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Dead trees standing in the water of the Udawalawe reservoir

Park or garden · Udawalawe

Udawalawe National Park safari

A half-day jeep safari across grassland and scrub, with herds of elephants, water buffalo, crocodiles and birds of prey.

Best season
All year. October to December is a little wetter.
Time to allow
3 hr 30 min (at least 3 hr)
Best time of day
Morning. Open 06:00 to 18:00.
Entry
LKR 12,000 to LKR 25,000 (to confirm)
What to wear
Everyday clothes. Sun hat and sunscreen help.
Good for
Easy going, families

Per person estimate: park fees for foreign adults (US$25 entry plus a US$10 service charge and a small vehicle charge, with 18% VAT, about US$42 in all) plus a share of a jeep; confirm with your driver.

Photos

The wide Udawalawe reservoir with the hills beyond
The wide Udawalawe reservoir with the hills beyond
An adult elephant coming out of the bushes in Udawalawe National Park
An adult elephant coming out of the bushes in Udawalawe National Park
Young elephants at the Elephant Transit Home, Udawalawe
Young elephants at the Elephant Transit Home, Udawalawe

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