A guided cycling tour along Galle’s tropical countryside

Oceans of paddy fields fringed by coconut palms, local villages, tea estates, ancient temples and lush jungle all form part of a rich tropical countryside that lies less than a kilometre inland from the coast.

One of the best ways to explore these picturesque surroundings and to cover a decent amount of ground is to take a guided bicycle ride. The team have researched a number of routes of varying lengths and terrains, and have been designed to take you on quiet roads and back lanes so that the experience is safe and enjoyable.

The classic Paddy Trail, suitable for all ages, is a gentle 12km loop which passes through a bird sanctuary and fields of paddy. The Paddy and Lake Trail is an extended version for adventurous cyclists who wish to push themselves a bit more.

There will be various stops along the way depending on your route (a visit to the Yatagala Temple) as well as refreshing thambili (king coconut water) hydration breaks. The bikes are good quality lightweight mountain bikes and are available in different sizes to suit all guests.