Udawalawe National Park Safari from Weligama
Description
Udawalawe National Park, the sixth largest animal sanctuary of Sri Lanka, is located 112 miles (180 km) from Colombo in south-central sector of the island. The park is situated just south of the Central Highlands, of which escarpment brings about an enrapturing backdrop. Udawalawe National Park established in the year 1972 with the objective of protecting the catchment area of Udawalawe reservoir, which provides water for agriculture and hydro-power generation spreads over an area 30,821 resembling an African game park.
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Itinerary
Weligama, a coastal town in Sri Lanka, captivates visitors with its idyllic charm and vibrant seaside atmosphere. Famous for its picturesque bay, palm-fringed beaches, and renowned surf breaks, Weligama is a haven for water sports enthusiasts and sun-seekers alike. The town's laid-back vibe, colorful fishing boats, and delectable seafood add to its allure, while nearby attractions like the historic Taprobane Island and the stilt fishermen offer a glimpse into the region's rich cultural and natural heritage.
You will be starting your tour from Mirissa at 11:00 am. Your chauffeur will be picking you up from your hotel and driving you to Udawalawe. You will reach the Udawalawe by 2:30 pm, proceed to Udawalawe National Park where you will meet your safari jeep to go on a lovely jeep safari. Enjoy a three-hour safari which would give you 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. See the water birds and Sri Lankan elephants for which the park is famed. Catch glimpses of the other mammals and birds, as well as the reptiles, amphibians, and butterflies. After the safari, you will return to your vehicle and you’ll get back to the hotel by 9:00 pm, completing your tour.
Weligama, a coastal town in Sri Lanka, captivates visitors with its idyllic charm and vibrant seaside atmosphere. Famous for its picturesque bay, palm-fringed beaches, and renowned surf breaks, Weligama is a haven for water sports enthusiasts and sun-seekers alike. The town's laid-back vibe, colorful fishing boats, and delectable seafood add to its allure, while nearby attractions like the historic Taprobane Island and the stilt fishermen offer a glimpse into the region's rich cultural and natural heritage.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
We pick up from your hotel in Weligama
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- 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
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Reviews(14)
Awesome experience! Couldn’t recommend enough. We were picked up from our hotel in Weligama and had the 4 hour safari option. We saw over 75 elephants and lots of other wildlife.
(J35379U03) Thank you so much for taking the time to review your experience and our service. We are thrilled to hear the lasting impression the experience has left on you, Your wonderful comments and positive feedback are a great incentive for us to further ensure and enhance our level of service for the future as well. We hope to have you again here in Sri Lanka.
The trip was amazing, we had so much fun me and my wife. I recommend you to go with them the safari driver is great and nice and very knowledgeable about the area and the animals
J34013U01 Thank you so much for taking the time to review your experience and our service. We are thrilled to hear the lasting impression the experience has left on you, Your wonderful comments and positive feedback are a great incentive for us to further ensure and enhance our level of service for the future as well. We hope to have you again here in Sri Lanka.
It’s been a great trip we booked very spontaneous. Even though everything had be organised in a very timely manner they did great. From the pickup to the tour itself it’s been definitely been one of our Sri Lankan highlights. We can 100 % recommend it
(J33912U03) Thank you so much for your lovely feedback! We’re really happy to hear that you enjoyed the trip and that everything went smoothly, even on short notice. It means a lot to know it was one of the highlights of your time in Sri Lanka. Thank you again for your kind recommendation — we truly appreciate it!
Kani drove us to the park and he was fabulous. Janaka was our safari driver and he was excellent. Janaka could spot wildlife, especially birds, which enhanced our experience. The elephants were fun to watch. They are much smaller than African elephants, so we got really close to them. Lots of fun! Be ready for a bumpy ride.
J32976U03 Thank you so much for taking the time to review your experience and our service. We are thrilled to hear the lasting impression the experience has left on you, Your wonderful comments and positive feedback is a great incentive for us to further ensure and enhance our level of service for the future as well. We hope to have you again here in Sri Lanka.
Great safari, saw many animals - elephants, birds, snakes, crocodiles, water buffalo and more. Arranged the day before and everything went smoothly
(J32788U05) Thank you for sharing your experience! We're so glad to hear you had a fantastic safari and saw so many incredible animals. It's great to know that everything went smoothly with the arrangements. We hope to welcome you back for another adventure soon!
It was a unique and beautiful experience! The organization went smoothly and especially my driver (Kani) was incredibly nice and helpful! Would book a tour or ride with him again at any time! The safari itself was also great. Experience elephants and other animals in the wild is a great experience. Under Safari Guide was also super friendly and was able to show us lots of animals and impart knowledge about them. An all-round successful day!
J32365U03 Thank you so much for taking the time to review your experience and our service. We are thrilled to hear the lasting impression the experience has left on you, Your wonderful comments and positive feedback are a great incentive for us to further ensure and enhance our level of service for the future as well. We hope to have you again here in Sri Lanka.
The experience was great. The safari guide was excellent at spotting animals and very personable. Thank you for a wonderful experience
J32037U03 Thank you so much for taking the time to review your experience and our service. We are thrilled to hear the lasting impression the experience has left on you, Your wonderful comments and positive feedback are a great incentive for us to further ensure and enhance our level of service for the future as well. We hope to have you again here in Sri Lanka.
Super organized safari tour. Already after booking we received via WhatsApp the time of pickup at the hotel with additional information about car and driver. Our driver Suranga was on time. At Udawalawe National Park the jeep was already waiting for us. We had a private tour alone in the jeep. Our driver Darmasiri from Max Safari Villa drove us through the park, alerted us to the partially hidden animals, stopped long enough so that we could watch and photograph the animals in peace. In particular, he also took care not to disturb the animals. At the end of the tour our taxi with driver Suranga was already waiting for us and brought us back to our accommodation in Weligama. We can absolutely recommend the tour!
J31884U03 Vielen Dank, dass Sie sich die Zeit genommen haben, Ihre Erfahrung und unseren Service zu bewerten. Wir freuen uns, den bleibenden Eindruck zu hören, den diese Erfahrung bei Ihnen hinterlassen hat. Ihre wunderbaren Kommentare und Ihr positives Feedback sind für uns ein großer Ansporn, unser Serviceniveau auch in Zukunft weiter sicherzustellen und zu verbessern. Wir hoffen, Sie bald wieder hier in Sri Lanka begrüßen zu dürfen.
Great Safari despite the rain. Our guide was extremely knowledgeable about the various animals and birds we saw. The elephants were definitely the highlight
J31438S03 Thank you so much for taking the time to review your safari experience and our service. We are thrilled to hear the lasting impression the experience has left on you, Your wonderful comments and positive feedback are a great incentive for us to further ensure and enhance our level of service for the future as well. We hope to have you again here in Sri Lanka. Thank you
Thanks Lakpura LLC for a perfekt day. Great servis and lots of beautiful elefants and other wild animals. Touring the park with an amazing driver was an unforgettable experiens.
J27267S1P1 Thank you so much for taking the time to review your safari experience and our service. We are thrilled to hear the lasting impression the experience has left on you, Your wonderful comments and positive feedback are a great incentive for us to further ensure and enhance our level of service for the future as well. We hope to have you again here in Sri Lanka. Thank you
