ForeverVacation is a boutique tour operator based in beautiful Bali, Indonesia. We focus on creating fun & unique experiences for your stay across South East Asia.
“I booked this tour as a solo traveler seeking connection—not just with a place, but with myself. The stillness of the mangrove river felt sacred. As we drifted between the overhanging trees, I found my breath slowing, my mind quieting. The stop at the Buddhist monastery offered a beautiful moment to reflect on impermanence and peace. But the part that stayed with me most was the turtle conservation visit. Watching hatchlings swim in silence, hearing stories of their rescue, and holding one gently in my hands made me cry. It was a moment of reconnection—with nature, with life, with purpose. Deepest thanks to my guide, Sanjeewa, for holding space and allowing the day to unfold with meaning.”
“After the hardest year of our lives, we needed something gentle. This tour was suggested as “relaxing,” but it ended up being so much more. The slow boat ride through mangroves felt like a quiet therapy session with nature. We didn’t say much. We just listened—to birds, to the breeze, to the water. Visiting the Buddhist temple brought a calm that we hadn’t felt in a long time. The turtles… oh, the turtles. Their resilience moved us to tears. Learning how many are injured by human carelessness, yet seeing them recover through love and care, gave us a sense of hope we didn’t know we needed. Our guide, Dilshan, understood without asking, and his quiet kindness made all the difference.”
“This tour was everything I had hoped for as a wildlife biology student. The biodiversity of the Madu Ganga estuary is stunning—my notebook was filled with bird sightings, plant types, and species behaviors by the end. But what surprised me most was how educational the turtle sanctuary was. It wasn’t just a tourist show—it was a working conservation site. I got to ask questions, see x-rays of injured turtles, and learn about their rehabilitation program. It inspired me deeply. Our guide, Upendra, was not just knowledgeable but clearly passionate, and that made all the difference. I’m returning home more motivated than ever to contribute to wildlife protection.”
“As an artist, I often travel in search of inspiration, and this tour gave me more than I expected. The reflections of trees in still water, the elegant curves of the mangrove roots, the sudden splash of a fish—all of it was visual poetry. But what truly moved me was the turtle sanctuary. There was something incredibly symbolic about these fragile yet enduring creatures. Watching a blind turtle navigate its tank with determination struck a chord. I sketched it right after and have plans to turn it into a full piece. Thank you, Tharindu, for narrating the stories with so much heart. You made the landscapes come alive in my mind and heart.”
“My daughter and I took this tour during our father-daughter getaway, and it became the most special day of our trip. She’s 12 and fascinated by animals. From the moment we entered the mangrove boat, she was wide-eyed with wonder. The cinnamon peeling fascinated her, and she laughed so hard at the fish spa. But the turtle sanctuary—that’s where I saw her heart fully open. She asked endless questions and even named a baby turtle “Hope.” Watching her engage, care, and learn made me incredibly proud. Our guide, Sajith, was so kind and encouraged her curiosity. I’ll never forget the look on her face when she said, “Dad, I want to help animals when I grow up.””
“We’ve traveled the world and seen countless places, but this quiet corner of Sri Lanka touched us in a different way. Retirement has allowed us to slow down, and this tour was like a mirror for that—slow, meaningful, and gentle. The mangroves were alive yet still, filled with whispers of nature. The Buddhist temple reminded us of simplicity and grace. But the turtle conservation center is what truly moved us. Seeing the volunteers care so much for these ancient beings filled us with admiration. Some turtles had been rescued multiple times. If that’s not resilience, what is? Thank you, Anura, for guiding us so gently and sharing stories that touched our souls.”
“I’ve been struggling with burnout for over a year. I came to Sri Lanka hoping to just “feel something again.” This tour was a lifeline. From the moment I sat on the boat, I could feel my tension start to dissolve. The silence between the mangrove roots felt like the kind of therapy you can’t pay for. The turtle sanctuary made me cry—seeing these fragile beings bounce back from trauma was so powerful. It gave me hope for myself. I even stayed behind a little longer just to watch them swim. I left the tour lighter, more centered. My guide, Dilan, didn’t try to entertain—he just let the place speak. And I’m grateful for that.”
