Visit Udawalawe National Park, one of Sri Lanka’s best parks for elephant sightings
High chances of seeing large herds of elephants, buffalo, spotted deer, crocodiles, and wild boar
Excellent birdlife, including eagles, storks, pelicans, and kingfishers
Open grasslands and the Udawalawe reservoir offer clear wildlife visibility
Peaceful safari experience in a private 4×4 jeep with an experienced wildlife tracker
4×4 Safari Jeep
Experienced driver & wildlife tracker/guide
National park entrance tickets are not included and must be paid separately.approx. $40 for 1 adult, $66 for 2, $93 for 3, $120 for 4, $147 for 5, and $174 for 6 adults.For child $16.
Complimentary hotel pickup and drop off in the Udawalawe area
Combine your Udawalawe safari with a convenient city to city transfer
Flexible pickup and drop-off options from Ella, Thanamalwila,Yala, Hiriketiya and Mirissa.
Additional transfer fees apply for pickup or drop off outside the Udawalawe area.
Safari Options & Duration
Half-Day Safari (3 Hours)
Morning Safari
6:00 AM – Pick-up from hotel
6:30 AM – 9:30 AM – Safari inside Udawalawe National Park
9:30 AM – Exit the park & return to the hotel
Afternoon Safari
1:30 PM – Pick-up from hotel
2:00 PM – 5:00 PM – Safari inside the park
5:00 PM – Exit the park & return to the hotel
Full-Day Safari (6:00 AM – 4:00 PM)
6:00 AM – Pick-up from hotel
6:30 AM – Enter park & begin safari
12:00 PM – Midday break (outside or designated safe area)
1:00 PM – Continue safari
4:00 PM – Exit park & return to hotel
Extended Full-Day Safari (6:00 AM – 6:00 PM)
6:00 AM – Pick-up from hotel
6:30 AM – Enter park & begin safari
12:00 PM – Midday break (outside or designated safe area)
1:30 PM – Continue safari
6:00 PM – Exit the park & return to the hotel
Closest area to Udawalawe National Park: Staying in Udawalawe offers the most convenient access to your safari.
Plan your safari: Morning, afternoon, and full day safari options are available.
Flexible city-to-city transfers: Start in one location, enjoy your Udawalawe safari, and continue to your next destination.
What to bring: Carry sunscreen, a hat, drinking water, and a camera for your Udawalawe National Park safari.
Udawalawe Safari from Ella: Combine your journey from Ella with an Udawalawe safari and continue to Mirissa, Hiriketiya, or Galle.
Udawalawe Safari from Mirissa: Travel from Mirissa to Udawalawe National Park for your safari, then return to Mirissa or continue to Ella.
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