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Description
Gal Oya National Park in Sri Lanka was established in 1954 and serves as the main catchment area for Senanayake Samudraya, the largest reservoir in Sri Lanka. An important feature of the Gal Oya National Park is its elephant herd that can be seen throughout the year. Three important herbs of the Ayurveda medicine, Triphala: Terminalia chebula, Terminalia bellirica, and Emblica Officinalis are amongst the notable flora of the forest.
32 terrestrial mammals have been recorded in the park. The Sri Lankan elephant, Sri Lankan axis deer, muntjac, water buffalo, Sri Lankan sambar deer, Sri Lanka leopard, toque monkey, and wild boar are among them. Included amongst the reptile species of the park are the mugger crocodile and star tortoise. More than 150 species of birds have been recorded in Gal Oya.
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Gal Oya, Sri Lanka
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Open
Open hours today: 6:00 am - 6:30 pm
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Monday
6:00 am - 6:30 pm
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Tuesday
6:00 am - 6:30 pm
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Wednesday
6:00 am - 6:30 pm
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Thursday
6:00 am - 6:30 pm
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Friday
6:00 am - 6:30 pm
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Saturday
6:00 am - 6:30 pm
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Sunday
6:00 am - 6:30 pm
January 28, 2023 7:57 am local time
Contact Details
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Phone Number+94 632 242 002
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AddressGal Oya
Google Reviews
ISURA
09:38 08 Jul 21
Wonderful place to experience the wild life biodiversity in the dry zone. Characters of the dry zone forest will make... you to experience the dimensions of people lived in 1950's. Wild Elephants, wild pigs, rabbits, deers, many types of insects and venomous snakes can be seen usually from a single walk through. But, must travel with an experienced guide as illegal animal traps and guns can be seen which were set by hunters.Marvellous sunset, extremely warmed afternoon and humid dusk is an unbelievable experience. Please do not interfere or destroy the natural wild liferead more
Lahiru Gunaratna
16:34 21 Aug 20
Entrance was Rs 10 for locals and Rs 50 for foreigners (2021). Weekends usually get crowded. Water is warm in these... springs. Anyone can have a bath and changing rooms are there for men n women. No any other sites nearby. Be cautious on using Google maps if you are coming from Trinco cause the road directed by the Maps is incorrect. Better to ask from locals.read more
Muditha Suram Mendis
17:49 05 Jul 20
Great place. Staff is friendly and attend to all customer needs politely. Rooms are spacious and clean. Sufficient... measures have been taken to minimise spread of covid 19. Food is delicious. Pool is well maintained. Location is superb.read more
Sachintha Perera
03:35 04 Apr 20
Quiet now, not another jeep in sight. Saw elephants, monkeys, deer, birds etc. Also did a boat safari and were lucky... enough to see elephants, recommend an early boat as can get a bit hot later in the day. The crew of the boat can spot things that we would have missed. Recommended.Gal Oya National Park in Sri Lanka was established in 1954 and serves as the main catchment area for Senanayake Samudraya, the largest reservoir in Sri Lanka. Senanayake Samudraya was built under the Gal Oya development project by damming the Gal Oya at Inginiyagala in 1950. An important feature of the Gal Oya National Park is its elephant herd that can be seen throughout the year. Three important herbs of the Ayurveda medicine, triphala: Terminalia chebula, Terminalia bellirica and Emblica officinalis are amongst the notable flora of the forest. From 1954 to 1965 the park was administrated by the Gal Oya Development Board until the Department of Wildlife Conservation took over administration. The national park is situated 314 km (195 mi) from Colomboread more
Malinda Godakanda
03:55 14 Mar 20
Best schools in kandy. I studied there for 13 years. Never forget this place..
Amith Rangana
04:43 09 Feb 20
Loving place. If you want to watch elephants and more wild animals recommend this place
Chinthaka Bandara Wijerathne
14:04 18 Aug 19
Scenic beauty and not overly populated so can enjoy nature at its best
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