Udawalawe National Park Safari: A 3-Hour Expedition in Sri Lanka's Wildlife Haven
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Udawalawa
Embark on a thrilling 3-hour Udawalawe National Park Safari in Sri Lanka. Discover the majestic elephants, spot endemic and migratory birds, and immerse yourself in the diverse wildlife of this enchanting reserve.
Duration:
3 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Udawalawe National Park - The Udawalawe National Park is a wildlife reserve covering nearly 120 square miles of land with a number of geological formations. Established on the 30th of June 1972, the park lies on the boundary of the Sabaragamuwa and Uva Provinces of Sri Lanka. As such, it majorly consists of plains, grasslands, forests and marshes - while being bounded by soaring mountains along the northern border. A major river, the Walawe and a many of its tributaries run pass through the park, providing ample water for the wildlife. The annual rainfall in the Udawalawe National Park is around 1500 millimeters, and the average temperature stays at a comfortable 27° - 28° Centigrade (81°-82°F). The park has over 94 species of plants, 21 species of fish, 12 species of amphibians, over 30 species of reptiles, over 180 species of birds (33 of which are migratory), 43 species of mammals and 135 species of butterflies.
What's Included
- Experienced Driver and tracker
- Complimentary water bottle per person
- Free pickup and drop-off within 5 KM radius of Park Gate
- Private Safari Jeep for up to 6 passengers
What's Not Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off if outside of 5km of park entrance gate
- Entrance fees for Jeep-only bookings (Approximately USD 27.00 per person)
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
Additional Information
(SKU: LK50A01000) Journey into the Elephant Kingdom with a 3-hour safari in Udawalawe National Park! Traverse the park’s grasslands and plains in search of these majestic creatures. Delve deep into the Udawalawe Reserve for a sneak peek into the lifestyle of the indigenous wildlife. Prepare your birdwatching gear for a chance to spot a variety of native and migratory birds. If you are fond of butterflies, the park serves as a paradise for you as well. This is a 3-hour escape into a wildlife utopia!
- If you are booking a half-day safari, advise if it is a Morning or Evening safari.
- A maximum of 6 people per booking
- Not recommended for child aged 5 years or under
Location
Udawalawa Junction
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Th_ophilea608
Apr 6, 2024
Great visit ! - Very nice visit !! The driver was very kind. He spoke a very good English and had very smooth driving skills. He explained us a lot about animals and fauna.
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Jacktf5909mu
Mar 14, 2024
See Elephants Don’t Ride Them - Got lucky and had the jeep to ourselves, but sharing wouldn’t have been a problem. Driver had eyes like a hawk and stopped to show us so much. Memorable and peaceful moments alone with wild elephants - best way to see Udawalawe without disturbing the wildlife. Transit Home before or after your visit is a must. £100 per person all in (return taxi from Mirissa included) sounds a lot, but it’s the going rate and good value.
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Hendrik1892
Feb 23, 2024
Great Safari with Daruu - We had a wonderful afternoon safari. Our driver Daruu was so kind and is a very experienced guide who shared his extensive knowledge about the animals with us. Fully recommend him!
We were lucky to even see a cute baby elephant :)
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Annakarine2024
Jan 20, 2024
Nice experience - A personalized tour with great guide. The guide/driver was respectful and did not drive too close to the animals. Other jeeps almost caught the elefants between the wehicles, sad to see…
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Peett2
Jan 12, 2024
Pleasant and safe - Everything was great. Driver arrived on time and safely took us around the park. He was able to spot all expected animals and park with the best possible vie of them. We are happy with the trip with him
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Ros_m
Jan 9, 2024
Excellent experience - My driver was fabulous and very knowledgeable about the area. I saw so many elephants and other animals too.
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Janeasa
Jan 2, 2024
Excellent safari - Excellent safari! Thanks so much to Max Cooray our driver and also to the excellent guide. We saw a huge amount of elephants, as well as a wide variety of birds, monkeys and water buffalo. Highly recommend this tour.
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_z1716lj
Dec 21, 2023
Cool elephants safari - We had an amazing safari in Udawalawe! We saw several elephants, iguana, some buffalos, a lot of birds and monkeys. I also received help with finding transportation to hotel for reasonable price.
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Roving65614768899
Jan 17, 2024
Safari trip - This was a perfect excursion for a couple of hours. Lasts 3 hours.
Everything was very well structured and it was all in all a very pleasant experience for us. The only draw for us has to be the lack of animals. We saw some birds, monkeys, and elephants.
They arranged transport for us from the hotel (2 hours away) at a good price and a fantastic driver. The man who drove us through the park was also incredibly kind and clever.
Worth noting that there are volunteer guides walking around trying to join the tour. We thought this was part of the scheme but he wasn't and he wanted to be paid at the end of the trip.
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Fabien_d
Mar 15, 2024
Traffic jam in the parc - We did it in the morning and There were too many jeeps and more traffic jam than in a city.
The guide was nice. We saw elephants, birds, monkeys , crocodiles.
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