Skip to main content

South Central Sri Lanka

Udawalawe

A leading Sri Lanka safari destination for elephant sightings, open grassland and peaceful reservoir landscapes.

Udawalawe, Sri Lanka is one of the country’s most rewarding wildlife stops, centred on Udawalawe National Park’s open grasslands, forest edges and reservoir scenery. The park is especially known for reliable elephant sightings, with birds and other wildlife adding to a relaxed jeep safari. Its position between the hill country and south coast makes it an easy overnight break. Travel with Chauffeur Emil for a private Udawalawe safari transfer, early-morning or afternoon jeep timing and a smooth onward route.

1 night
Elephant herd at the reservoir in Udawalawe National Park, Sri Lanka

Gallery

A glimpse of Udawalawe

Attractions

Attractions in Udawalawe

Elephant herd at the reservoir in Udawalawe National Park

Attraction in Udawalawe

Udawalawe National Park

Udawalawe National Park is a worthwhile stop while exploring Udawalawe, easily added to a private route at a pace that suits your day.

Elephant herd in open Udawalawe grassland

Attraction in Udawalawe

Elephant Transit Home

Elephant Transit Home is a worthwhile stop while exploring Udawalawe, easily added to a private route at a pace that suits your day.

Reservoir landscape in Udawalawe National Park

Attraction in Udawalawe

Reservoir landscape

Reservoir landscape is a worthwhile stop while exploring Udawalawe, easily added to a private route at a pace that suits your day.

Reservoir and hills near Udawalawe Dam

Attraction in Udawalawe

Udawalawe Dam

Udawalawe Dam is a worthwhile stop while exploring Udawalawe, easily added to a private route at a pace that suits your day.

Related round tours

Round tours that cover Udawalawe

Elephant safari in Sri Lanka14 Days 13 Nights

14-Day Sri Lanka Wildlife, Culture & Coast Tour

Route

Arrival at Colombo Airport → Mirissa → Udawalawe → Ella → Nuwara Eliya → Kandy → Mahiyanganaya → Sigiriya → Anuradhapura → Negombo → Airport drop

Highlights

  • Mirissa whale watching
  • Bundala national park( bird watching )
  • Udawalawe national park safari (more then elephint & crocodiles)
  • Ella to Demodara train journey
View Itinerary →
Sigiriya cultural landscape14 Days 13 Nights

14-Day Sri Lanka Culture, Tea Country & Safari Tour

Route

Colombo Airport → Sigiriya → Kandy → Nuwara Eliya → Ella → Udawalawe → Mirissa → Colombo air port

Highlights

  • Sigiriya & Polonnaruwa
  • Vedda village experience
  • Kandy & tea country
  • Ella scenic train
View Itinerary →
Sri Lanka adventure experience10 Days 9 Nights

10-Day Sri Lanka East Coast, Safari & Culture Tour

Route

Colombo Airport → Mirissa → Udawalawe → Arugam Bay → Kumana → Ella → Negombo → Air port colombo

Highlights

  • Arugam Bay & Kumana
  • Ella hikes
  • Nine Arch
View Itinerary →
Sri Lanka nature and wildlife14 Days 13 Nights

14-Day Sri Lanka Kalpitiya, Wildlife & Hill Country Tour

Route

Arrival at Colombo Airport → Kalpitiya → Anuradhapura → Sigiriya → Kandy → Nuwara Eliya → Ella → South Coast → Airport drop

Highlights

  • Kalpitiya dolphin watching
  • Kite surfing
  • Kandy tooth temple
  • Tea country train to journey
View Itinerary →
Sri Lanka cultural heritage21 Days 20 Nights

21-Day Sri Lanka Ancient Cities, Safari & Beach Tour

Route

Colombo Airport → Yapahuwa → Anuradhapura → Sigiriya → Kandy → Nuwara-Eliya → Ella → South Coast → Air port drop

Highlights

  • Yapahuwa & Anuradhapura
  • Wilpattu National Park safari
  • Sigiriya elephant safari
  • Tea garden & tea factory
View Itinerary →
Sri Lanka south-coast beach7 Days 6 Nights

7-Day Sri Lanka Highlights: Sigiriya, Ella & Mirissa

Route

Colombo Airport → Sigiriya → Kandy → Nuwara Eliya → Ella → udawalawe → Mirissa → Colombo Airport

Highlights

  • Sigiriya & elephant safari
  • Kandy Temple & dance
  • Horton Plains & train
  • Mirissa, Galle & Madu River
View Itinerary →
Elephant safari in Sri Lanka7 Days 6 Nights

7-Day Sri Lanka Adventure: Rafting & Safari

Route

Colombo Airport → Anuradhapura → Sigiriya → Kandy → Kitulgala → Ella → udawalawe → Mirissa → Colombo Airport

Highlights

  • Ancient cities & Sigiriya
  • Kitulgala white-water rafting
  • Ella scenic train
  • Udawalawe safari & Mirissa
View Itinerary →
Kandy Esala Perahera dancers and ceremonial elephant14 Days 13 Nights

Sri Lanka Grand Cultural & Coastal Round Tour

Route

Colombo Airport → Sigiriya → Kandy → Nuwara Eliya → Ella → Tissamaharama → Udawalawe → Sinharaja → Mirissa → Colombo Airport

Highlights

  • Sigiriya Lion Rock & Pidurangala sun sat
  • Kandy Esala Perahera (August month seasonal only )
  • Nanu Oya to damodara train journey
  • Yala or Minneriya park safari
View Itinerary →

Want this destination in your private route?

Emil can combine this destination with the right number of nights, travel pacing and nearby experiences.

Plan My Tour
WhatsApp Emil