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Experience the unique sight of swimming elephants and engage with the indigenous communities from the comfort of your safari Jeep. The Gal Oya National Park safari stands out as one of the premier safari experiences in Sri Lanka.
Witness the extraordinary spectacle of elephants using their trunks as snorkels as they traverse to the island, and interact with the indigenous Veda tribe residing within the park. Additionally, the park showcases a remarkable array of wildlife, including leopards, sloth bears, various bird species, and breathtaking natural landscapes.
The safari lasts for four hours as it traverses the park. Upon completion of the safari, there is an opportunity to encounter the indigenous Veddas tribe and enjoy a delectable local lunch in their village.
Following this, you will have the chance to participate in a traditional Veddas dance alongside them. Subsequently, we will return to the hotel in Pasikuda or Kalkuda.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
We meet and greet at your hotel with the signboard.
Itinerary
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1Gal Oya National Park - The Crossing
Gal Oya National Park, Sri Lanka, was established in 1954. It is the main catchment area of Senanayake Samudraya's largest reservoir in Sri Lanka. Senanayake Samudraya is a result of the Gal Oya project, which saw the damming of the Gal Oya at Inginiyagala (in 1950). The Gal Oya National Park's elephant herd is a key feature. It can be viewed throughout the year. The forest's notable flora includes three important herbs of Ayurveda medicine triphala: Terminalia chebula (Telegraphia bellirica), and Emblicaofficinalis. The Gal Oya Development Board managed the park from 1954 to 1965 until it was taken over by the Department of Wildlife Conservation. It is located 314 km (195 miles) from Colombo. You should spend time with the Asian elephant on this Sri Lanka safari. Imagine that you are enjoying the beautiful wildlife of Sri Lanka and then suddenly, an elephant emerges from a clearing. We should spend about 04hrs for Transportation Passikudha to Galoya & Back to Passikudha
4 hours • Admission ticket not included
Additional info
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Traveller should spend about 04hrs for Transportation Passikudha to Galoya & Back to Passikudha
- We should spend about 08hrs Transport time for Passikudha to Kandy & Comeback to Passikudha
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- 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.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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