Udawalawe National Park Jeep Safari From Ella / Bandarawela
Overview
This half-day jeep safari will give you the chance of visiting Udawalawe National Park from hotels in Ella or Bandarawela, which is one of the best places in Sri Lanka to see wild elephants. An Asian elephant herd, no less than 250, is permanently residing at Udawalawe national park. The park is capable of sustaining large numbers of elephants because of its abundant water sources. Hundreds of elephants annually migrate to the park from nearby protected areas as well. Udawalawe national park was created for elephants displaced by the construction of the adjoining Udawalawe reservoir. Furthermore, Udawalawe is an important bird area with a wide range such as aquatic, birds of prey, and land birds in abundance. If you like to explore Sri Lankan birdlife, morning safari experiences are known to include rare bird sightings frequently.
Inclusions
- All government taxes.
- Pick up and drop off will be provided by a air-conditioned vehicle.
- Entrance fees to Udawalawe National Park.
- Refreshments and water bottles during the safari.
- Hotel pick up and drop off to most closely located hotels in mentioned locations.
- Cost of the safari jeep.
- Lunch at a local restaurant.
What to expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Udawalawe National Park, Udawalawe National Park
6.00 AM - You will be greeted and picked up from most closely located hotels in Ella / Bandarawela and proceeded to Udawalawe National Park.
10.00 AM - On arrival at Udawalawe National Park, you will enjoy a thrilling 3 hours safari with our jeep driver. Udawalawe National Park is one of the best places in Sri Lanka to see wild elephants. An Asian elephant herd, no less than 250, is permanently residing at Udawalawe National Park. The park is capable of sustaining large numbers of elephants because of its abundant water sources. Hundreds of elephants annually migrate to the park from nearby protected areas as well.
02.00 PM - After the safari, you will be taken to enjoy your lunch at a local restaurant.
03.00 PM - After a mouthwatering lunch, you will be transferred back to your hotel in Ella / Bandarawela.
Duration: 12 hours
Pass By: Ella, Ella, Uva Province
Passing by.
Pass By: Bandarawela, Bandarawela, Uva Province
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Pass By: Udawalawe National Park Sri Lanka
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Pass By: Colombo, Colombo, Western Province
Pick up
Pass By: Mount Lavinia, Mount Lavinia, Dehiwala-Mount Lavinia, Western Province
Pick up
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Udawalawe National Park, Udawalawe National Park
6.00 AM - You will be greeted and picked up from most closely located hotels in Ella / Bandarawela and proceeded to Udawalawe National Park.
10.00 AM - On arrival at Udawalawe National Park, you will enjoy a thrilling 3 hours safari with our jeep driver. Udawalawe National Park is one of the best places in Sri Lanka to see wild elephants. An Asian elephant herd, no less than 250, is permanently residing at Udawalawe National Park. The park is capable of sustaining large numbers of elephants because of its abundant water sources. Hundreds of elephants annually migrate to the park from nearby protected areas as well.
02.00 PM - After the safari, you will be taken to enjoy your lunch at a local restaurant.
03.00 PM - After a mouthwatering lunch, you will be transferred back to your hotel in Ella / Bandarawela.
Duration: 12 hours
Pass By: Ella, Ella, Uva Province
Passing by.
Pass By: Bandarawela, Bandarawela, Uva Province
Passing by.
Pass By: Udawalawe National Park Sri Lanka
Passing by.
Pass By: Colombo, Colombo, Western Province
Pick up
Pass By: Mount Lavinia, Mount Lavinia, Dehiwala-Mount Lavinia, Western Province
Pick up
Additional information
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Please bring valid passports for entering to the national park.
- Please come with a comfortable attire for a safari.
- Please be ready at the hotel lobby 15 minutes before the pick up time.
- Most travelers can participate
- Face masks required for travelers in public areas
- Face masks required for guides in public areas
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Social distancing enforced throughout experience
- Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- Proof of COVID-19 vaccination required for travelers
- COVID-19 vaccination required for guides
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
755sarahv
May 2022
We like the proximity with animals. We were lucky to see a lot of elephant in their environnement. Some monkeys, birds and crocodile. Was a great and beautiful experience
We like the proximity with animals. We were lucky to see a lot of elephant in their environnement. Some monkeys, birds and crocodile. Was a great and beautiful experienceTharukv
May 2022
We always wanted and interested on visiting udawalawe national park from years now. Wild elephants were the highlight of the tour. Driver who picked us from Ella was very good, he drove very safely to the park. Even though the safari was for 3 hours, we saw everything we wanted to see. Jeep drive...
We always wanted and interested on visiting udawalawe national park from years now. Wild elephants were the highlight of the tour. Driver who picked us from Ella was very good, he drove very safely to the park. Even though the safari was for 3 hours, we saw everything we wanted to see. Jeep driver kasun tried his best to catch the best places to see the creatures where he is very good at. Very well organized tour. We are happyHansa H
April 2022
We booked a half day safari in Udawalawe National Park couple of days back before we heading to Galle from Ella. It was for me and 4 of my friends and was a fantastic experience. We saw many elephants, peacocks and crocodiles yes we were very lucky! Our jeep safari driver was really good and well...
We booked a half day safari in Udawalawe National Park couple of days back before we heading to Galle from Ella. It was for me and 4 of my friends and was a fantastic experience. We saw many elephants, peacocks and crocodiles yes we were very lucky! Our jeep safari driver was really good and well desciplined. He took us safely and patiently waited for us till we get some nice captures of those incredible elephants. A memorable experience and highly recommended!