Spotting wild elephants near Gal Oya
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Gal Oya is the ultimate hidden gem. It is the only national park in Sri Lanka where you do a boat safari instead of a jeep safari. You can watch wild elephants literally swimming between the islands in the massive reservoir to forage for grass. It is incredibly peaceful, with almost zero other tourists around.
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The surrounding area is also home to the indigenous Vedda community.
Also, tons of crocodiles and amazing birdlife there.
We did this and saw a mother and baby swimming. It was magical.
Bring binoculars! The lake is huge and they might be far away.
Yes, you hire the DWC boats at the reservoir edge. Go early morning or late afternoon.
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