Hi! Sorry about the delay in answering. Muthurajawela visitors centre is the key institution that operates with many services including boat rides. Their contact details are below: Muthurajawela Visitor Center Indigaslanda Bopitiya Pamunugama Sri lanka T.phone : (+94) 0114030150 Through internet you can enter their website. The centre is open to the public daily from 7.00 a.m. to 6.00 p.m and it is managed by Muthurajawela and Negombo lagoon Development Foundation.Duration of the boat trip was around 1 1/2 hours to 2 as I could recall. First boat tour of the day is the best to see birds. Alternatively the evening trip when birds begin to return. However, a boat trip will give a good idea of this wetlands eco system and its serene beauty. Their website on top line gives the name of one Aruna for email. Contact and find out. Good luck and enjoy your trip!

A lot of beautifull birds and crocodilles

We just turned up! The taxi driver was uncertain how to get there but there were a few boats. Might be tricky in busy times! But I think it is a hidden treat!

boats hired from canal and they have a guide. I went 2 days ago and booked day before by phone (my driver did this for me). Book the 0830hrs trip as you will see more wildlife by going before it gets too hot even for the animals! I paid 1800 rupees as a lone traveller. I considered it good value for the price.

The way I did it was go to Negombo and from there ask one of the tuk-tuk drivers if they know. The first one I asked had a brochure, you have to call them in advance and book your tour. The marsh is about 30-40 minutes from Negombo. Make sure your driver knows where they are.