This safari takes you on a safari to the wildlife reserve surrounding the largest reservoir in Sri Lanka. Get to see the cycle of life that forms dependent on water bodies in dry arid zones. See elephant herds during your safari, anytime of the year. Learn more about the history and legends that surround the area.
Highlights
3 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
3 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Experienced Driver (Also your tracker).
Free Pickup/Drop off from/to any location within the radius of 5 KM from the Park Gate.
Water Bottle for one person
Private Safari Jeep (Maximum of 6 Passengers per jeep).
Entrance fees for Jeep-only bookings (entrance fees to be paid in cash)
Hotel Pickup/Drop off from/to any location outside the radius of 5 KM from the Park Gate.
Food and drinks.
Gratuities.
Meeting Points
Departure
Gal Oya Valley National Park
Park Gate of Gal Oya National Park
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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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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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 safari takes you on a safari to the wildlife reserve surrounding the largest reservoir in Sri Lanka. Get to see the cycle of life that forms dependent on water bodies in dry arid zones. See elephant herds during your safari, anytime of the year. Learn more about the history and legends that surround the area.
Highlights
3 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
3 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Experienced Driver (Also your tracker).
Free Pickup/Drop off from/to any location within the radius of 5 KM from the Park Gate.
Water Bottle for one person
Private Safari Jeep (Maximum of 6 Passengers per jeep).
Entrance fees for Jeep-only bookings (entrance fees to be paid in cash)
Hotel Pickup/Drop off from/to any location outside the radius of 5 KM from the Park Gate.
Food and drinks.
Gratuities.
Meeting Points
Departure
Gal Oya Valley National Park
Park Gate of Gal Oya National Park
Return
Itinerary
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Gal Oya National Park - The Crossing
Your safari will take you through the wilderness in the main catchment area of Senanayake Samudra, the largest reservoir in Sri Lanka. You will be traveling in a multi-terrain (4WD) game vehicle. Among the wildlife in the park, are 32 species of mammals and over 150 species of birds. Some of these prefer to stay on the many islets on the reservoir. The park is also home to many herbs and medicinal plants.
This Sri Lankan National Park is Famous for Elephants. The herds of Gal Oya have good feeding and water throughout the year and do not migrate in search of better food and water during the dry season, unlike the elephants in the other parks. Hence they can be seen throughout the year. However, between the months of March and July, the wondrous spectacle of elephants swimming from islet to islet can be seen.
