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Location
Colombo
Tour Rating
Duration
3 Days 2 Nights
Location
Colombo
Duration
3 Days 2 Nights
Tour Ratings
3-Day tour to Vedda Village & Gal Oya National Park
Spending time in a rural village with indigenous Vedda people is a life time experience. You will experience their way of living, customs, rituals and learn old hunting techniques during this tour with a trekking to one of the most beautiful waterfalls where you can have a swim in a natural pool. You will also do safaris in Gal Oya National Park by Jeep and Boat. If you want to discover something unique and undiscovered, this will be an ideal tour for you.
- Itinerary
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Itinerary
1 Day
Colombo - Mahiyanganaya
06:30 You will be picked up from your hotel and driven to Mahiyanganaya 12:30 On arrival at Mahiyanganaya, you will check in to Adaviya Resort for lunch. 14:00 You will be taken to DAMBANA, the remote jungle village of indigenous people. The population of these indigenous 'Veddha' people now consists of only about 350 families, a number significantly reduced from a once thriving community. The 'Veddha' are so influenced by the imposing dominant culture that they risk losing their traditions and what has been their livelihood for centuries. Visitors to this fascinating village have the opportunity to meet and chat with the people who live there, learn about their traditions, and gain a unique insight into their way of life. 18:00 Arrive back to your hotel and spend couple of hours at leisure before enjoying your dinner. Spend overnight at Adaviya Resort
2 Day
Mahiyanganaya - Gal Oya
08:00 After breakfast, you will start your waterfall trekking. This will be a wonderful experience through the jungle. Be ready for a swim in a fresh water natural pool. 11:30 Arrive back to your hotel for lunch. After lunch, you will spend couple of hours at leisure before starting your safari at Gal Oya National Park. 14:00 Proceed with your first adventure Safari in the Gal Oya National Park by Jeep. The Park is rich in flora and fauna which is a sanctuary to 32 species of terrestrial mammals. The highest populations are common Langur, endemic Toque Macaque, Leopard, sloth bear, Elephant, Wild Boar, three species of deer and Water Buffalo. Our more intrepid guests can couple the drive with a safari on foot. Hike through the park with our expert naturalists and see wildlife up close while exploring hidden corners of the park. 18:30 Arrive back to your hotel and spend couple of hours at leisure before enjoying your dinner. Spend overnight at Adaviya Resort
3 Day
Gal Oya - Colombo
05:00 Wake up early and have your breakfast before starting the morning safari by Boat. 06:00 Leave with your guide to do an exciting safari in the National park by boat. Enjoy the only experience in Sri Lanka that allows you to spot wildlife from the water. It’s a unique way to immerse yourself in the animals’ habitats. With a little luck you could spot elephants swimming between islands or bathing at the lake’s edge. A 2-3-hour safari by boat, and a scenic 40-minute drive from the lodge to the lake is perfect to explore the national park and surrounding villages. 11:30 Arrive back to your Lodge and proceed back to your next destination. We will drop you at your next destination (Please refer the inclusions section)
Includes
- Hotel Pick up and drop off
- Accommodation in Adaviya Resort on FB basis
- Vedda Village visit with a local guide
- Waterfall Trekking experience
- Afternoon jeep safari in Gal Oya National Park
- Morning boat safari in Gal Oya National Park
- Refreshments and water bottles during the safaris
- Transfer to your next destination (Selected cities only - Kandy, Polonnaruwa, Pasikuda, Dambulla, Kataragama, Tissamaharama, Yala, Ella, Nuwara Eliya, Pasikuda, Arugam Bay, Hambantota)
- All government taxes
Excludes
- Expenses of personal nature
- Gratuities (recommended)
Conditions
- Child rate applies only when sharing with 1 paying adult
- Children 4 Years +11 months and younger are complimentary when accompanied by a paying adult.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
Cancellation Policy
Know before you go
- All Travellers to Sri Lanka should be fully vaccinated
- A Negative PCR test report taken within 72 hours prior to arrival is a mandatory requirement to enter to the country
- Face masks are required during the tours & sightseeing
- Mandatory temperature check-up will be conducted at the all locations
- Please keep distance to avoid Covid-19 transmission
- Please sanitize your hands soon after your sightseen & other visits
- Please be ready and waiting in your hotel lobby 15 minutes prior to your scheduled pick-up time.
- Roundtrip transportation is available from most hotels in Selected Cities. Please arrange pickup from your hotel or a nearby location when you call to confirm your reservation.
- Gratuity is not included and is left to individual discretion.
- Adult Price is applicable for all the participants.
- If you are pregnant, you should not take part.
- You should wear comfortable clothing.
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350.00
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