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Udawalawe National Park Safari Tours

Experience unforgettable wildlife adventures in Udawalawe National Park with our expert local guides and private jeep safaris.

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About Udawalawe National Park

Udawalawe National Park was established in 1972 to protect wildlife displaced by the construction of the Udawalawe Reservoir. Today, the park is one of Sri Lanka’s most important wildlife reserves.

The landscape of the park consists of:

These diverse habitats support a wide variety of animals and birds.

The park is particularly famous for its large elephant population, with more than 500 elephants living in the area. Because the terrain is open and easy to explore, visitors often see elephants very close to their safari vehicles.

Wildlife You Can See on an Udawalawe Safari

One of the biggest reasons travelers visit Udawalawe National Park is the incredible wildlife.

Elephants

Elephants are the main attraction of Udawalawe. Visitors can often see large herds, baby elephants, and even elephants bathing in waterholes.

Water Buffalo

Wild water buffalo are another common sight in the park. These powerful animals are usually seen near water sources or grazing in grasslands.

Crocodiles

Both mugger crocodiles and other reptiles live in the park’s lakes and rivers. Safaris near water areas often provide great opportunities to see them.

Spotted Deer

Spotted deer are frequently seen grazing in groups throughout the park.

Jackals

Golden jackals sometimes appear during early morning or evening safaris.

Jackals

Udawalawe is also a paradise for bird watchers. Over 200 bird species have been recorded in the park,

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Safari Packages

4 Hour Safari Morning

  • ★ Per-person cost of the group of six
  • ★ 5.30 AM To 10.00 AM
  • (Price varies by group size)

6 Hour Safari Morning

  • ★ Per-person cost of the group of six
  • ★ 5.30 AM To 11.30 AM
  • (Price varies by group size)

4 Hour Afternoon Safari

  • ★ Per-person cost of the group of six
  • ★ 1.30 PM To 6.30 PM
  • (Price varies by group size)

Full Day Package Safari

  • ★ Per-person cost of the group of six
  • ★ 5.30 AM To 6.00 PM
  • (Price varies by group size)

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