Half Day Udawalawe Safari (Entrance + Lunch)
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- Pick up and drop off will be provided from most closely located hotels in Galle
Overview
Venture deep into Udawalawe National Park on this private half-day safari, where a resident herd of over 250 Asian elephants roams freely alongside diverse birdlife — all with hotel pickup, park entrance, jeep, lunch, and refreshments included.
This half-day safari takes you into Udawalawe National Park, one of Sri Lanka’s finest destinations for encountering wild elephants in their natural habitat. A permanent herd of more than 250 Asian elephants calls this park home, sustained by the park’s rich water sources. During seasonal migrations, hundreds more elephants arrive from surrounding protected areas, making every visit uniquely spectacular.
Udawalawe National Park was originally established to provide refuge for elephants displaced by the construction of the nearby Udawalawe Reservoir. Today, it stands as both a vital conservation zone and a rewarding safari destination. The park also serves as an Important Bird Area, hosting a remarkable variety of aquatic birds, birds of prey, and land birds. Morning safari sessions are particularly rewarding for birdwatchers, with frequent sightings of rare species.
Your adventure begins with a comfortable pickup from your hotel, followed by a thrilling three-hour jeep safari through the park’s diverse landscapes. After the safari, enjoy a satisfying lunch at a local restaurant before being transferred back to your accommodation.
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Itinerary
Morning Pickup from Galle / Mirissa
- 6:00 AM: Your guide greets you at your hotel and you depart by air-conditioned vehicle from your accommodation in Galle or Mirissa, heading towards Udawalawe National Park.
Safari at Udawalawe National Park
- 10:00 AM: Arriving at the park, you board a safari jeep for a thrilling three-hour game drive. Udawalawe is home to a permanent herd of over 250 wild Asian elephants, sustained by the park's abundant rivers and reservoirs. During seasonal migrations, hundreds more arrive from nearby protected areas. The park is also a recognised bird sanctuary — aquatic birds, raptors, and land birds thrive here, and morning drives regularly yield rare sightings.
Lunch at a Local Restaurant
- 2:00 PM: After the safari, enjoy a satisfying lunch at a local restaurant featuring traditional Sri Lankan cuisine.
Return Transfer to Hotel
- 3:00 PM: Following lunch, your driver transfers you back to your hotel in Galle or Mirissa, completing the half-day excursion.
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