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Two elephants in a green meadow

Sabaragamuwa–Uva border

Udawalawe

One of the best places on the island to see elephants in the wild.

Udawalawe National Park is famous for large herds of wild elephants grazing on open plains around the reservoir.

Its open landscape makes it a great choice for a first safari and for families.

Elephants in tall grass
A close-up of an elephant
A tusker elephant in the water

Udawalawe

Highlights

  1. 01

    Wild elephants

    Elephant herds on the open plains.

  2. 02

    The reservoir

    A watering place for animals and birds.

  3. 03

    Elephant Transit Home

    A centre caring for orphaned calves before their release into the wild.

Explore

Things to do

  • Jeep safari
  • Feeding time at the Elephant Transit Home (centre schedule)

Practical information

Best for
Elephants, families
How long to stay
Half a day
Tip
Easy to combine with the drive from Ratnapura or the south coast to Ella.

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