Visit baby turtles at Bentota Turtle Hatchery
Bentota, Sri Lanka • INR 880 - INR 1760 approx.• 
Must Do
Must DoBentota, Sri Lanka
• INR 880 - INR 1760Must Do
Best months to visit
Jan, Feb, Dec
23°C – 30°C, january in bentota features warm temperatures with minimal rainfall, making it an ideal time for outdoor activities, high crowds, peak season
23°C – 30°C, january in bentota features warm temperatures with minimal rainfall, making it an ideal time for outdoor activities, high crowds, peak season
Walking required
Yes
Not wheelchair accessible; walking required.
Not wheelchair accessible; walking required.
Value for money
Medium
Mixed reviews on price, but conservation efforts were appreciated.
Mixed reviews on price, but conservation efforts were appreciated.
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Reviews from other travelers
Summarised by AI
Educational Visit
Couples found the hatchery a heartwarming experience, learning about conservation together.
Baby Turtles
Witnessing the baby turtles was magical. Couples loved the hands-on learning opportunity.
Conservation Efforts
Couples appreciated learning about the efforts to protect endangered sea turtles at Bentota.
Ethical Concerns
Some couples felt the focus was more on tourism than genuine conservation efforts.
Overpriced Fees
Couples noted that the entrance fee felt a bit high for what was offered.
Limited Interaction
Some couples wished for more interaction with the turtles, feeling rushed at times.
Hours of operation
Monday
08:30 AM - 05:30 PM
Tuesday
08:30 AM - 05:30 PM
Wednesday
08:30 AM - 05:30 PM
Thursday
08:30 AM - 05:30 PM
Friday
08:30 AM - 05:30 PM
Saturday
08:30 AM - 05:30 PM
Sunday
08:30 AM - 05:30 PM
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When to visit
We've analysed user reviews and geographical data, and identified the best and worst months to visit.
Month
Crowd Level
Weather
Availability
Our recommendation
February
HIGH
24-31°C
February continues the warm and dry trend, providing excellent conditions for visiting Bentota.
February continues the warm and dry trend, providing excellent conditions for visiting Bentota.
Open
No specific restrictions, but early booking is recommended due to high demand.
No specific restrictions, but early booking is recommended due to high demand.
Recommended
February's pleasant weather attracts many visitors, resulting in higher prices and crowd levels. Planning ahead is recommended.
February's pleasant weather attracts many visitors, resulting in higher prices and crowd levels. Planning ahead is recommended.
March
MEDIUM
24-31°C
March experiences slightly warmer temperatures with a moderate chance of rain, but remains suitable for outdoor activities.
March experiences slightly warmer temperatures with a moderate chance of rain, but remains suitable for outdoor activities.
Open
No specific restrictions; more accommodation options may be available.
No specific restrictions; more accommodation options may be available.
Recommended
March offers a balance between favorable weather and reduced crowd levels, making it a good time to visit.
March offers a balance between favorable weather and reduced crowd levels, making it a good time to visit.
April
MEDIUM
25-31°C
April is warm and humid with a higher chance of rain, but still offers opportunities for outdoor activities.
April is warm and humid with a higher chance of rain, but still offers opportunities for outdoor activities.
Open
No specific restrictions; increased availability in accommodations.
No specific restrictions; increased availability in accommodations.
Recommended
April's warmer temperatures and higher humidity are accompanied by moderate crowd levels, providing a comfortable visiting experience.
April's warmer temperatures and higher humidity are accompanied by moderate crowd levels, providing a comfortable visiting experience.
May
MEDIUM
26-34°C
Warm temperatures with moderate rainfall.
Warm temperatures with moderate rainfall.
Open
Some activities may be limited due to weather conditions.
Some activities may be limited due to weather conditions.
Recommended
May marks the beginning of the off-peak season with moderate tourist activity. The weather is warm with increased chances of rainfall. Visiting the hatchery is still possible, but some activities may be limited due to weather conditions.
May marks the beginning of the off-peak season with moderate tourist activity. The weather is warm with increased chances of rainfall. Visiting the hatchery is still possible, but some activities may be limited due to weather conditions.
How to get there
Shuttle
Recommended
Shuttle services are available through organized tours, often including hotel pick-up and drop-off.
Taxi
Recommended
Taxis are available for direct travel from Colombo, taking approximately 2 to 2.5 hours via the Southern Expressway (E01) and A2 highway (Galle Road).
Train
Recommended
Trains run from Colombo to Aluthgama or Bentota stations. From Aluthgama, a taxi or tuk-tuk is needed. The express train journey from Colombo takes about 1.5 to 2 hours.
Bus
Public buses operate frequently along the A2 highway from Colombo, stopping in Bentota. Travelers should take a bus towards Galle or Matara and then take a tuk-tuk to the hatchery.
Car
Private cars offer direct travel via the Southern Expressway (E01) and A2 highway (Galle Road).
Walking
Walking is feasible for those staying nearby, as the hatchery is about a 10 to 15-minute tuk-tuk ride south from Bentota.
Additional info
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Mobility
Wheelchair Accessible
Walking Required
Stairs Present
Seating Available
Flat Terrain
Hiking Required
Elevator Available
Mobility Scooter Friendly
Ramps Available
Pregnancy
Suitable for pregnancy
Allowed during pregnancy
Pets
Pets not allowed
Driving
Driving License Required
Idp Required
Age
Ages 1-99
