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Gal Oya Lodge

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Gal Oya Lodge is a forest eco lodge in Sri Lanka, good for nature lovers. See its verified sustainability rating and review to help you decide where to stay in Sri Lanka.

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3/5 Yellow
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Records scored in eco stays322
Category average3.3/5
Scores below this one28%
3/5 Yellow
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Ampara
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About Gal Oya Lodge

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Features 2 of 12
What to do generally Guests visiting Gal Oya Lodge will be in a lush, wilderness-lake environment, perfect for off-beaten-path wildlife and nature discovery in Gal Oya, Sri Lanka
Food Details Gal Oya Lodge prepares fresh meals using local spices and vegetables sourced from the surrounding community. Gal Oya Lodge provides an intimate dining environment deep within the Sri Lankan wilderness. Gal Oya Lodge focuses on authentic, sustainable, and healthful dining.
Materials and composition 1 of 4
Materials Focus Traditional thatch; Local stone or timber galoyalodge.com
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Eco Score 3
Eco Score Label Yellow
Ownership and legal entity 2 of 16
Owner Name Private Ownership
Ownership Type Independent
Identity 2 of 4
Brand Name Gal Oya Lodge
Closest Airport name Batticaloa Airport (BTC)
Energy, water and land 4 of 10
Energy Type Solar/Grid
Energy
Conservation Type
Conservation Preservation
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Place and access 3 of 3
County/State/Region Eastern Province
Continent/Region Asia
Google Place ID ChIJj96yIPjm5DoRmd0F8UItzzQ
Price and commerce 1 of 2
Price Range ££
Further detail 23 of 54
Sustainability Link galoyalodge.com galoyalodge.com
Booking Link expedia.com expedia.com
Booking Site Expedia
Street Bibile Road
City Ampara
Closest Airport KM 80
Stars 4-star
Type Eco Lodge
Environment Type Savanna
Rooms 10
Room Types 9 Spacious Eco-Chalets, 1 Two-Bedroom Family Villa Complex
People Targeting Wildlife & Indigenous Culture Enthusiasts
Secluded / Isolated High Seclusion
Eco Amenities Gal Oya Lodge sustainability features include forest conservation
Activities to do While at Gal Oya Lodge, you can go lake-safaris, boat trips, nature walking and wildlife observation. Gal Oya Lodge offers an on-site swimming pool and on-site guided safari/nature tours.
Food Options Gal Oya Lodge has an in-house restaurant.
Food Type Gal Oya Lodge serves a Sri Lankan traditional menu.
Google rating 4.6
Google review count 300
Last checked 2026-09-08
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Filed under 16 terms held
Mid-range Independent Adventure Seekers Eco-Conscious Nature Lovers Sri Lanka Forest Solar Powered Sustainable Property Water Conservation Wildlife Asia Eco Lodge Sustainable New Year Off Grid Eco Stays Eco Hotels

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