
Udawalawe Safari Day Tour From Kandy
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September 2026
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4.7/5
Based on 3 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
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Is Udawalawe Safari Day Tour From Kandy worth booking?
Udawalawe Safari Day Tour From Kandy is a 12-hour experience in Kandy, Sri Lanka, from $180 per person. It scores 47 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4.7/5 rating across 3 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 47 / 100
- Rating
- 4.7/5 (3)
- Duration
- 12 hours
- From
- $180 per person
Get close to local wildlife in the Sri Lankan wilderness. See whole herds of elephants feeding, bathing and playing. Look out for buffalo, monitor lizards, deer, monkeys. park's location in the dry zone of Sri Lanka.
What you get
About this experience
Get close to local wildlife in the Sri Lankan wilderness. See whole herds of elephants feeding, bathing and playing. Look out for buffalo, monitor lizards, deer, monkeys. park's location in the dry zone of Sri Lanka. experience of the great Sri Lankan wilderness.
What's included
Included
- Private transportation
- Other
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- English speaking driver.
- Entrance fees for the historical temple of Maha Saman Devalaya and the gem museum in Ratnapura.
Not included
- Entrance fees for udawalawe national park
- Guide fees.
- Food and drinks
- Four wheel jeep saffari
What you'll see and do
Maha Saman Dewalaya
Visit the historic temple of Maha Saman Devalaya, a shrine dedicated to the god Saman, a Buddhist deity considered to be the guardian of Ratnapura.
60 minutes here
Udawalawe National Park
Get a first-hand experience of the great Sri Lankan wilderness in the Udawalawe National Park. Admire the park's location in the dry zone of Sri Lanka, with a picturesque majestic mountain range in the background. Spot some of the many aquatic birds that make the reservoir area their home, or the many other animals - such as elephants - that visit it for water daily. Spend the rest of the exciting tour exploring the best of this unique landscape, including a two-hour Jeep Safari to see the beautiful elephants of the park. Keep an eye out for buffalo, monitor lizards, deer, monkeys, and the occasional leopard.
150 minutes here · Admission not included
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers.
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 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- vishwa colombo tours
Know before you go
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 3 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
1 mentionTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Organization
1 mentionPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Traveler reviews
3 verified traveler reviews for Udawalawe Safari Day Tour From Kandy. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Awasome
Full of enjoyment this tour . The guide also gave a good support and helpful. The hotel arrangements good. No any issues Good safari trip . Enjoyed well . Thanks Terrance. Wish Colombo travels . I love it
via Tripadvisor
Nice
I was in Colombo for 3 days. I booked 2 one day tours from this tour company. They managed my time well and organized the perfect tours as per my requirements.highly recommend.. It's good tour
via Tripadvisor
Great tour experience
We went to udawalawe elephant safari. That was a very interesting tour where we saw many elephants! It was really great and I would recommend it. Thank you for the fun trip!
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 12 hours
- Free cancellation
- Non-refundable
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $180 to $600
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 1
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 47
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Udawalawe Safari Day Tour From Kandy: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Kandy.
How much does Udawalawe Safari Day Tour From Kandy cost?
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Prices start at $180 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Kandy usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Udawalawe Safari Day Tour From Kandy take?
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Plan for about 12 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 Kandy is not rushed.
Is Udawalawe Safari Day Tour From Kandy worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 47 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.7/5 across 3 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable outdoors in Kandy, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Udawalawe Safari Day Tour From Kandy?
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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 Udawalawe Safari Day Tour From Kandy suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 12-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Udawalawe Safari Day Tour From Kandy?
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Around 1 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 Kandy 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 Kandy and add a light layer if any part of the 12-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Udawalawe Safari Day Tour From Kandy 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 Kandy 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 Kandy?
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On Outty we rank every Kandy experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Explore Kandy City Tour by Tuk Tuk, Tours and Transportation in Sri Lanka, Chauffeur guide and Tour organizer. 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 Kandy?
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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 Kandy?
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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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