Udawalawe is a nature lover’s paradise, best known for the Udawalawe National Park, a sanctuary famous for wild elephants gathering and diverse wildlife. Visitors can enjoy safari tours, birdwatching, and scenic landscapes, making Udawalawe an ideal destination for eco tourism and wildlife adventures.
Udawalawe National Park Safari
Udawalawe National Park in Sri Lanka is a popular destination for wildlife enthusiasts and photographers. The park is known for its abundant wildlife and stunning landscapes, including a large population of elephants. Visitors can observe elephants bathing, feeding, and socializing at the Udawalawe Reservoir. The park also features a diverse array of fauna, including leopards, sloth bears, sambar deer, water buffalo, and crocodiles. Over 200 bird species can be seen, including the colorful peacock, crested serpent eagle, and kingfishers and hornbills. The park’s landscape is a mix of grasslands, forests, and wetlands, providing a picturesque backdrop for the safari. Guides offer insights into the park’s ecology and wildlife behavior. Traveling in a comfortable 4×4 vehicle ensures optimal viewing and photography. Udawalawe National Park plays a vital role in wildlife conservation and protection, contributing to Sri Lanka’s natural heritage preservation.
Where to stay & eat in Udawalawa
Personally recommended places — ask Kura to book any of them for you.
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Tours that include Udawalawa
Kura’s Adventure. Negombo, Kithulgala, Nuwaraeliya, Ella, Haputale, Udawalawa, Mirissa & Bentota
Kura’s All Ceylon. Negombo, Kalpitiya, Anuradhapura, Mannar, Jaffna, Trincomalee, Sigiriya, Polonnaruwa, Riverstone, Kandy, Mahiyanganaya, Batticaloa, Arugambay, Ella, Nuwaraeliya, Haputale, Udawalawa, Yala, Tangalle, Mirissa, Sinharaja, Galle & Bentota
Add Udawalawa to your trip
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