Udawalawe National Park Private Safari – Elephant Encounters Year-Round

• 🐘 Year-round elephant sightings, one of the most reliable in Sri Lanka.
• 🚙 Private 4x4 Jeep – Comfort, flexibility, and no shared seating.
• 🏞️ Stunning landscapes: grasslands, forests, and the Udawalawe Reservoir.
• 🐦 Over 200 bird species and a variety of mammals.
• 📸 Perfect for wildlife photographers and first-time safari-goers.

What’s Included

• Private safari jeep with experienced driver/tracker
• Park entrance tickets included when "Jeep with Tickets" is selected
• Services of an experienced Naturalist when "with Naturalist" option is selected
• Free Pickup/Drop-off from any location within 5 km of park gate
• Bottled water
• All Taxes and Service Charges

What’s Not Included

• Park entrance tickets when "Jeep Only" is selected
• Pickup/Drop-off outside a 5 km radius (available at extra cost)
• Meals and beverages
• Gratuities
• Personal expenses and souvenirs

Logistics & Meeting Point

• 📍Pick-up / Meeting Point: Udawalawe National Park Entrance Gate

Unless you've requested hotel pickup, your driver will meet you directly at the main entrance gate to Udawalawe National Park. We recommend arriving 15 minutes before your chosen safari start time.

• Meeting Time:
  • Morning Safari – 5:30 AM
  • Afternoon Safari – 2:30 PM
  • 10-Hour Safari – 5:30 AM 
• Duration: Approx. 3 hours, 10 hours

Exact meeting point pin and guide contact details will be shared upon booking confirmation.

Why Choose This Safari

• Guaranteed elephant sightings throughout the year.
• Truly Private & Personalized: No mass tours, no mixed groups.
• Birdwatcher’s paradise with over 200 species recorded.
• Abundant wildlife including water buffalo, sambars, and jackals.
• Vast open plains offering excellent photography opportunities.
• Community-Based: Operated by locals, benefiting the surrounding villages.
• Conservation-Centered: Every booking supports park preservation efforts.

This is One’s Destination at its core — ethical exploration with an eco-luxury soul.

Introduction

Venture into Udawalawe National Park , one of Sri Lanka’s premier destinations for observing elephants in the wild. This park offers exceptional year-round elephant encounters, often within close range, making it a must-visit for both nature lovers and photographers. Its open grasslands and shimmering reservoir provide a picturesque backdrop for your private 4x4 jeep safari.

Whether you choose a morning safari for crisp light and active wildlife or an evening safari for golden-hour magic, Udawalawe delivers an unforgettable wildlife experience every time.

The Experience

As the first light spills across Udawalawe National Park, your private 4x4 safari jeep rolls gently into the heart of the wild. Led by an expert driver-guide or naturalist guide, you'll journey through open plains, bush forest, and shimmering waterholes — all alive with the movement of free-roaming elephants, water buffalo, jackals, peacocks, eagles, and crocodiles.

This experience is designed for those who seek meaning in travel: real, unfiltered encounters with nature. No crowds. No gimmicks. Just you, the wilderness, and a guide who knows its secrets.

What to Bring

• Light, neutral-colored clothing
• Hat, sunscreen, and sunglasses
• Binoculars and camera with zoom lens
• Light jacket for early mornings or unexpected rain

Need to Know

• 👥 Maximum 6 guests per jeep
• 🗓️ Flexible rebooking up to 48 hours prior
• 🧃 Optional add-on: Local breakfast or sundowner picnic
• 📞 Contact support for custom group sizes, photographers, or special requests

Experience the wild beauty of Udawalawe National Park on a private safari designed for comfort, flexibility, and close-up encounters with Sri Lanka’s iconic wildlife. Book your adventure today and witness elephants and more in one of the island’s most scenic reserves.