Udawalawa National Park Day Tour
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Is Udawalawa National Park Day Tour worth booking?
Udawalawa National Park Day Tour is a 8-hour experience in Colombo, Sri Lanka, from $330 per person. It scores 53 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4.4/5 rating across 5 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 53 / 100
- Rating
- 4.4/5 (5)
- Duration
- 8 hours
- From
- $330 per person
Udawalawe Safari Day Tour is organized by Asya Tours Kalutara ( ATK ) for the tourists who stay at Kalutara .If anyone is looking to explore wild safari with witnessing large group of Elephants & various kind of animals,
What you get
About this experience
Udawalawe Safari Day Tour is organized by Asya Tours Kalutara ( ATK ) for the tourists who stay at Kalutara .If anyone is looking to explore wild safari with witnessing large group of Elephants & various kind of animals, then Udawalawe National Park is the most identical and famous place for that. This is one of the popular day excursions for the travelers who stay at kalutara and surroundings. Attractions & Activities – • Udawalawe National Park Jeep Safari • Witness Milk Feeding to Baby Elephants at Udawalwe Elephant Orphanage
What's included
Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Private Safari Jeep
- Entry/Admission - Udawalawa Elephant Transit Home
- Fully Insured Air Conditioning Vehicle
Not included
- Lunch/Your Personal Expenses
What you'll see and do
Udawalawe National Park is located in the south of Sri Lanka and is a popular destination for those hoping to spot wild elephants. It is quite possibly the best place in Sri Lanka to see elephants throughout the year as there are a few hundred elephants within the park, and you can sometimes witness a herd of females moving or bathing together in the wild.
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Udawalawe National Park
Framed by soaring highlands on its northern boundary, the Udawalawe National Park is one of the world's best places to see wild elephants. Largely comprised of grasslands and bush forest, it's also one of the best national parks in Sri Lanka for game spotting.
360 minutes here
Udawalawa Elephant Orphanage
Elephant Transit Home , you will be able to see milk feeding at Udawalawa
120 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 30 minutes before departure.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 10 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Asya Tours
Know before you go
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 5 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
2 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Value for money
2 mentionsTravelers feel they got more than they paid for.
Organization
2 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Good for families
2 mentionsReviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.
Knowledge and storytelling
1 mentionReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Food and drink
1 mentionThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Traveler reviews
5 verified traveler reviews for Udawalawa National Park Day Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Rushed experience.
This trip is advertised as 6 hours in the National park and 2 hours at the orphanage. This is what actually happened. Ww were pick up at 5am from our hotel in Kalutara, he drove very slowly up the motorway arriving at the park at 8am and we were immediately put onto a truck. We drove around for 2 hours only returning to the start and led into the orphanage for the 10 15am feeding. After 1 hour we were gently ushered out of the orphanage, had a brief break for lunch and were told that is the end and had to get back into the car. We then sped back down the motorway, taking a big detour to deliver groceries to the drivers sister. So our 6 hour safari and 2 hours with the baby elephants turned into 2 hours and 1 hour. This was not good value for the large sum charged for the trip.
Response from the operator: Thank you for sharing your feedback on your recent experience with us. We understand that you have some concerns and are requesting a refund. Which you already contacted the TripAdvisor Our goal is always to provide an excellent experience, and we value open, honest communication to resolve any issues. We also kindly ask that any feedback or reviews reflect the experience fairly, so we can address any genuine concerns directly. If you have specific feedback about your tour, please feel free to share so we can consider ways to improve and work towards a fair resolution. We're here to listen and to ensure that any issues are handled with transparency and integrity. Thank you again for reaching
via Tripadvisor
To have !!!
We took an elephant ride and went to the orphanage and bathed in the river.
via Tripadvisor (translated)
Day trip to Udawalawa National Safari park
We booked a full day private tour with Prasad to Udawalawa National Safari park. Coach arrived at 5am for the approx 3hour journey from Bentota. Coach was spacious, clean and had air conditioning. We stopped initially at the elephant transition centre where we watched the orphaned and injured elephants being fed. Then on to the Safari park where Prasad had arranged for two Safari jeeps to meet us. The tour around the Safari park was amazing and we saw wild elephants, water buffalo, deer, jackal, monkeys, crocodiles, chameleon, kingfishers, a stork and several parrots. Our guide was very knowledgeable and provided us with binoculars to see the animals. Prasad organised a great day for us and we were able to pay him in either £’s or rupees. Prasad was really friendly and knowledgeable and spoke very good English. He was easy to contact via WhatsApp and his mobile. The cost of the day was very reasonable and great value. We would highly recommend using this company and doing this trip.
via Tripadvisor
The Lovely Prasad
In a big group of 14 including 2 young kids. We did 2 airport trips with Prasad and rolled in short stop off in Colombo. So bespoke arrangements always available. We did a lovely Galle trip as well and we added in places we wished for. Also the safari Udawalawa. All handled perfectly. Our host Prasad really makes you feel looked after. Happily recommend Asya Tours to anyone visiting Sri Lanka.
via Tripadvisor
Trips in Sri Lanka
We made few nice trips with both children Claudia (4,5) a William (6), feeding elephants, visited safari with wild animals,then we made trip to sea turtles hatchery, snorchling with turtles, visited nice city of Galle. All amazing thanks to Prasad and his great organizing skills.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 2
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 53
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Udawalawa National Park Day Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Colombo.
How much does Udawalawa National Park Day Tour cost?
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Prices start at $330 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Colombo usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Udawalawa National Park Day Tour take?
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Plan for about 8 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 Colombo is not rushed.
Is Udawalawa National Park Day Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 53 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.4/5 across 5 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Colombo, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Udawalawa National Park Day Tour?
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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 Udawalawa National Park Day Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 8-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Udawalawa National Park Day Tour?
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Around 2 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 Colombo 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 Colombo and add a light layer if any part of the 8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Udawalawa National Park Day Tour 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 Colombo 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 Colombo?
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On Outty we rank every Colombo experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Flexi dates on all 5 to 7 days packages for car and English speaking driver, Sri Lanka Personal Tour Driver in private vehicle, 08 Nights in Magical Sri Lanka. 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 Colombo?
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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 Colombo?
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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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