Boat & Lagoon
Lagoon Safari (East Coast)
A quiet boat trip through mangroves to see birds, monitor lizards and crocodiles.
- Where
- Pottuvil lagoon, near Arugam Bay
- Duration
- 2 – 3 hours
- Season
- Best in the east-coast season, roughly May – October
At a glance
- Activity level
- Easy
- Good for
- Families, Couples, Mature travellers
- Price
- On request
Traditional boats glide through the Pottuvil lagoon and mangrove channels near Arugam Bay, with many water birds and a good chance of crocodiles.
Typical schedule
Early morning or late afternoon.
Meeting & pickup
At the lagoon jetty.
Usually included
- Boat and boatman
What to bring
- Binoculars
- Insect repellent
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