Gal Oya National Park



Gal Oya is the most untouched of all of Sri Lanka’s national parks and is the only one where you can take a boat safari. Take to the water on Watawanna Lake to see elephants swimming, crocodiles hunting and birdlife up close.
Sri Lanka undiscovered
An essential guide to seeing Sri Lanka's non-touristy side
From ancient ruins to a vibrant and welcoming contemporary culture; from lazy afternoons on glorious beaches, to hikes through the rolling hills of tea country and wild elephant spotting in untouched national parks; Sri Lanka is a destination that truly has it all. Despite having its hard-won stability rocked by occasional political disputes, Sri Lanka's tourism infrastructure is developing in leaps and bounds. Hospitality is warm and abundant, transport is convenient, and accommodation – particularly in the independent boutique sector – is world-class...read more
Gal Oya National Park Tours

Off the Beaten Track Sri Lanka Tour
17 day tour exploring the Sri Lankan outskirts
daysFrom $3,275Kandy, Gal Oya National Park, Anuradhapura, Ella | |
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Custom itinerary, Private guided tour |
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Safari, Luxury, Honeymoon, Family, Adventure, Water Sports, Kayaking, Active, Walking, Cycling, Culinary, Food |

Sri Lanka Wildlife Wonders
21 day tour exploring the national parks of Sri lanka
21 daysFrom £3,800Tangalle, Yala National Park, Galle, Gal Oya National Park, Horton Plains National Park, Bundala National Park | |
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Custom itinerary, Private guided tour |
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Safari, Luxury, Beach, Nature & Wildlife, Photography, Birdwatching, National Parks, Culture, Spiritual, Cities, Indigenous Tourism, Culinary, Food |

Family Summer Holiday Sri Lanka Tour
14 day family friendly summer holiday tour in Sri Lanka
14 daysFrom £2,900Tangalle, Kandy, Gal Oya National Park, Arugam Bay | |
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Custom itinerary, Private guided tour |
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Safari, Beach, Family, Adventure, Water Sports, Active, Nature & Wildlife, Photography, Birdwatching, National Parks, Culture, Spiritual, Indigenous Tourism |

Birds of Sri Lanka
Natural wildlife and birdwatching in Sri Lanka
17 daysFrom £4,000Tangalle, Yala National Park, Colombo, Knuckles Mountain Range, Gal Oya National Park, Paramakanda Rock temple | |
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Custom itinerary, Private guided tour |
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Luxury, Beach, Family, Adventure, Hiking & Trekking, Active, Walking, Cycling, Nature & Wildlife, Photography, Birdwatching, National Parks, Culture, Cities, History, Culinary, Food |

Sri Lanka Uncovered
2-weeks Sri Lanka off the Beaten Path Itinerary
15 daysFrom £2,348Polonnaruwa, Colombo, Knuckles Mountain Range, Gal Oya National Park, Jaffna, Anuradhapura, Negombo, Kalpitiya | |
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Custom itinerary, Private guided tour |
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Safari, Beach, Family, Adventure, Active, Nature & Wildlife, National Parks, Culture, Archaeology, Cities, Museums & Galleries, History, Culinary, Food |
Gal Oya National Park Travel Companies


Yonder
Tailor-made luxury holidays to Asia
South Asia, Southeast Asia | |
Custom itinerary, Private guided tour | |
Safari, Luxury, Beach, Family, Nature & Wildlife, National Parks, Culture, Spiritual |


Experience Travel Group
Immersive Holidays That Give Back
Middle East, South Asia, Southeast Asia | |
Custom itinerary, Private guided tour | |
Safari, Luxury, Honeymoon, Beach, Family, Adventure, Hiking & Trekking, Active, Walking, Nature & Wildlife, Photography, Birdwatching, National Parks, Culture, Cities, Museums & Galleries, History, Culinary |


Bespoke India Travel
Making India incredible!
South Asia | |
Custom itinerary, Private guided tour | |
Safari, Luxury, Honeymoon, Beach, Family, Adventure, Hiking & Trekking, Water Sports, Active, Walking, Nature & Wildlife, Photography, Birdwatching, National Parks, Culture, Archaeology, Spiritual, Festivals, Cities, Museums & Galleries, Indigenous Tourism, History, Culinary, Food, Wine |
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