Nature & Wildlife

Things to Do in Udawalawe

Experience 1

Go on a Wildlife Safari

Explore Udawalawe National Park by safari vehicle and discover elephants, buffalo, deer, crocodiles and a rich variety of birdlife.

Experience 2

See Wild Elephants

Watch herds of wild elephants moving through the open grasslands and natural habitats of Udawalawe National Park.

Experience 3

Visit the Elephant Transit Home

Learn about elephant rehabilitation and conservation at the Elephant Transit Home, where orphaned young elephants are cared for before potential release into the wild.

Experience 4

Explore the Udawalawe Reservoir

Discover the landscapes around the reservoir, an important water source for wildlife and a defining feature of the region.

Experience 5

Discover Udawalawe's Birdlife

Look for colourful resident and migratory birds across the wetlands, grasslands and forest habitats of the national park.

Experience 6

Experience a Sunrise Safari

Start the day among Udawalawe's wildlife as the early morning light spreads across the park's open landscapes.

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