Witness 300+ wild elephants roaming freely at Udawalawe, where sightings are guaranteed year-round! Unlike other parks, Udawalawe's open grasslands provide unobstructed views of elephant families, making it the best place in Sri Lanka for intimate wildlife encounters and spectacular photography.


The park was created to protect animals displaced by the Udawalawe Reservoir. Its unique reservoir ecosystem supports abundant wildlife even in dry season.
Dawn (6 AM) or dusk (3 PM) drives
Telephoto lens, sun protection, safari hat





We include exclusive reservoir routes where elephants congregate, plus support ethical wildlife tourism. Don't miss Sri Lanka's best elephant encounters - reserve now!
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