Udawalawe National Park Private Safari with Naturalist

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About this activity

Enjoy a guided safari with our naturalist, Ruwan joining you in the back of the jeep and provide uninterrupted commentary during the safari, where you have a chance to explore the amazing Udawalawe National Park. Travel through the marshes, forests, and grasslands of the park that was created as a sanctuary for wildlife in the 1970s.

The park is famous for its Sri Lankan elephants and with Ruwan you can learn all about the gentle giants and what makes the Sri Lankan elephant different from its Indian and African cousins.

Although famous for its elephants, Udawalawe National Park is a famous birdwatching hotspot. Ruwan is a trained bird watcher with a hawk eye to spotting Udawalawe's most exotic collection of birds. Be sure not to miss out on the park's avian life.

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At a glance

Duration: 3 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–6
Guide: English
Operated by: Lakpura LLC

Ages: Adults (5–70 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Entrance fees: Park entrance tickets are included when "Jeep With Tickets" selected.
Included: Experienced safari driver.
Included: Complimentary Hotel pickup and drop-off from a hotel located withing 5km from park entrance gate.
Included: Experienced English-speaking naturalist.
Included: 4x4 Safari Jeep (Maximum of 6 Passengers per jeep).

Not included

Not included: Hotel pickup and drop-off if outside of 5km of park entrance gate.
Not included: Entrance fees: Park entrance tickets are excluded when "Jeep with No Tickets" selected.
Not included: Food and drinks.
Not included: Gratuities.

Itinerary

Stop 1

3 hours Admission not included

This short but unforgettable safari will take you to some of the best haunts of wildlife within the Udawalawe National Park. With the support of your safari guide you will be able to catch sight of a number of flora and fauna native to Sri Lanka. The safari is designed to give you an understanding of animals in the wild, and will bring you many steps closer to raw nature.

You will be travelling in the rough terrain open Safari Jeep for the most part. But there may be points where your guide may suggest getting off and walking closer for a clear view of birds and other small wildlife. However, the safari takes serious consideration of your safety and therefore, with regards to the wild elephants and other larger wildlife, it is strongly advised that you do not descend from your jeep for safety purposes (especially when coming upon lone elephants, which may get aggressive when disturbed).

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

Park Entrance Gates of Udawalawe National Park

End point

Park Entrance Gates of Udawalawe National Park

Pickup points

Olivi Palace
Swallow Nest
Olyfaunt Villa
Peaceful Safari Cottage
Nature Glow Cottage
Walawe Green Safari Resort
Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort
Yonan River Face Safari Resort
Sun Beam Udawalawe
Nil Diya Mankada Safari Lodge
Wild Heaven Udawalawe
Green View Safari Resort

and 2 more pickup points

Park Entrance Gates of Udawalawe National Park

Using your ticket

When you reserve a jeep only option you have to purchase the park entrance tickets by your self at the park entrance gate.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

Good to know

Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Options

Jeep with Tickets (9 hrs)

LK50A02I01: Udawalawe National Park Private Safari with Naturalist including Jeep with Tickets (9 hrs)
Jeep with Tickets (6 hrs)

LK50A02F01: Udawalawe National Park Private Safari with Naturalist including Jeep with Tickets (6 hrs)

Pickup included
Jeep with No Tickets (3 hrs)

LK50A02C00: Udawalawe National Park Private Safari with Naturalist including Jeep with No Tickets (3 hrs)
Jeep with No Tickets (9 hrs)

LK50A02I00: Udawalawe National Park Private Safari with Naturalist including Jeep with No Tickets (9 hrs)

Pickup included
Jeep with Tickets (3 Hours)

LK50A02C01: Udawalawe National Park Private Safari with Naturalist including Jeep with Tickets (3 hrs)
Jeep with No Tickets (6 hrs)

LK50A02F00: Udawalawe National Park Private Safari with Naturalist including Jeep with No Tickets (6 hrs)

Pickup included