Udawalawe Safari & Baby Elephants Visit from Hambantota Port
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Embark on an Enchanting Udawalawe Safari & Elephant Transit Home Tour! Join us for an unforgettable wildlife adventure in Udawalawe National Park, home to herds of majestic elephants and rich biodiversity. Witness rescued baby elephants at the Elephant Transit Home, a heartwarming experience for nature lovers. Complimentary Pick-Up from: Hambantota port/ Hambantota. Tour Highlights: ✔ Visit Udawalawe National Park ✔ Elephant Transit Home visit ✔ Safari Jeep ✔ Professional Driver/Guide ✔ Refreshing Water & Cool Drinks ✔ Binoculars for Animal Spotting ✔ Hambantota Port Pick-up & Drop-off ️ Note: National Park entry tickets are not included and can be purchased at the gate. Why Choose Us? ✅ Premium Safari Jeeps for maximum comfort ✅ Super-experienced drivers & wildlife guides ✅ Low-cost, high-quality safari experience Experience the magic of Udawalawe—book your wildlife adventure today!
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Explore the Wild Side of Sri Lanka with Udawalawe National Park Safari Udawalawe National Park is one of Sri Lanka’s most renowned wildlife reserves, famous for its thriving elephant population. Located in the southern region, this 308-square-kilometer (119-square-mile) park lies within the island’s dry zone, creating the perfect environment for a rich variety of animal and bird life. Key Features of Udawalawe National Park: Elephants: Home to over 500–600 wild elephants, with sightings almost guaranteed on every safari. Other Wildlife: Spot leopards, water buffalo, crocodiles, wild boar, sambar deer, and monkeys in their natural habitat. Complimentary Pick-Up Available From: Yala, Tissamaharama, Debarawewa, Kataragama, Kirinda, Hambantota, Weeravila, Tanamalvila, and Lunugamvehera areas. ✨ Experience the wild like never before — book your Udawalawe safari with us today and make unforgettable memories! Your trusted low-cost, high-quality safari service provider.
The Udawalawe Elephant Transit Home isn’t just a place—it’s a mission in motion. Dedicated to rescuing and rehabilitating orphaned elephant calves, this remarkable facility nurtures young elephants until they’re strong enough to return to their natural habitat. It’s a shining example of humane conservation in action, helping to preserve Sri Lanka’s majestic wildlife heritage while inspiring global efforts to protect vulnerable species.
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Pickup Locations & Times
we are waiting for you at the hambantota port Gate number 2.
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Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(15)
Great tour guide/driver would was very knowledgable about the wide variety of animals and had wonderful customer service. We saw a wide variety of animals and appreciate the effort that invested to ensure we saw as much as possible. The safari vehicle was brand new and incredibly comfortable - definitely the best vehicle in the park! Would highly recommend this provider and plan on returning with my daughter ASAP.
Pick up from the port was on time and simple. The company representative was waiting and after checking our names, directed us to our driver who took us to our safari jeep/open air truck, which we shared with 4 others (a total of 6 in the jeep). Note that for anyone with mobility issues, getting in and out of the jeep would likely not be possible. Entry/exit was via a portable ladder that was hung on to the side of the jeep. Before setting off, it was explained that the park accepts card, but the Elephant Orphanage only accepted local currency. So, the driver took 10USD and arranged payment of the orphanage entry. The trip in the jeep was reasonably comfortable. In fact, the open air truck/jeep added to the experience even if it wasn't by any means luxurious. The hour or so drive to Udawalawe was interesting, with Oxen, Lizards and loads of dogs on the road. At the Udawalawe park, the driver helped everyone pay for their entry tickets before we set off into the park. Once in the park the roads were very rough. We were thrown about quite violently in the back of the vehicle. It wasn't an issue though and added to the adventure, but be aware if you have back problems. The safari gave us the opportunity to see loads of wildlife; we saw various birds, lizards, buffalo, monkeys, crocodiles and many elephants. The elephants were not intimidated and approached very close to the safari vehicles. It was a great experience. After spending a few hours in the park, we were taken to the Elephant Orphanage where we saw the elephants being fed. This was very entertaining. The only downside to this was that there are no seats, just concrete steps to sit on. Our group arrived 30mins or so before feeding so had to sit or stand for that time in the heat. So, it is quite uncomfortable. All in all though, a great day out and worth the price paid.
A very good experience with this company. We had a safe driver who was able to spot animals easily long before we could notice them. I would highly recommend this company.
Udawalawe is hands down one of the best places to see elephants in their natural habitat. We encountered multiple herds, and watching baby elephants play was a highlight. Our guide was fantastic—knowledgeable, friendly, and passionate about conservation. The safari was well-organized, and the ride was smooth. Highly recommend this adventure!
Thank you very much for your valuable feedback. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed our safari service. Providing our guests with exceptional and memorable experiences is always our top priority, and it is truly rewarding to know that our efforts have met your expectations. Your kind words are a great source of motivation for our team as we continue to strive for excellence in everything we do. We sincerely appreciate you taking the time to share your thoughts and look forward to welcoming you back to Sri Lanka in the future. It would be our pleasure to serve you again.
Well organised, approximately 1 hour coach journey to the elephant orphanage & then short journey to the park where you transfer into a six seater jeep. We saw elephants only 10 yards away from us, wonderful!!
Thank you so much for your valuable feedback! We are thrilled to know you appreciated our safari service. Our goal is always to provide our customers with an exceptional and memorable experience. Your kind words inspire us to continue delivering excellence. We sincerely thank you once again for taking the time to express your thoughts. We look forward to welcoming you back to Sri Lanka and serving you again in the future!
We were picked up at the port. Drive was almost an hour in a comfortable mini van. Once at the park we got on the safari jeep. The guide and driver were excellent we saw many elephants close up. It was a success. I highly recommend this tour.
Thank you so much for your valuable feedback! We are thrilled to know you appreciated our safari service. Our goal is always to provide our customers with an exceptional and memorable experience. Your kind words inspire us to continue delivering excellence. We sincerely thank you once again for taking the time to express your thoughts. We look forward to welcoming you back to Sri Lanka and serving you again in the future!
Great for families. Perfect length. Saw several bird species, lots of elephants, buffalo's, monkeys,... the baby elephants were a highlight and the safari in the park allowed us to get up, close and personal with some of the elephant families. Wonderful experience!
Thank you so much for your valuable feedback! We are thrilled to know you appreciated our safari service. Our goal is always to provide our customers with an exceptional and memorable experience. Your kind words inspire us to continue delivering excellence. We sincerely thank you once again for taking the time to express your thoughts. We look forward to welcoming you back to Sri Lanka and serving you again in the future!
The baby elephant orphanage was the best. They came out to feed and they were so much fun to watch! The safari was a highlight as well.
Thank you so much for your valuable feedback! We are thrilled to know you appreciated our safari service. Our goal is always to provide our customers with an exceptional and memorable experience. Your kind words inspire us to continue delivering excellence. We sincerely thank you once again for taking the time to express your thoughts. We look forward to welcoming you back to Sri Lanka and serving you again in the future!
This tour was a great experience to see the elephants in their natural surroundings.. The weather was a little wet but overall a great day
Thank you so much for your valuable feedback! We are thrilled to know you appreciated our safari service. Our goal is always to provide our customers with an exceptional and memorable experience. Your kind words inspire us to continue delivering excellence. We sincerely thank you once again for taking the time to express your thoughts. We look forward to welcoming you back to Sri Lanka and serving you again in the future!
The baby elephants are the best. 1 elephant is killed every 1 to 3 days so lots of orphan elephants which is very ☹︎ but they are so so so cute. Great day 10/10
Thank you so much for your valuable feedback! We are thrilled to know you appreciated our safari service. Our goal is always to provide our customers with an exceptional and memorable experience. Your kind words inspire us to continue delivering excellence. We sincerely thank you once again for taking the time to express your thoughts. We look forward to welcoming you back to Sri Lanka and serving you again in the future!
