Gal Oya National Park Holidays

Head off the beaten track in a Jeep, deep into the forgotten forest in the Nigala section of the Gal Oya National Park. The guide will be on hand to explain the abundance of medicinal plants that flourish in this ecosystem. Although the wildlife that call this national park home can be quite shy and timid at times, you may be lucky enough to spot some of the most well known species on the island including herds of elephants, four different species of deer and many bird species.

Make sure to bring your patience on this excursion because the wildlife you may spot will be worth it.

• Duration: Half day
• Timings: 5.30am to 8.30am or 1.30pm to 4.30pm
• Operates year-round
• Private experience

Good to Know
We recommend wearing neutral coloured clothes and comfy shoes and bring mosquito repellant.

Join us as we board our boat safari across Gal Oya Lake. As Sri Lanka’s largest body of water, there’s no better place to set sail and soak up the national park’s tapestry of breathtaking vistas. The landscape here feels almost Jurassic, and as we venture from one remote corner to the next, we’ll hope to spot everything from crocodiles and elephants to an incredible array of wild birdlife. What makes this experience so special is just how unique it is. It’s a chance to witness wildlife in its most authentic setting, away from the crowds and surrounded by nothing but nature. Whether you join us in the morning or evening, you’re sure to leave feeling a little more at one with the wild. And who knows? You might even spot the elephants taking a dip!

• Duration: half day (4 hours) 
• Group experience 

Good to know 

The best time to do this excursion is between March - July. Guests are asked to wear a hat and light clothing, and if possible, to bring along a spare of binoculars.