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Best experience
It was an amazing tour. The guide was so knowledgeable about the park and the animals it was impressive. He took beautiful pictures which he all provided for us in the end. I would book a tour with him again!
04 Hours Safari Jeep Tours
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At a glance
- Duration
- 4 hours
- Price from
- $35 / person
- Location
- Udawalawa, Sri Lanka
- Rating
- 4.3 / 5 · 6 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Hotel pickup
- Available
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- SriLanka Best Safari Udawalawe National Park
Description
At Sri Lanka Best Safari – Udawalawe, we offer personalized and unforgettable safari experiences. Unlike other tours, we focus on giving our travelers a peaceful, private, and immersive wildlife experience — often away from the crowds. Expert Knowledge: I personally guide every tour with deep knowledge of Udawalawe and Yala, helping you spot leopards, elephants, and other wildlife that many others miss. Flexible and Caring: We adapt the trip to your interests and pace, ensuring your comfort and safety at all times. Memorable Moments: From close wildlife encounters to amazing photo opportunities, we make sure every moment is unforgettable. Whether it’s your first safari or your dream wildlife adventure, our tours provide an authentic, safe, and personalized journey through Sri Lanka’s wild heart
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 7 times a day, 5:30 AM–6:00 PM
- Next available
- Fri, Oct 9
- Group price
- $35 per vehicle, up to 6 people
Out at sunset: the 2:00 PM departure is under way when the sun sets, around 5:53 PM in the coming weeks.
In demand: 60 of the next 210 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 8.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Udawalawe National Park
Udawalawe (also known as Udawalawa) is a small town located in the southern part of the Ratnapura District in Sri Lanka. It is situated in close to the district's boundary with the Hambantota District and Monaragala District. Udawalawe Town CountrySri LankaProvinceSabaragamuwa ProvinceDistrictRatnapura DistrictTime zoneUTC + 5: 30 (Sri Lanka Standard Time) The town is the main entry point into the Udawalawe National Park which is a major National Park in Sri Lanka which is renowned for its high population of wild Asian elephants. The Udawalawe National Park located approximately 160 km (99 mi) away from Colombo, is the closest national park to Colombo. The town is also notable, because of the Uda Walawa Reservoir, which was created in 1969, following the construction of a 3.9 km (2.4 mi) dam and a 6MW hydro-electric plant on the Walawe river. The reservoir is the 3rd largest reservoir in Sri Lanka.
Udawalawa Elephant Orphanage
Sri Lankan elephants (Elephas maximus maximus) are an endangered species and their survival in their natural habitats is threatened due to human activities. Elephants in the wild are constantly being killed, and many elephant calves become orphaned. In order to support these orphaned elephants, the Department of Wildlife Conservation set up the Elephant Transit Home within Udawalawe National Park with help from the Born Free Foundation. [2] The facility was established under the 29th Amendment to the Fauna and Flora Protection Ordinance Part II. [3] As of 8 February 2009, 39 orphaned elephant calves were being looked after. [4] The elephant calves are released to the jungle after they become strong enough to survive in their natural habitats. As of 2008, sixty-five elephants had been released to the jungle.
Ahungalla
After three hours from the hotel in Ahungalle, Udawalawe National Park will be reached by private car, and we will take you to the safari jeep to start the safari from that place and we are committed to make it the sweetest trip you will ever have in Sri Lanka.
What's included
Included
Private transportation
Bottled water
All Fees and Taxes
Pickup Locations & Times
We'll meet you at the park's gates or in your parking or hotel
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.3
6 reviews
How it compares in Udawalawa
- No. 35 by number of reviews among 83 tours in Udawalawa
Excurgo comparison of 83 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does 04 Hours Safari Jeep Tours take?
04 Hours Safari Jeep Tours lasts about 4 hours. The itinerary has 3 stops.
How much does 04 Hours Safari Jeep Tours cost?
Prices start at $35 per person for this Udawalawa experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 3 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does 04 Hours Safari Jeep Tours run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, with 7 departures a day between 5:30 AM and 6:00 PM.
Does 04 Hours Safari Jeep Tours sell out?
It can: 60 of the next 210 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Can I cancel 04 Hours Safari Jeep Tours for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. We'll meet you at the park's gates or in your parking or hotel Pickup points include The River Face Safari Resort, Hostel Udawalawe.
What languages is 04 Hours Safari Jeep Tours offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Specialized infant seats are available
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is 04 Hours Safari Jeep Tours worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.3 out of 5 across 6 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by SriLanka Best Safari Udawalawe National Park.
Reviews(6)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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Beautiful park and great experience
Beautiful park and a great experience. The tour was wonderful during the morning. We didn't get to see any leopards but it was too warm at thw time we went. The driver was very sharp and spotted small lizards, chameleons, eagles Nd an owl from far. I qould recommend taking a hand held fan as it gets warm when the vehicle stops for pictures.
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Safari is the best
I applied for the safari tour individually with Udawalawe Safari Fun. I went alone, so I thought I would be put on a tour somewhere, but I had a completely private trip. I really enjoyed seeing so many animals, including a herd of mother and calf elephants, peacocks, foxes, buffaloes, hummingbirds, kingfishers, etc. The guide also entertained us by asking us animal quizzes to keep us from getting bored.
K
DO NOT BOOK THIS TOUR. TOUR GUIDE WILL NOT SHOW UP!
If I could give ZERO stars I would. First, we woke up at 4:00 to be ready in time for our tour guide to pick us up and THEY NEVER SHOWED UP. We called the TripAdvisor hotline who then contacted the tour guide after us waiting for 1 hour and he said he was sleeping. He had confirmed the tour days prior to and didn’t even offer an apology. After we advised that we wanted to cancel because we waited for almost 2 hours, the tour guide called my phone about 7-8 times repeatedly and sent me several messages asking me to pay for another tour and that he could come get us later. I blocked him and we carried on about our day. ZERO stars and definitely do not recommend!!!
Operator response
I apologize for the mistake and the inconvenience this has caused you. Due to an illness that occurred to me for a few days, this page was served by another officer of ours for a few days, but he has been dismissed from our company as he has served irresponsibly. Also we have not confirmed your booking. From this comment of yours, I see that you made this comment out of hatred. I have been doing these services for over ten years now and nothing like this has ever happened before. And as soon as I came to know this, I was informed by a WhatsApp message that this service can be provided to you and that you can provide a car to come from Riu Ahungalle to Udawalawe and you have to make the payment for that coming car . For our service, we will pick you up in the jeep from Udawalawe. Also, if you come from Ahungalle to Udawalawe, you will get the same service. This gives the impression that the comment you have given is an act of low status by a human being. That's because I informed you through WhatsApp app that you can provide this service. When I say that, you don't pay attention to it and ask yourself how easy it is to comment as you want. No problem, I know in my heart that I am fair and it is very unfair to say this when you have the opportunity to get that service. I request all travelers who are viewing this comment to have faith in our company and join us for this service. This is the only valid comment here. From that you can imagine how happy the other tourists who got our service are. Getting comments like this motivates me even more and keeps me going. Thank you very much for this comment.
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Great elephant safari
We had a great time on safari with Subhan! He was super knowledgeable about the animals and did his best to find great sights for us. Our favourite moment was when he took us to a group of around 20 elephants who walked right in front of / next to us! We really enjoyed our trip and will book again if we come to Udawalawe again!
J
Amazing tourguide, wonderful sightings of elephants.
We were so lucky with Subhash! You can tell he is experienced and has a lot of knowledge about the elephants. The best thing about Subhash is that he is very patient. He saw a herd of elephants (with babies!) in the distance and suggested that we waited for them to get closer. We were the only car waiting, and we waited for over 30 minutes. It was SO worth the wait! The herd came close - as Subhash had predicted - and we got the best view of them! Our only regret is that we didn’t book 2 tours that week :). We highly recommend booking with Subhash!
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