One Day Tour from Galle/ Unawatuna/ Ahangama to Ella + Udawalawa
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Is One Day Tour from Galle/ Unawatuna/ Ahangama to Ella + Udawalawa worth booking?
One Day Tour from Galle/ Unawatuna/ Ahangama to Ella + Udawalawa is a 16-hour experience in Galle, Sri Lanka, from $100 per person. It scores 51 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 51 / 100
- Rating
- Not yet rated
- Duration
- 16 hours
- From
- $100 per person
If you have a short time for holiday to Sri Lanka or you want to have more days to relax on your holiday this is the perfect Day tour for you, this tour makes it easy, with a private vehicle and driver-guide to ferry you
What you get
About this experience
If you have a short time for holiday to Sri Lanka or you want to have more days to relax on your holiday this is the perfect Day tour for you, this tour makes it easy, with a private vehicle and driver-guide to ferry you around. After pick-up from your hotel in Galle, Unawatuna, Ahangama, Weligama or Mirissa, head for Ella to Hike in Little Adams's Peak to see the Sunrise, Visit to Nine Arches Bridge, Tea Plantation, enjoy scenic train ride from Damodara to Ella after train ride we head back to Ravana Falls to Refresh yourself and Udawalawa Elephant Orphanage. • Family friendly • See 9-Arch Bridge and Little Adam’s Peak • Scenic train ride from Damodara to Ella • Visit Ravana Falls • Observe the young elephants at feeding time • All entrance fees and taxes included
What's included
Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Bottled water
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- All Fees and Taxes
Not included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Gratuities
What you'll see and do
Galle
You can head directly to your preferred meeting point, or request pickup, we pick you up from your staying location. Just provide us right name and address of the property where you are staying, after we pick up it’s a 3-hour journey to our first place we visit, you can sleep in you comfortable Air-conditioned vehicle
180 minutes here
Little Adam's Peak View Point
Mini Adams peak is the closest and easiest hike in Ella. It is 1141 m in height and from the entrance it takes up to 30-45 min for the hike and back. Views from the summit are incredible. 360 degrees panoramic views with clouds rolling in, is a treat to watch for any traveler. Difficulty level of the hike is moderate, but make sure you be safe at the summit when trying out poses for the camera while sitting on rocks.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Nine Arches Bridge
This beautiful colonial railway bridge made of brick, which is a really nice place for photo lovers. When one stands underneath it and looks up there is a beautiful sight of ‘nine skies’ through the nine arches, hence it’s called as Nine skies bridge. It also called ‘The Bridge in the sky’ due to the sheer height.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Ella
Tea plantation We pride ourselves on being one of the best tea manufacturers in Sri Lanka and awarded for being one of the largest producers of Ceylon tea. Surrounded by lush green tea fields, you can take cool photos.
60 minutes here
Stop for breakfast (cafe or you can take breakfast with you)
60 minutes here
Demodara Loop
10.55am Train ride to Demodara to Ella. Sri Lanka's most trending beautiful train ride. Demodara is a town in the central highlands of Sri Lanka, located in the Badulla District of Uva Province. The Demodara Loop is where the track passes under itself, going around the loop and emerges from the no 42 tunnel. The Loop is 441 feet long.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Ravana Ella Falls
On the way to Udawalawa, you can enjoy the breathtaking view of Ravana falls - one of the widest falls in the country. The falls are quite impressive, if you love water and wanna have some splash time, enjoying some times in the water fall, then this is the place in Ella
60 minutes here · Admission included
Udawalawa Elephant Orphanage
14.30 pm Visit Udawalawa Elephant Orphanage. What a lovely warming visit to the orphanage to watch the elephants being fed. Feeding times are every three hours and it can get busy. It's an ethical elephant orphanage in Sri Lanka and a safe haven for orphaned baby elephants.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Udawalawa
Stop for lunch at a café, The price not Included
60 minutes here
Udawalawa
Ayurvedic Herbal Garden , Enjoy the Sri Lanka’s world-renowned spices at their source where smells of cinnamons, pepper, cardamom, nutmeg and mace overwhelm the senses and the visitors are provided an insight into an age-old industry of spice production, which attracted many a European and Asian merchant to the ports of ancient Sri Lanka.
120 minutes here
Galle
This activity ends back at the meeting point. 3-hour journey to end point, you can sleep in you comfortable Air-conditioned vehicle, Please Note that, if you are looking forward to dropping off at another location instead original picked up location after the tour, might be additionally changed according to the Distance from original picked up location.
180 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Galle
Directions to departure location is Galle and Matara road Unawatuna Eramudugaha junction to Heenatigala road after pass the Unawatuna Railway Station 10 meters you can see Chameera Cycling signboard. (300 meters from Eramudugha junction to Heenatigala road)
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 15 minutes before departure.
Ends at
Directions to departure location is Galle and Matara road Unawatuna Eramudugaha junction to Heenatigala road after pass the Unawatuna Railway Station 10 meters you can see Chameera Cycling signboard. (300 meters from Eramudugha junction to Heenatigala road)
Before you book
- Cancellation
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 10 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Chameera Cycling
Know before you go
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Please Note that, if you are looking forward to dropping off at another location instead original picked up location after the tour, might be additionally changed according to the Distance from original picked up location.
- Most travelers can participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- This is a full package activity which includes entrance fees, activity charges, transportation and taxes for above mentioned activities & attractions.
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
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Good to know
- Duration
- 16 hours
- Free cancellation
- Non-refundable
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $100 to $420
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 51
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
One Day Tour from Galle/ Unawatuna/ Ahangama to Ella + Udawalawa: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Galle.
How much does One Day Tour from Galle/ Unawatuna/ Ahangama to Ella + Udawalawa cost?
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Prices start at $100 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Galle usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does One Day Tour from Galle/ Unawatuna/ Ahangama to Ella + Udawalawa take?
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Plan for about 16 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 Galle is not rushed.
Is One Day Tour from Galle/ Unawatuna/ Ahangama to Ella + Udawalawa worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 51 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 family friendly in Galle, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule One Day Tour from Galle/ Unawatuna/ Ahangama to Ella + Udawalawa?
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No. This experience is sold on a non-refundable basis, so only book a date you are confident about. Similar experiences in the city do offer free cancellation if flexibility matters more than price.
Is One Day Tour from Galle/ Unawatuna/ Ahangama to Ella + Udawalawa suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 16-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book One Day Tour from Galle/ Unawatuna/ Ahangama to Ella + Udawalawa?
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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 Galle 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 Galle and add a light layer if any part of the 16-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does One Day Tour from Galle/ Unawatuna/ Ahangama to Ella + Udawalawa 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 Galle 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 Galle?
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On Outty we rank every Galle experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Full day / Half Day WildlifeAdventure in Yala-National-Park, Special leopard & Elephants safari - Yala - 04.30 am to 11.30 am, Sea waves sri lankan cooking class. 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 Galle?
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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 Galle?
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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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