- The largest body of water: Gal Oya National Park is home to the largest body of water in the country, the Senanayake Samudraya.
- Boat safari: It is the only national park in Sri Lanka where a safari by boat is possible. This allows visitors to see the park from a different perspective and to get up close to the wildlife.
- Memorable sights: There are few sights in life more memorable than watching the Asian elephant swim from island to island.
- Biodiversity: The park is also home to a wide variety of animals, including elephants, leopards, sloth bears, water buffalo, and deer. In addition, the park has rich birdlife, with over 150 species of birds recorded.