Cinnamon Island is one of the most popular attractions visited during a Madu River Boat Safari in Balapitiya, Sri Lanka. This small island is famous for its traditional cinnamon cultivation, where visitors can learn how authentic Ceylon cinnamon is grown, harvested, peeled, dried, and prepared using methods passed down through generations. The Madu River Boat Safari Ticket costs 20−25 USD for foreigners and 10−15 USD for children. Locals pay ~500-1000 LKR.
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What is Cinnamon Island?
Cinnamon Island is home to local families who have been producing cinnamon for many years. During your visit, you can watch demonstrations showing the complete cinnamon-making process, from cutting cinnamon branches to peeling the bark and preparing cinnamon sticks for export.
Sri Lanka is known worldwide for producing high-quality Ceylon Cinnamon, often referred to as “True Cinnamon,” and Cinnamon Island provides an excellent opportunity to see this traditional industry firsthand.
What Can You See at Cinnamon Island?
Cinnamon Cultivation
Learn how cinnamon trees are planted, maintained, and harvested by local farmers.
Cinnamon Processing Demonstration
Watch skilled workers carefully peel the bark and transform it into the cinnamon sticks sold around the world.
Cinnamon Products
Visitors can view and purchase a variety of cinnamon-based products, including:
- Pure Ceylon Cinnamon
- Cinnamon Powder
- Cinnamon Tea
- Cinnamon Oil
- Herbal Products
- Natural Spices
Traditional Village Life
Experience the peaceful lifestyle of the island’s residents and learn about their connection to cinnamon farming.
Madu River Boat Safari Booking Price, Entrance Fee & Packages
Day Tour Price to Galle & Madu River
- Day Tour & Transport Cost for Galle & Madu River:
From Colombo Start from 20 USD PP (Pax 1 to 8)
From Galle Start from 10 USD PP (Pax 1 to 8)
Private tour in an A/C car or van with an English speaking chauffeur-guide - Included – Entrance Tickets, Refreshment, Transport
- Entrance ticket fee for Madu River Boat Safari – US$ 25 / EUR 24 / GBP 22) per foreign adult and US$ 10 / EUR 11 / GBP 9 ticket price per foreign child of age 05 – 12 years are applicable.