Please contact us and confirm the pickup location & time.
Description
Enjoy a private safari in Udawalawe National Park, spotting elephants, foxes, mongoose, wild boars, leopards, and more.
Schedule & prices
Runs
Every day
Start times
6:00 AM, 8:00 AM, 10:00 AM, 11:00 AM, and 2:00 PM
Next available
Fri, Oct 9
Adult (ages 13–98)
$39
Child (ages 0–11)
$22
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $75.
Larger groups pay less per person.
Out at sunset: the 2:00 PM departure is under way when the sun sets, around 5:53 PM in the coming weeks.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 8.
Tour Options
Jeep With Tickets - 10 Hours 10 hours
Duration: 10 hours
Lunch and Water bottles : Free Lunch and Water bottles
Pickup included
Jeep Without Tickets - 4 Hours 4 hours
Duration: 4 hours
Private Safari Jeep: Private Safari including Jeep with No Ticket (4 Hours). When you go to the entrance you can buy the tickets.
Pickup included
Jeep Without Tickets - 10 Hour 10 hours
Duration: 10 hours
Lunch and Water bottles: Free Lunch and Water bottles
Entrance Tickets: Purchase your entrance tickets at the park gate
Pickup included
Jeep With Tickets - 4 Hours
Pickup included
Jeep With Tickets - 7 Hours 7 hours
Duration: 7 hours
Lunch and Water bottles : Free Lunch and Water bottles
Pickup included
Jeep Without Tickets - 7 Hours 7 hours
Duration: 7 hours
Lunch and Water bottle: Free Lunch and Water bottles
Entrance Tickets: Purchase your entrance tickets at the park gate
Pickup included
What's included
Included
4WD Private Safari Jeep (Maximum of 6 passengers per jeep)
Pickup Locations & Times
Please contact us and confirm the pickup location & time.
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.9
17 reviews
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How it compares in Udawalawa
No. 23 by number of reviews among 83 tours in Udawalawa
Starting price $39 is 22% above the typical $32 for tours of similar length in Udawalawa
Excurgo comparison of 83 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
Public transportation options are available nearby
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 Safari tours in Udawalawa take?
Safari tours in Udawalawa lasts about 4 hours.
How much does Safari tours in Udawalawa cost?
Prices start at $39 per person for this Udawalawa experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $75. There are 6 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Safari tours in Udawalawa run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 6:00 AM, 8:00 AM, 10:00 AM, 11:00 AM, and 2:00 PM.
How much does Safari tours in Udawalawa cost for children?
Children aged 0–11 pay from $22, adults from $39.
Can I cancel Safari tours in Udawalawa 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. Please contact us and confirm the pickup location & time. Pickup points include Olivi Palace.
What languages is Safari tours in Udawalawa offered in?
The experience is available in DE, 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.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Safari tours in Udawalawa worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 17 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Udawalawe National Park Safari Adventures.
Reviews(17)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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miriamfeliciab
August 24, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Animal lovers paradise
We booked through Green Paradise Cottage and they organized everything really well and for a good price. The guide was excellent, we saw a family of wild elephants, some lone male ones, crocodiles, jackals, spotted dear and numerous beautiful birds. Super recommended for animal lovers!
Operator response
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed your safari experience with us and were happy with the arrangements and our guide. 🐘🦜
It’s fantastic to know that you had the opportunity to see so many incredible animals, including wild elephants, crocodiles, jackals, spotted deer, and beautiful birds. We truly appreciate your kind words and recommendation.
It was a pleasure having you with us, and we hope to welcome you back for another unforgettable wildlife experience in the future! 🌿🐘
Warm Regards,
Udawalawe National Park Adventures 🐘🐾
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Excursion11613937697
July 21, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
A Memorable Safari in Udawalawa
We booked the safari through our wonderful hosts at Green Paradise Cottage in Udawalawa. Our driver, Pasindu, was very experienced, timely, drove carefully, and explained a lot to us about the animals we saw. He well-organized itinerary that let us enjoy wildlife without stress. Our children, aged 5 and 10, were also very happy, and we can highly recommend this tour. Julia and Family
Operator response
Dear Julia and Family,
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! 😊 It was truly a pleasure to host your lovely family at Green Paradise Cottage.
We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed your Udawalawa safari and that Pasindu helped make it such a memorable experience. Knowing that both of your children had a great time means so much to us.
Thank you for your kind recommendation. We hope to welcome you and your family back to Sri Lanka and Green Paradise Cottage again in the future for more unforgettable adventures.
Wishing you safe travels and all the very best!
Warm regards,
Udawalawe National Park Safari Adventures 🐘🐾
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E1602QAnataliaj
June 2, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Half day tour in Udawalawa
Fantastic half day safari with Pasindu. We saw lots of elephants, crocodiles, monkeys and interesting birds. Pasindu is a very kind and attentive guide, who made us feel very comfortable from the get go and shared lots of interesting stories about safari life. Recommend to anyone!
Operator response
Thank you so much for your wonderful review!
We are thrilled to hear that you had a fantastic half-day safari with Pasindu and enjoyed seeing so many elephants, crocodiles, monkeys, and fascinating birdlife.
Pasindu has over 10 years of safari guiding experience in Udawalawe National Park, and his knowledge of wildlife, tracking skills, and passion for nature help create memorable experiences for our guests. We are delighted that his friendly and attentive service made you feel comfortable throughout your safari.
Thank you for your recommendation and for choosing us. We truly appreciate your support and look forward to welcoming you back for another unforgettable wildlife adventure in the future.
Best regards,
Udawalawe National Park Safari Adventures 🐘🐾
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OskarB86
May 10, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Great hosting
Great service and Green paradis cottage was a wonderful place with lovely food and hosting. Everything from food, housing and arrangement with the safari was great. Perfectly suited for our family that have kids that was 3 & 6 years old
Operator response
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We are delighted to hear that you and your family had a great experience with the safari tour and your stay at Green Paradise Cottage. It means a lot to us that you enjoyed the food, accommodation, and our hospitality.
We are especially happy to know that the arrangements were comfortable and enjoyable for your children as well. Creating a relaxing and family-friendly experience is always our goal.
We truly appreciate your kind recommendation and hope to welcome you and your lovely family back again for another memorable safari adventure in Udawalawe! 🌿🐘
Warm regards,
Udawalawe National Park Safari Adventures 🐘🐾
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lau_m89
April 15, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Magical encounter with elephants!
We booked this safari experience through our host at Green paradise cottage. The safari they organized for us was incredible. The driver picked us up right at our guesthouse. Our guide Pasindu was knowledgeable, drove safely, helped us set up both our kids with their car seats in the jeep, and was genuinely nice. We saw so many elephants, including babies. Our guide was patient and gave us plenty of time to take in our encounter with these beautiful animals. We are so happy we chose to come here instead of way too popular Yala. There weren’t many jeeps and everyone was respectful of the animals, something that was very important to us. We highly recommend this tour!
Thank you, Laura and Joseph
Operator response
Thank you so much, Laura and Joseph, for your wonderful review!
We’re truly delighted to hear that you had such a magical experience with the elephants at Udawalawe National Park. It means a lot to us that you enjoyed the peaceful environment and respectful wildlife viewing, which is exactly what makes Udawalawe so special.
We’re especially happy to know that Pasindu took great care of your family and made the journey comfortable and memorable for both you and your kids. Your kind words about his knowledge, safe driving, and patience will surely mean a lot to him.
It’s also great to hear that you appreciated the less crowded experience compared to Yala National Park — we always aim to provide a more relaxed and authentic safari.
Thank you again for choosing Green Paradise Cottage Udawalawe and trusting us to organize your safari. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you and your family back again in the future!
Warm regards,
Udawalawe National Park Safari Adventures 🐘🐾
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bertrand2519
April 3, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Perfect 😍
Excellent service, the driver was very friendly, explained lots of things, and spotted lots of animals! Great safari, one of the most beautiful in Sri Lanka.
Operator response
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! 😍
We’re truly happy to hear that you had a great safari experience with us at Udawalawe National Park. It means a lot to know that our driver made your journey enjoyable by sharing knowledge and helping you spot so many animals.
Your kind words about the beauty of the safari and our service really motivate us to keep doing our best. We hope to welcome you again for another amazing adventure in the future!
Warm regards,
Udawalawe National Park Safari Adventures 🐘🐾
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josjeh2026
March 23, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Even more than hoped for!
The safari was excellent! Even more than I could hope for; the guide is very friendly, relaxed and professional. He choose the time and places to go and we saw more than 40 elephants! Many baby ones and we got to see them from up close as the guide picked great spots to stay so they came to us. Lunch was also delicious and perfectly organized. Binoculars were top notch. Thanks for the great day! Would recommend to everyone!
Operator response
Thank you so much for your wonderful review!
We’re absolutely delighted to hear that your safari experience exceeded your expectations. Seeing over 40 elephants, especially the little babies up close, truly is something magical—and we’re so happy you got to enjoy those special moments.
Your kind words about our guide mean a lot to us. We always aim to provide a friendly, relaxed, and professional experience while making sure our guests are in the best spots to enjoy wildlife safely and comfortably.
It’s also great to know you enjoyed the lunch and our binoculars—every detail matters to us when creating a memorable safari day.
Thank you again for your recommendation. We’d love to welcome you back for another adventure in the future!
Warm regards,
Udawalawe National Park Safari Adventures 🐘🐾
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989liisp
March 17, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Fantastic safari experience
We had amazing safari experience that was organized by Mr Lahiru. Price was fair and the jeep was only for our small group. Saw many different animals and birds, our driver explained us about the park, animal behavior etc. They took care of everything (transfers, entrance fees and even proper breakfast while driving), so we were able to just sit back, relax and enjoy the view :) I can very highly recommend them!
Operator response
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! 😊
We’re truly happy to hear that you had an amazing safari experience with us. It means a lot to know that you enjoyed the private jeep, the variety of wildlife, and the insights shared by our driver. We always aim to make the journey comfortable, informative, and memorable for our guests.
We’re especially glad you appreciated the full service—from transfers to breakfast—so you could simply relax and enjoy the beauty of the park.
Your kind recommendation really encourages us to keep delivering the best experience possible. We hope to welcome you again for another unforgettable safari in the future! 🌿🐘
Warm regards,
Udawalawe National Park Safari Adventures 🐘🐾
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shon g
March 17, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Unforgettable morning surround by elephants
I booked a safari with viator recently during my trip to sri lanka.from the day i've booked owner contacted and assisting.
They picked me up from the homestay i was staying and head out to park before sunrise.
From the movement we entered the national park it was absolutely beautiful scenary.even after 2mints passee we spot our first elephants.it was a pack.and afterwards one by one we spot lots of animals.deers/crocodiles/lots of birds/ buffalos everything.
What more exiting was to stay with 4 elephants for while during the tour.they were literally right beside my seat.with a small baby elephant 😍
Big thanks to them.(mr navodya and the driver mr.sumudu)they made my day absolutely wonderful.
Driver was expert on every road in the jungle.there was a time we didnt follow other jeeps but went on different path.by doing so we spot much more animals.
I would recommend for anyone who's visiting udawalawe.
Operator response
Thank you so much for this amazing review! 🌿🐘
We’re truly delighted to hear that you had such a memorable safari experience with us at Udawalawe National Park. Spotting elephants so early in the morning—especially a herd with a baby—is always magical, and we’re glad you got to enjoy that special moment up close.
A big thank you for your kind words about Mr. Navodya and Mr. Sumudu. We’re proud to have such a dedicated and knowledgeable team, and it means a lot to know they made your journey even more enjoyable. Exploring different routes and avoiding the crowds is something we always try to do, so our guests can experience the true beauty of the park.
Your recommendation truly means the world to us, and we hope to welcome you again for another unforgettable adventure in the future! 🌅🐾
Warm regards,
Navodya
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Chanaka L
May 24, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Unforgettable Safari Experience in Udawalawe!
Our safari at Udawalawe was absolutely amazing! A huge thank you to Mr. Lahiru, who made the entire experience smooth and enjoyable. He was incredibly friendly and supportive throughout our journey — from arranging transfers to helping with meals and everything in between. His warm hospitality truly stood out. A special mention to his kind-hearted wife as well, who added an extra touch of care to our trip.
Highly recommended if you're looking for a personal, well-organized, and memorable safari adventure! 🐘🌳🚙
Operator response
Thank you so much for your heartfelt recommendation! It was truly a pleasure to host you and be a part of your safari adventure at Udawalawe. We’re so glad to hear that you enjoyed the experience and felt well taken care of. Your kind words mean the world to both me and my wife - we always strive to make every guest feel at home and ensure their journey is as smooth and memorable as possible.
We’d love to welcome you back anytime for another unforgettable adventure! Safe travels and warm wishes until we meet again. 😇
Warm regards,
Udawalawe National Park Safari Adventures 🐘🐾
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