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Discover Sri Lanka with Nature Odyssey Nature Odyssey is the Nature and Adventure travel brand of Walkers Tours Ltd.
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It was created to focus totally on developing, designing and operating Nature and Adventure related travel options. Over the years Nature Odyssey has developed an exciting array of eco-friendly nature and adventure programmes and is staffed by a small, closely knit team of specialists who intimately understand the needs of Nature, Adventure and Wildlife enthusiasts

Nature Odyssey is a corporate m

ember of TIES (The International Ecotourism Society). As a responsible member of this society the following elements are strictly adhered to

- Prevent negative impact
- Build environmental and cultural awareness and respect
- Provide positive experiences for both visitors and hosts
- Provide financial benefits and empowerment for local people
- Raise sensitivity to our countries’ political, environmental and social issues
- Support international human rights and labor agreements

11/01/2024

Morning view from your riverside camping with Eco Grip adventure.

We can take you here!
Get in touch with our experts at [email protected]
or visit us at www.natureodyssey.com to start planning your
next camping adventure!

19/11/2021

Stretching out along a great arc of sunny coastline from Kirinda to Hambantota, there are some of the best-known Sri Lankan beaches including Jungle Beach, Unawatuna, Weligama, Mirissa, Tallala, and Tangalle. One of the greatest attractions of the South Coast cruises is the opportunity to experience the world’s largest mammal, the Blue Whale, along with many other species of whales and dolphins. Onshore visits include the UNESCO world heritage city of Galle Fort, the ancient Dondra Lighthouse at the southernmost point of Sri Lanka as well as turtle and migrant bird conservation projects. What’s more, unforgettable sunrises and sunsets are also a highlight of our southern cruises.

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11/11/2021

The Mahaweli River Expedition combines a wildlife and kayaking tour through Wasgomuwa National Park with the opportunity to spend three days exploring the Mahaweli river, wildlife, ancient landmarks and beautiful landscapes. Setting up camp on the river bank with the opportunity to see elephants crossing the river in the mornings and afternoons with exclusive rights to camp on these beautiful riverbeds, so once the day turns to dusk, you have the entire Wasgomuwa park to yourself. This trip offers guests solitude, adventure, and an opportunity to be fully immersed in nature with little or no human intervention.
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📷 EcoGrip Adventure

04/11/2021

01/10/2021

One of our very own Wildlife Lover & Nature Enthusiast photographer Shenik Pallewatte e his opinion on why we should travel on less visited National Parks of Sri Lanka

30/09/2021

Declared as a National park in 2015, it embraces the imposing Kalawewa and Balaluwewa water tanks, built by King Dhatusena in the 5th century. The park is over 6000 hectares, is home to elephants but with a notable feature – the herds have a great concentration of tuskers. Roughly only about seven percent of the male elephant population have tusks in Sri Lanka, which makes Kalawewa National park a magnificent site. As it is located in the dry zone when the water levels recede for the tank beds, a lush grassland reveals itself which attracts elephants, species of migratory and resident animals. As the park is open during the dry season, chances of such sightings are promising. The monsoon arrives in October through November and the grasslands disappear to give way to fill up reservoirs. Swimming elephants are a regular site with their trunks out of the surface of the water are a beautiful sight. Kalawewa, Sri Lanka’s lesser-known nature’s gem.

📷 - Sahan Gooneratne Wildlife Photography

23/09/2021

When the sun rises over this beautiful Island it activates another day of wild chronicles around the National parks of Sri Lanka. One such beautiful yet less known park is the Wasgamuwa National park. Situated between Matale and Polonnaruwa districts, Wasgamuwa derives from “Walasa” – Sloth bear and “Gamuwa” which means wood in Sinhala. For its name’s sake, the Sri Lankan sloth bear and large herds of elephants could be spotted within this park. Located 225Kms from Colombo, Wasgamuwa National Park is bordered by River Mahaweli Ganga and River Amban Ganga in east and west. Apart from Sloth bears and Elephants, other wildlife includes Purple-faced langur monkeys, wild boar, sambar and spotted deer, buffaloes, and very rarely, leopards. Among the reptiles are water monitors, mugger crocodiles.

Of the 143 species of birds reported at Wasgamuwa National Park are endemic Red-faced malkoha and Ceylon jungle fowl are a common sight in the park. Among the bird populations are Sri Lanka Trogon, racket-tailed drongo, endemic yellow fronted barbet, endemic Sri Lanka spurfowl, white-necked stork, and lesser adjutant stork.

Wasgamuwa National park, A Seldom treaded wild of the Sri Lankan ecosystem, thrives with rich wildlife which adds a unique essence to a nature lover’s thirst for adventure.”

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16/09/2021

Located in the Deep Southern coastal belt of Sri Lanka, The Kumana National Park is a renowned bird sanctuary where a multitude of endemic and migratory bords breed. A paradise for Bird watchers and photographers, the Kumana National park tops the travel list of most wildlife enthusiasts. One of the most significant features of the park is the “Kumana Villu” – a 200-hectare natural swamp lake, fed by the “Kumbukkan Oya”. It is at this mangrove swamp that many water birds nest in May and June. Regular sightings include pelicans, painted storks, spoonbills, white ibis, heron, egrets, and little cormorants also, the very rare black-necked stork has been spotted here. Apart from the abundance of birdlife, Kumana is also home to elephants, leopards, Jackals, Wild Boar, and many more.

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📌 - Kumana National Park

21/08/2021

“Gal Oya is a less explored and one of the most remote Wilderness areas in Sri Lanka. The Senanayaka Samudra lake located in Gal Oya is the largest inland water body in the country has something quite spectacular happening in its waters. The elephant community which lives around the Gal Oya National park crosses the lake quite often and that has become their regular route down generations. A wild life enthusiast’s dream site, this has turned out to be the most spectacular way of watching elephants in the wild. The largest land animal swimming across a water body with it’s truck out of the surface is not something we come across every day. However this is a regular site at the Gal Oya Lodge. Water for Elephants maybe?”

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18/08/2021

12/08/2021

“There is no creature among all the beasts of the world which has great strength and power, yet demonstrates patience and perseverance as the elephant which roams the wild”

Join us in celebrating World Elephants Day

Curious to know more about the Elephant population in Sri Lanka and it’s significance to our island nation?
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30/07/2021

DID YOU KNOW?

The ‘purple-faced langur’ is actually has a face that is black in colour, but when in the 19th century the taxonomists examined the preserved specimen, their skins may have appeared purple and it is believed that the misnomer stuck.

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28/07/2021

Did you know?

Toque macaques sport’s a fancy hairdo that vary by regions and subspecies. They owe their name to a style of hats known as ‘toques’

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Curious to know more? Even better, why not partake in an experience led by experts to learn in-depth the lifestyle of these playful beings as you traverse the isle of Sri Lanka..

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21/07/2021

The Indian Pangolin is a gentle armored mammal of the Indian subcontinent. It has large overlapping scales on it’s body which acts as an armor. When threatened they defend themselves by means of volvation. They are found in rainforests to plains and hill levels. Pangolins inhibit grasslands and secondary forests but also are adapted to desert areas. Pangolin burrows fall into two categories, the feeding burrow which is usually small and is dug mainly where pray is in abundance. Pangolins are natural pest controllers and a single pangolin would eat 17 million insects each year. The other is the living burrow which is large enough for the animal to fit in. Pangolins are insectivores feeding mainly on ants and termites. They are solitary species and are nocturnal with their activity during the night being from 1700HRS to 0500HRS. Little is known about their breeding habits and gestation periods and range from 65 – 70 days. Usually one offspring is born at a time. Pangolins are the most trafficked animal in the world for their scales and meat having medicinal value and as a food source. Due to poaching the numbers in the wild are at an alarming decline and are protected in all range countries”

13/07/2021

If there’s one species that did not experience change due to evolution, that would be the crocodile.
These reptiles have lived through centuries and is a prime predator of the eco system.

Sri Lanka is home to two of these species, namely the Mugger crocodile and the Saltwater crocodile.

Many conservation projects surround the study of these reptiles as they are considered endangered.

Watch this space for more interesting facts of reptiles that wander through the land and waters of our tropical isle.

Comment below if you’d like to know anything in particular about these fascinating reptiles.

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22/06/2021

The forest is the best example for perfect imperfections. Its disorganized yet elegant. Crowded yet soothing. Deep yet tranquil. A place with answers for a thousand unasked questions - Happy World Rainforest Day!

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19/06/2021

The Ocean keeps coming back to kiss the beach no matter how many times it’s sent back, mesmerizing

🎥 by Madura Hettiarachchi

17/06/2021

DID YOU KNOW? The Oceans are the world’s largest ecosystems.

16/06/2021

‘Follow a turtle – swim with the current, be a good navigator, be well traveled, age gracefully and spend time on the beach’ – Happy World Sea Turtle Day!

15/06/2021

DID YOU KNOW - Oceans produce over half the planet’s Oxygen? That’s every other breath you take!

📷 by @.nashahh &

08/06/2021

It’s fascinating to know that thousands of life forms are being nurtured by a single element called Ocean – Happy World Ocean Day!

05/06/2021

Nature does not need editing yet it captivates and gives the antidote to exhaustion. It’s free and a gift to protect – Happy World Environment day

04/06/2021

The greatest threat to our planet is the belief that someone else would save it. It is our collective and individual responsibility to preserve and tend to the world in which we all live. Let’s start small, let’s start from home

03/06/2021

It’s a gift we ought to protect. We all have one home to live in. Earth – where it all begins

28/05/2021

For more than 100 million years sea turtles have covered vast distances across the world's oceans, filling a vital role in the balance of marine habitats

25/05/2021

DID YOU KNOW??
Sri Lanka 🇱🇰 is home to 5 of the 7 species of Sea Turtle in the world 🌎

Green Turtle 🇱🇰
Olive Ridley 🇱🇰
Hawksbill 🇱🇰
Loggerhead 🇱🇰
Leatherback 🇱🇰
Kemp’s Ridley
Flatback

21/05/2021

This planet we live on is for us to cherish all forms of life, both big and small. Just as we all long for care and the warmth of love, so do the species which has lost its place in modern times. Donkey clinic and educational center cares for these animals and conserves them. Its main purpose is to provide shelter, care and protect these animals and educate society. You too can join them and extend your support.

Would you like to make a difference in a donkey’s life?

Image Credits: Donkey Clinic & Education Centre

20/05/2021

DID YOU KNOW?
A male donkey is called a jack and a female is called a Jenny or jennet

11/05/2021

According to the BBC, leopards found in Sri Lanka are considered to be the biggest in the world

Image credits Shenik Pallewatte

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The Majestic Asian Elephants

The majestic Asian elephants are excellent swimmers and are rarely witnessed. However at the Gal Oya these animals could be seen swimming across the Senanayaka Samudra with their trunks used as snorkels. Captivating sight as it sounds the location too is ideally suited for these magnificent animals of Sri Lanka's wild. DM for more info! Gal Oya Lodge #worldelephantday #elephant #Mammal #nature #srilanka #travel #travelphotography #photography #travelgram #naturephotography #wanderlust #photooftheday #travelblogger #instagood #love #instatravel #beach #beautiful #travelling #visitsrilanka #srilankatravel #adventure #picoftheday #vacation #holiday #naturelovers #landscape #traveling #explore #sky #instagram #travelsrilanka #summer

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