Gal Oya National Park is famous and renowoned as one of the amazing parks in Sri Lanka. it is the perfect and ideal for nature lovers as you have the opportunity to spot them with your naked eyes and get close to the exotic animals as well as birds in this remarkable wildlife paradise.
The fascinating and unique experience in the Gal Oya Park is the boat safari in the Gal Oya reservoir.
The Gal Oya National Park which is established in 1954 serves as a main catchment area for the SenanayakeSamudraya known as the largest reservoir in Sri Lanka. The spectacular list of flora and fauna adorn the beauty of the park. Further, the large herds of elephants can be spotted throughout the year. The most fascinating and magnificent sight is that the elephant swimming across the reservoir.
Along with other mammal species found in the sanctuary, the Axis deer, Water buffalo, Toque monkeys, the regal and most especially iconic Sri Lankan leopard.
The Gal Oya Park is also known as Bird’s Island, as the Park is remarkably blessed with colourful and vibrant bird species such as the Red-face Malkoha which is an endemics and other water birds such as the Grey Heron and Indian Cormorant. This sight has made a compulsory spot to be visited by nature lovers and birding enthusiasts.
The water holes and water ponds add more beauty and glamour to the Park and it attracts visitors to have a unique experience of its inner-workings.
Further, the safari will lead you through a number of spots and locations that are unique for photography.
An opportunity to interact with the indigenous and tribal community of the country; AadiVassi or the Veddas
Gal Oya safari offers a stunned opportunity to experience adventure by providing a chance to witness wild life in Sri Lanka and Natural beauty with your naked eyes and fresh look at one of the most enigmatic and fascinating national wildlife parks in Sri Lanka.
