottuvil lagoon mangrove tour is also perfect for birdwatchers and nature lovers. On this mangrove watching tour in Pottuvil lagoon, you’ll encounter a vibrant array of birdlife: from colorful bee-eaters to soaring sea eagles. The calm waters and thriving ecosystems make this one of the most relaxing and immersive Arugam Bay attractions.

Whether you’re a cultural explorer, wildlife enthusiast, or someone simply curious about Arugam Bay what to do, this combination of temple visit and nature cruise offers something truly unique. The tour is family-friendly, expertly guided, and filled with authentic Sri Lankan charm — a must for your list of Arugam Bay visiting places.

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What to bring

• Hat
• Sunscreen

Not Allowed

• Alcohol & Drugs
• Sharp Objects
• Large bags and luggages

Know before you go

• The TukTuk will come to your hostel/your pickup point 10 minutes before.