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Udawalawe National Park Half Day Safari: Experience Elephants and Birdlife

Ella

Embark on a half-day safari in Udawalawe National Park, home to a large herd of Asian elephants and a diverse range of bird species. Witness the majestic elephants and spot rare birds in their natural habitat.

Duration: 8 hours

Cancellation: 1 day learn more

Highlights

Udawalawe National Park - 07.00 AM - You will be greeted and picked up from most closely located hotels in Ella and proceeded to Udawalawe National Park.

09.30 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.

01.00 PM - After the safari, you will be taken to enjoy your, lunch at a local restaurant.

02.00 PM - After a mouthwatering lunch, you will be transferred back to your hotel in Ella.

What's Included

Air-conditioned vehicle pick up and drop off
All government taxes covered
Local restaurant lunch
Refreshments and water bottles on safari
Udawalawe National Park entrance fees
Safari jeep cost included
Hotel pick up and drop off in Ella

What's Not Included

Gratuities.
Anything not mentioned in inclusions.

Additional Information

This half-day adventure offers the opportunity to explore Udawalawe National Park, noted as one of Sri Lanka’s leading locations for spotting wild elephants. The park serves as a permanent home for an Asian elephant herd numbering over 250. The park’s abundant water supply supports a large population of elephants. Each year, hundreds of elephants migrate to the park from nearby conservation areas. The park was established as a haven for elephants relocated due to the construction of the adjacent Udawalawe reservoir. In addition to being a significant elephant habitat, the park is a key birding spot, offering a diverse range of aquatic, raptor and terrestrial birds. For birdwatching enthusiasts, morning safaris often promise frequent sightings of rare avian species.