Udawalawe Safari: Encounter Sri Lanka's Majestic Elephants

from $250

Duration

12 hours

Type

Guided

Language

English, German

Difficaulty

Moderate

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About This Tour

Udawalawe national Park is located approximately 230 km south-east of Colombo city and is a major eco tourism destination in Sri Lanka . The 30,821 hectares dry zone game park has an annual rainfall of 1524 mm and an average temperature of 29.4°C. It is most famous for the many Elephants that live there (about 400 in total).

During a visit, it is not unusual to see whole herds of adults and young elephants – feeding or bathing and playing in the water! In addition to this main attraction, the park is home to many Water Buffalo, Water Monitor, Lizards, Sambar Deer, Monkeys and the occasional Leopard, as well as being an exciting location for Bird enthusiasts.

A 4WD open-top safari is the only way to see all the wonders that this protected reserve has to offer and our experienced and knowledgeable nature guides will make this an unforgettable experience.

Destinations

Colombo, Ratnapura, Southern Asia, Sri Lanka

Activities

Photography, Wildlife Safaris

Suitable For

Groups

Accessibility

Themes

Adventure Activities, Eco-Tourism

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Operator

Ceylon Travel Dream

Inclusions

Entrance fees
Safari Jeep
Pick up from Colombo hotel and transfer to Udawalawe – Approximately 4 hours drive
Lunch at a recommended restaurant
Visit Udawalawe baby Elephant Orphanage, “Eth Athuru Sewana”
Safari at Udawalawe National Park to see Asian Elephants in their natural habitat and not to forget the other species such as Crocodiles, Spotted Deer and many verities of birds.
Transfer back to Colombo – Approximately 4 hours drive

Exclusions

Any tours to cities not mentioned above
Any other services not mentioned above

Tour Plan

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Day 1 UDAWALAWA TWO DAY SAFARI

Udawalawe National Park is the third most popular park in Sri Lanka. The primary attraction is a herd of approximately 250 elephants which are generally found near the Udawalawe reservoir. It is also possible to spot leopards in the park although this is rare. The national park is most famous as the best place in Sri Lanka to see Sri Lankan Elephants. In fact, it is the only national park in the country where an elephant sighting is guaranteed on every safari trip. Udawalawe National Park is said to have an elephant population numbering about 250. This population of elephants can be sustained in the national park owing to its lush greenery and large bodies of water that are vital for the survival of such a large population of elephants. The elephant population is not the only attraction in the national park. It is also known to be home to a wide range of flora and fauna, some of which exist only in Sri Lanka. Primates found in the national park include toque macaques and tufted grey langurs. Rodents include Indian hare and about five species of wild rat and mouse, including the rare and endemic Ceylon spiny mouse. The endemic golden palm civet and the Asian palm civet also call the national park home.
01 DAY Colombo To Udawalawe
Breakfast at the hotel
Pick you up at the hotel at 7.00 am
Leave Colombo for Embilipitiya via Ratnapura.
Arrive at Embilipitiya
Check-in at the Hotel.
Have Lunch
Leave the hotel to visit the Udawalawe Elephant Transit Home
See the elephants feeding
Return to the Hotel stay overnight at the Hotel.
02 DAY - Udawalawe National To Colombo (via ratnapura)
After early breakfast
Leave on a Jeep Safari to Udawalawe National Park.
Udawalawe National Park is the third most popular park in Sri Lanka. The primary attraction is a herd of approximately 250 elephants which are generally found near the Udawalawe reservoir. It is also possible to spot leopards in the park although this is rare. The national park is most famous as the best place in Sri Lanka to see Sri Lankan Elephants. In fact, it is the only national park in the country where an elephant sighting is guaranteed on every safari trip. Udawalawe National Park is said to have an elephant population numbering about 250.
After the safari
Leave for Bopath Ella (Water Fall) in Ratnapura. Enjoy a river bath.
Have Lunch
Commence return journey to Colombo and
Drop off in the hotel