
Kaudulla National Park - Private Safari from Sigiriya
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Kaudulla National Park - Private Safari from Sigiriya is a 3-hour experience in Sigiriya, Sri Lanka, from $28 per person. It scores 54 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 54 / 100
- Rating
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- Duration
- 3 hours
- From
- $28 per person
Watch one of the World largest wild Asian Elephant Gathering at Kaudulla National Park on this private jeep safari tour. Accompanied by an experience safari game driver, view the elephants eating, bathing, and playing in
What you get
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (Sigiriya city area hotels only)
- All taxes and service charges.
- Jeep is just for your party (Max 6 Passengers per jeep).
- Professional Safari driver (Also your tracker)
About this experience
Watch one of the World largest wild Asian Elephant Gathering at Kaudulla National Park on this private jeep safari tour. Accompanied by an experience safari game driver, view the elephants eating, bathing, and playing in their natural environment on banks of the Kaudulla Tank. If you are lucky at inside the park, it’s possible to see deer, wild buffalo, iguana, Ash/purple-faced monkeys. Also assorted birds like eagle, Hawk, parrot, Green bee eater & peacocks.
What's included
Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (Sigiriya city area hotels only)
- All taxes and service charges.
- Jeep is just for your party (Max 6 Passengers per jeep).
- Professional Safari driver (Also your tracker)
Not included
- Entrance Ticket for Jeep-only bookings (Usd 18+Tax per person to be paid in cash)
- Food and drink
- Hotel pickup and drop-off, if outside of Sigiriya (can be arrange with extra fee)
- Driver & Ranger Tips
What you'll see and do
Kaudulla National Park
Meet your safari game driver from your sigiriya hotel at 5.30am for morning tour and meet at 1.45pm for evening private jeep safari tour of Kaudulla National Park. You can select 2 tour options. Morning safari or Evening Safari. Morning safari is better for mostly bird watching & might see few elephants. Also for see many elephants gathering, evening safari is recommended. . Experience “The Gathering,” a name given to the elephants that assemble on the banks of the Kaudulla Reservoir during the dry season. The Kaudulla gathering is one of the world largest grouping of wild Asian elephants at any given time. View the famous elephants as they graze on the grasses growing on the tank bed. Perhaps you’ll spot any of the park’s diverse wildlife, including deer, wild buffalo, grey langers, Ash/purple-faced leaf monkeys, porcupines, and assorted birds. When your tour is complete, your vehicle will return you to your hotel in sigiriya
180 minutes here · Admission not included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Sigiriya
Be infront of Bank of ceylon (Kimbissa Junction)
Meeting point
Sigiriya
Be infront (out side) of Ekho Sigiriya Hotel
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 60 minutes before departure.
Ends at
Be infront of Bank of ceylon (Kimbissa Junction)
Ends at
Be infront (out side) of Ekho Sigiriya Hotel
Options you can book
Kaudulla Evening Safari
Kaudulla Evening: Private: Kaudulla Park - Evening Safari from Sigiriya Pickup included
Kaudulla Morning Safari
Private Safari Jeep Kaudulla Morning: Private: Kaudulla Park - Morning Safari from 6.30am Pickup included
Safari Jeep & Tickets (3 hrs)
KES-Pvt/Tkt:: Kaudulla National Park Private Safari from Habarana Including Safari Jeep with Tickets (3 hrs) Pickup included Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 6 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- New Royal Tours
Know before you go
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Admission tickets to Kaudulla National Park can be purchased at the park's ticket office upon arrival
- Not recommended for participants with heart complaints, back problems or other serious medical condition
- Child entry fee Usd 5+Tax (Child below 5 year is Free. Kids between 6 - 11 Year apply Child rate)
- For same day and next day bookings, you must contact the local service provider to provide your hotel name, address & working phone number / Whatsapp number with country code
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Good to know
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $28 to $324
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 54
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Kaudulla National Park - Private Safari from Sigiriya: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Sigiriya.
How much does Kaudulla National Park - Private Safari from Sigiriya cost?
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Prices start at $28 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Sigiriya usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Kaudulla National Park - Private Safari from Sigiriya take?
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Plan for about 3 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Sigiriya is not rushed.
Is Kaudulla National Park - Private Safari from Sigiriya worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 54 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (0/5 across 0 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Sigiriya, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Kaudulla National Park - Private Safari from Sigiriya?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Kaudulla National Park - Private Safari from Sigiriya suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 3-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Kaudulla National Park - Private Safari from Sigiriya?
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Around 0 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Sigiriya can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Sigiriya and add a light layer if any part of the 3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Kaudulla National Park - Private Safari from Sigiriya start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Sigiriya within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Sigiriya?
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On Outty we rank every Sigiriya experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Sajee’s Place Cooking Class sigiriya, Private Jeep Safari at Minneriya National Park to Visit Elephants, Organic cooking class sigiriya (kumara & family). The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Sigiriya?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Sigiriya?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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