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Grand Magellan Ceylon Tours
Where elephants swim between islands on Sri Lanka's most unique boat safari
Gal Oya National Park is unique among Sri Lanka's wildlife reserves because a significant portion of the safari is done by boat on the Senanayake Samudra reservoir. This provides the extraordinary opportunity to see wild elephants swimming between islands. The park is deeply forested and remains one of the most untouched and pristine wilderness areas in the country.
May to September (dry season, when animals concentrate near water). The boat safaris operate on the Senanayake Samudra reservoir. February to April also productive.
1-2 days
Sri Lanka's only national park with comprehensive boat-based safaris on the vast Senanayake Samudra — the island's largest reservoir.
Wild elephants routinely swim between the numerous islands in the reservoir — a completely unique and unforgettable wildlife spectacle.
Gal Oya is one of the least visited and most pristine national parks in Sri Lanka — true wilderness with very few tourist vehicles.
Our local travel experts can design a fully custom tailor-made itinerary featuring Gal Oya National Park to match your pace, interests, and style.
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A bustling crossroads city dominated by massive rock outcrops.
A vibrant agricultural town famous for its spice gardens.
The eastern terminus of the famous hill country railway.
A major tea-growing town with a superb spring-like climate.
A spectacular ridge town overlooking the southern plains.
A rugged, misty mountain range perfect for serious trekkers.
A Ramsar wetland vital for migratory waterbirds.
The park borders the territory of the Vedda (Wanniyala-Aetto) indigenous people, and some cultural visits can be arranged.