Private Tour
Udawalawe National Park | Private Safari Tour
Overview
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4 hours
Mobile ticket
Udawalawe National Park is a destination to see elephants. Other animals in the park include leopards, jungle cats, monkeys, foxes, mongooses, jackals, wild boars, water buffaloes and various bird species. Come and visit us to get a nice experience. We guarantee to provide our best service for you.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Recommended Start Times Morning Safari (04-hours) - 06:00 am Evening Safari (04-hours) - 02:00 pm
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Udawalawe National Park
Udawalawe National Park is an destination to see elephants. Other animals in the park include leopards, jungle cats, monkeys, foxes, mongooses, jackals, wild boar, water buffalo and Various birds species. So, We hope to provide our best safari experience for you. come and visit us. Udawalawe National Park is a national park on the boundary of Sabaragamuwa and Uva Provinces in Sri Lanka. The park was created to provide a sanctuary for wild animals displaced by the construction of the Udawalawe Reservoir on the Walawe River, as well as to protect the catchment of the reservoir.
What‘s Included
Free hotel pickup and drop (udawalawe area)
4x4 Private Safari Jeep
Service of an 10 years experience driver (Also your guide).
National Park entrance tickets ($37 per person)
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Options
Jeep With No Tickets-10 Hours
Pickup included : Udawalawe area
Duration: 10 hours
Meal and Drinks: Lunch
Water Bottles
4WD
Private Safari Jeep: Private Safari including Jeep with No Ticket (10 Hours). When you go to the entrance you can buy the tickets ($37 per person)
Jeep With Tickets - 10 Hours
Pickup included : Udawalawe area
Duration: 10 hours
Meal and Drinks: Lunch
Water Bottles
4WD
Private Safari Jeep : Jeep With Tickets - 10 Hour
Private Safari Jeep :Udawalawe National Park Private Safari including Jeep with Ticket (10 Hours)
Jeep With No Tickets -7 Hours
Pickup included : Udawalawe area
Duration: 7 hours
4WD
Private Safari Jeep : Private Safari including Jeep with No Ticket (7 Hours). When you go to the entrance you can buy the tickets ($37 per person)
Jeep With Tickets - 7 Hours
Pickup included: Udawalawe area
Duration: 7 hours
4WD
Private Safari Jeep : Jeep With Tickets - 7 Hour
Private Safari Jeep : Udawalawe National Park Private Safari including Jeep with Ticket (7 Hours).
Jeep With No Tickets - 4 Hours
Pickup Included: Udawalawe area
Duration: 4 hours
4WD
Private Safari Jeep : Private Safari including Jeep with No Ticket (4 Hours). When you go to the entrance you can buy the tickets ($37 per person)
Jeep With Tickets - 4 Hours
Pickup included : Udawalawe area
Duration: 4 hours
4WD
Private safari jeep: Jeep With Tickets - 4 Hour
Private Safari Jeep : Udawalawe National Park Private Safari including Jeep with Ticket (4 Hours).
Reviews
1,500 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great driver and guide, seen many animals :)
472micha n,,Jan 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a great afternoon, we started 2 pm and headed directly to National Park. From the entrance we have seen many animals. Gimhana was very good and friendly guide, he explained us every animal we encountered, had a book with all animals in National Park showing us description etc. We noticed a looooot of animals and elephants. Very relaxing and beautiful experience to observe nature this way. We especially enjoyed last hour before sunset. Thank you!
Great time with Gimhana
Sightseer12437973104,,Jan 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our afternoon safari with Gimhana was an unforgettable experience and easily one of the highlights of our trip. From start to finish, everything felt special and well thought out. He took us to beautiful spots and helped us spot an incredible variety of wildlife, including elephants, birds, crocodiles, and mongooses. What really stood out was his passion and deep knowledge — listening to his stories and explanations made the whole safari even more meaningful. You can truly feel how much he loves what he does. We wouldn’t hesitate for a second to join another tour with him. An absolutely amazing experience
perfect safari time with Gimhana
LilyK4444,,Jan 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Today we went on an afternoon safari tour with our guide, Gimhana — and it was THE BEST 😊 We enjoyed every second of it. He showed us amazing places and lots of animals (elephants, different types of birds, crocodiles, mongooses, etc.), and he has so much knowledge. It was great listening to him — you can really see that he loves his job. We would definitely go on another tour with him. A 10/10 experience 🐘😊
Great experience!
India-Tara B,,Jan 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had an amazing experience! My first time doing a safari, and I saw so many elephants. The tour guide was super informative and kind. I highly recommend!
Elephants up close!
Philip W,,Jan 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Great safari with Dineth our driver We saw lots of elephants up close. Dineth was very respectful and allowed the elephants to come to us rather than “chasing” them Also saw crocodile, water buffalo & deer, plus plenty of bird life, especially peacocks and kingfishers Dineth was very observant, pointing out creatures we would have missed We particularly enjoyed Dineth calm, relaxed manner which made the trip feel unhurried. He also kept away from the groups of jeeps, so this felt very personal to us. Definitely recommend
Elephants
Shibas4life,,Jan 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A great experience on safari. We saw elephants, monkeys, crocodiles, mongooses, eagles, water buffalo and more. Our guide was very knowledgeable and make sure we were comfortable and tailored the trip to what we wanted to see. Although parts of the park were busy at times, it never felt too crowded. We paid the entrance fee to the park separately, this can be done with cash or card. The company also offered transfers to and from the start of the safari.
the coolest highlight of Sri Lanka
X9429LVsaraz,,Jan 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The safari trip was one of the coolest highlights of Sri Lanka. The driver was able to recognize many species of animals and had extensive knowledge about them. The tour was enriched by a wildlife book, which he showed us immediately after we spotted the animals, as well as binoculars that allowed us to see many more animals in the distance. We highly, highly recommend it.
Amazing safari experience
Julia G,,Jan 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing safari. We did the morning safari got to stop off by this lake and get amazing pictures with the sunrise. We managed to see 2 elephants fairly quickly, Gimhana being the first driver to spot both, the first elephant we had a few other jeeps see us and stop, the second he found a baby elephant and it was just us. We seen many peacocks, crocodiles and a few monkeys in the distance. The last 45 minutes was a bit dry but he was determined to find more elephants for us. When time was up and it approached 10am ( the end of our 4 hours ) we turned a corner and seen loads of elephants in the lake. A family of 4 elephants, 2 bays playing in the water. Another elephant and another 2 friendly elephants that were closer coming up to the jeeps. Gimhana knew these elephants showing his experience and he drove forwards each time the elephants tried to put their trunks in the car due to us not being supposed to touch them, other jeeps were letting tourists stroke them which isn’t allowed. This shown his respect to the elephants and national park. Gimhana was the loveliest friendliest driver, in between spotting animals we spoke a lot and got to know him. Would definitely recommend him, he was very focused on trying to find the animals and give us the best experience possible. The family of elephants at the end really made the experience. The quickest 4 hours of our life the only negative is we wish we’d done a longer tour!
Great safari
Mackie 1899,,Jan 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fabulous from the start. Communication, booking, pickup with transfer near Tangalle, respond to requests. Great knowledge of flora and fauna. Anytime we would do this tour again. Thank you.
10h Safari — well worth it
spickil,,Jan 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Really nice Safari Experience. We saw a lot of animals over the 10h Safari we did. Highly recommend doing the longer one as you go deeper into the national park and evade large groups of jeeps. Our Guide and Driver was very sweet and always tried to get us in position without disturbing the animals. Only: Do not expect indebth biological knowledge. Most of the times you'll get the name of an animal and 1-2 facts, but you'll not be able to ask indebth questions (except about Elefants). Overall 10/10 Experience :)
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