This tour allows you to freshwater fish in the Parakrama Samudra, also known as the Sea of Parakrama. Join a local fisherman on his boat in this adventure. Enjoy the magnificent views from the lake. Challenge yourself with the traditional fishing pole used by the locals. Relax with a drink in hand and get great catches.
Highlights
2 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
2 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Local fisherman's assistance along with traditional equipment provided
Includes tea, coffee or beer
Hotel pickup and drop.
Food
Gratuities (Optional).
Meeting Points
Departure
Polonnaruwa
pier at the banks of the Sea of Parakrama
Return
Important Information
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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Not recommended for pregnant travelers
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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This tour allows you to freshwater fish in the Parakrama Samudra, also known as the Sea of Parakrama. Join a local fisherman on his boat in this adventure. Enjoy the magnificent views from the lake. Challenge yourself with the traditional fishing pole used by the locals. Relax with a drink in hand and get great catches.
Highlights
2 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
2 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Local fisherman's assistance along with traditional equipment provided
You will be starting your tour at 8:00 am from the pier at the banks of the Sea of Parakrama. You will be provided with the traditional bamboo rods and a local fisherman will accompany you to guide you to the best spots and provide assistance if required. You will be taking a canoe out onto the water. The Parakrama Samudra was a 12th century creation of King Parakramabahu I. The monarch was a great engineer and had quite a few architecturally advanced monuments created in his time. While creating the reservoir, the king is said to have declared that he would not allow 'even a single drop of rainwater to escape to the sea without it having been of use to mankind'. The Sea of Parakrama is form...
