Sea Turtle Farm in Mahamodara – A Heartwarming Wildlife Experience in Sri Lanka
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If you’re traveling along Sri Lanka’s beautiful southern coast, a visit to the Sea Turtle Farm in Mahamodara is a meaningful and unforgettable experience. Located near Galle, this conservation project offers travelers a chance to learn about endangered sea turtles while supporting local wildlife protection efforts.
Whether you’re traveling with family, as a couple, or on a private tour, this is a short but powerful stop that adds purpose to your journey.
Where is Mahamodara Turtle Hatchery Located?
The Sea Turtle Farm is located in Mahamodara, just 5–10 minutes from Galle Fort, along the Colombo–Matara coastal road.
It’s an easy stop when traveling between:
Bentota → Galle
Hikkaduwa → Unawatuna
Colombo → Mirissa
Airport transfer to South Coast
With a private driver, you can conveniently include it in your coastal itinerary.
About the Sea Turtle Farm in Mahamodara
The hatchery was established to protect endangered sea turtle species that nest along Sri Lanka’s southern beaches. Due to natural predators and human activities, many turtle eggs do not survive in the wild.
The hatchery works by:
Collecting vulnerable eggs
Safely incubating them
Releasing baby turtles into the ocean
Caring for injured or disabled turtles
It is both an educational and emotional experience, especially when you see baby turtles preparing for their journey into the sea.
Turtle Species You May See
Sri Lanka is home to 5 of the 7 sea turtle species in the world. At Mahamodara, you may encounter:
Green Turtle
Olive Ridley Turtle
Hawksbill Turtle
Loggerhead Turtle
Leatherback Turtle (occasionally)
Each species has unique features, and the staff will explain their differences and conservation challenges.
Ticket Information
According to the hatchery’s official information:
Ticket Prices:
Locals – LKR 1000 per person
Children under 8 years (Locals) – LKR 500
Foreign Guests – LKR 2000 per person
Children under 8 years (Foreign Guests) – LKR 1000
Kindly note: The hatchery accepts cash only.
Ticket contributions directly support turtle conservation and rehabilitation programs.
Best Time to Visit
Open daily: Usually from morning until evening
Best time: Late afternoon (combine with sunset at Galle beach)
Turtle releases: Sometimes organized in the evening (subject to availability)
Your private driver can check timing in advance and plan accordingly.
Why Visit the Sea Turtle Farm?
✔️ Support local conservation ✔️ Educational experience for children ✔️ See baby turtles up close ✔️ Learn about Sri Lanka’s marine biodiversity ✔️ Short but meaningful stop during your tour
This is not a commercial zoo it is a small, locally managed conservation effort that depends on visitor contributions.
Visit Mahamodara Turtle Hatchery with a Private Driver
At Prywatny kierowca na Sri Lance, we can include the Sea Turtle Farm as part of your:
Wiedzący i bezpieczny kierowca, ogólnie świetne doświadczenie Przyjechaliśmy na Sri Lankę jako para na łącznie 10 dni, odwiedzając Kolombo, Sigiriya/Dambulla, Kandy i Hikkaduwa jako główne lokalizacje. Mieliśmy bardzo pozytywne doświadczenia z naszym kierowcą Harshą! Jest bardzo płynnym i spokojnym kierowcą, co jest dla nas bardzo imponujące, biorąc pod uwagę ruch uliczny na Sri Lance. Zawsze czuliśmy się bezpiecznie z nim na siedzeniu kierowcy. Ma bardzo dobre rekomendacje i jest bardzo kompetentny we wszystkim, co dotyczy Sri Lanki! Zawsze miał bardzo przyjazne nastawienie i zawsze chciał nam pomóc, jak tylko mógł. Jeszcze raz dziękujemy Harsha za wszystko! Zdecydowanie polecamy jego i Private Driver Sri Lanka.
Georgiță A
12/08/2025
Ananda Driver would highly recommend Ananda made the first half of our trip incredibly smooth and stress-free. He was ready and waiting for us at the airport, and then drove us from Colombo to Sigiriya and on to Kandy, where we caught our train to Ella.Not only did he take us to every place we wanted to see, he also made the entire process so easy, from finding entrances and exits to helping us figure out where and how to get our tickets. His guidance saved us so much time and made the experience much more enjoyable.We’re really grateful for his help and would highly recommend Ananda to anyone looking for a reliable, friendly, and knowledgeable driver in Sri Lanka!
Megan Greenfield
12/02/2025
Amazing tour experience with Sri Lanka Private driver! We had a great tour experience with Sri Lanka Private driver services. Special thanks to our friend Murshid! We had a great time across Sri Lanka. Murshid helped us in many ways that made this experience enjoyable. Our trip covered Colombo, Dambula, Kandy, Yala, Nuwara Eliya, Ella, Galle and Bentota. Every place we visited was worth the drive and we enjoyed every interaction with Murshid(He takes great pictures by the way🤯). It was also helpful having him interact with the local community for us, this helped us get the best prices possible and to know more about the community. Overall, from the start of the journey all the way till the drop off at the airport; we can never forget this tour experience in Sri Lanka. Kudos to Murshid and his team for organising the vehicle (in top notch condition) and providing the best possible drive across the country. No compromises in quality as this journey wouldn’t have been more enjoyable without Murshid.💯
Nithin B
9/12/2025
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED - EXCEPTIONAL SERVICE Highly Recommended – Exceptional Service!We recently visited Sri Lanka (19th–26th August 2025) and our entire trip was made truly memorable thanks to Mr. Rathsara. From the very beginning, he ensured that our journey was smooth, budget-friendly, and extremely comfortable. He was always in time. He drove us through the entire West and Southern Sri Lanka covering Colombo, Sigiriya, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Mirissa and Galle and was not just our driver but also our trusted guide and companion throughout.What impressed us the most was his willingness to go the extra mile – helping us with ticket bookings, suggesting activities, and guiding us at every step. His communication skills are excellent, so we never faced any difficulty in interacting with him. He is very polite, professional and highly accommodating, making sure all our needs were met without any hassle.If you are planning to visit Sri Lanka, I would strongly recommend contacting and booking Mr. Rathsara. He is a must-contact person for a smooth, enjoyable and well-planned trip. Truly grateful for his wonderful service – our Sri Lanka journey wouldn’t have been the same without him!
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