Udawalawe

Udawalawe National Park Day Tour

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UdawalaweFull Day (6-8 hours)

Overview

Udawalawe National Park is one of the best places in the world to see Asian elephants in their natural habitat. This day tour takes you on an exciting jeep safari through 30,000 hectares of diverse terrain including grasslands, marshes, and scrubland. Udawalawe is home to over 500 wild elephants, and sightings are virtually guaranteed throughout the year. Beyond elephants, spot water buffalo, sambar deer, wild boar, crocodiles, and a stunning variety of birdlife including eagles, kingfishers, and painted storks. Optional visit to the Elephant Transit Home near the park, a rehabilitation center for orphaned baby elephants. The park's reservoir backdrop creates spectacular photography opportunities.

Tour Highlights

Jeep safari through the national park
Wild Asian elephant herds (500+ elephants)
Water buffalo and deer sightings
Birdwatching (200+ species)
Elephant Transit Home visit (optional)
Scenic Udawalawe Reservoir views

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What's Included

  • Private vehicle with English-speaking driver
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Park entry fees
  • 4x4 jeep safari with tracker
  • Bottled water