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South Coast

Udawalawe National Park, Sri Lanka

6.47°N 80.89°E

Open grassland around a reservoir — one of the most reliable places in Sri Lanka to see wild elephants.

An elephant and her calf grazing in Udawalawe National Park
An elephant and her calf grazing in Udawalawe National Park

Udawalawe’s open landscape around a large reservoir makes wildlife easy to spot, and herds of wild elephants are seen here throughout the year. It fits neatly between Ella and the south coast.

Top things to do

  1. 01

    Jeep safari

    Tip: Elephants are seen year-round.

  2. 02

    Elephant Transit Home

    Tip: Watch orphaned calves being fed at set times.

When to visit

Best time: All year

  1. January: good time to visit
  2. February: good time to visit
  3. March: good time to visit
  4. April: good time to visit
  5. May: good time to visit
  6. June: good time to visit
  7. July: good time to visit
  8. August: good time to visit
  9. September: good time to visit
  10. October: good time to visit
  11. November: good time to visit
  12. December: good time to visit

Tours that include Udawalawe National Park

Sigiriya rock seen from above the surrounding plains and hills
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The Whole Island in 14 Days

Two weeks for ancient capitals, tea country, two safaris and proper beach time.

Via Anuradhapura · Sigiriya · Polonnaruwa · Dambulla …

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14days

Price on request

Sri Lankan elephants bathing with their young in Yala National Park
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Wildlife Safari

Elephants in the north-central plains and Udawalawe, and leopards in Yala.

Via Udawalawe National Park

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06days

Price on request

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