Udawalawe Safari Day Trip with Return Transport - All Inclusive
Traveler rating
4.9/5
Based on 44 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
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Is Udawalawe Safari Day Trip with Return Transport - All Inclusive worth booking?
Udawalawe Safari Day Trip with Return Transport - All Inclusive is a 9-hour experience in Hikkaduwa, Sri Lanka, from $105 per person. It scores 80 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Exceptional”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 44 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 80 / 100
- Rating
- 4.9/5 (44)
- Duration
- 9 hours
- From
- $105 per person
Discover the wild side of Sri Lanka on a thrilling Udawalawe National Park safari. Enjoy hassle-free pick-up and drop-off from your hotel & explore the park by 4x4 jeep, spotting elephants, buffalo, crocodiles, deer, and diverse birdlife. A perfect one-day adventure for wildlife and nature lovers. (Private & All Inclusive Package) Tour Highlight: • Udawalawe Jeep Safari (3-3.5 Hours) • Visit Elephant Transit Home Inclusions • Hotel Pickup & Drop-off • Private Return Transportation (Air-Conditioned Vehicle) • All Entry Fees • Private Safari Jeep • Lunch • Bottled Water Exclusions • Drinks • Tips Key Points • Choose from Morning or Afternoon Safari • Pickup & Drop-off available from: Colombo, Mount Lavinia, Katunayake, Negombo, Waikkal, Galle, Unawatuna, Talpe, Koggala, Habaraduwa, Ahangama, Weligama, Mirissa, Matara, Dickwella, Hiriketiya, Tangalle, Ranna, Hambantota, Ella, Wellawaya, Udawalawe, Arugam Bay, Yala, Kirinda, Tissamaharama, Weerawila & Kataragma & nearby areas.
What you get
About this experience
Discover the wild side of Sri Lanka on a thrilling Udawalawe National Park safari. Enjoy hassle-free pick-up and drop-off from your hotel & explore the park by 4x4 jeep, spotting elephants, buffalo, crocodiles, deer, and diverse birdlife. A perfect one-day adventure for wildlife and nature lovers. (Private & All Inclusive Package) Tour Highlight: • Udawalawe Jeep Safari (3-3.5 Hours) • Visit Elephant Transit Home Inclusions • Hotel Pickup & Drop-off • Private Return Transportation (Air-Conditioned Vehicle) • All Entry Fees • Private Safari Jeep • Lunch • Bottled Water Exclusions • Drinks • Tips Key Points • Choose from Morning or Afternoon Safari • Pickup & Drop-off available from: Colombo, Mount Lavinia, Katunayake, Negombo, Waikkal, Galle, Unawatuna, Talpe, Koggala, Habaraduwa, Ahangama, Weligama, Mirissa, Matara, Dickwella, Hiriketiya, Tangalle, Ranna, Hambantota, Ella, Wellawaya, Udawalawe, Arugam Bay, Yala, Kirinda, Tissamaharama, Weerawila & Kataragma & nearby areas.
What's included
Included
- Bottled water
- Elephant Transit Home Entry Fees
- Private Safari Session in a Japanese Safari Jeep (Approximately 3-3.5 Hours)
- Lunch
- Private Return Transportation with an Experienced Driver-Guide
- National Park Entry Fees
- Free Pickup & Drop off
Not included
- Gratuities
- Breakfast
- Drinks
What you'll see and do
Udawalawe National Park
Udawalawe National Park offers an incredible wildlife experience, known for its wild elephants, water buffalo, crocodiles, deer, monkeys, and a variety of colourful bird species. Its open grasslands, wetlands, and scenic landscapes provide an ideal setting for unforgettable wildlife encounters. Expert-guided jeep safaris take visitors deep into the park, offering excellent opportunities to observe elephants and other wildlife in their natural habitat. With its beautiful scenery and abundant wildlife, Udawalawe provides an exciting and immersive safari adventure, making it one of Sri Lanka’s most popular destinations for wildlife enthusiasts.
180 minutes here · Admission included
Elephant Transit Home (ETH)
The Udawalawe Elephant Transfer Home is a facility within Udawalawe National Park in Sri Lanka that was established in 1995 by the Sri Lanka Department of Wildlife Conservation. Its primary objective is to rehabilitate orphaned elephant calves for ultimate release back into the wild.
30 minutes here · Admission included
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Options you can book
From Tangalle/Dikwella/Ranna
Pickup & drop off from: Tangalle, Ranna, Dickwella, Hiriketiya & nearby areas. Starting points: Dikwella, Sri Lanka Tangalle, Sri Lanka Pickup included
Pickup from Arugam Bay
Pickup & drop off from: Arugam Bay & nearby areas. Starting point: Arugam Bay, Sri Lanka Pickup included
From Tissamaharama/ Yala
Pickup & drop off from: Tissamaharama, Yala, Kirinda, Kataragama areas. Starting points: Tissamaharama, Sri Lanka Yala National Park, Sri Lanka Pickup included
From Midigama/Mirissa/Matara
Pickup & drop off from: Weligama, Mirissa, Midigama & Matara & nearby areas. Starting points: Matara, Sri Lanka Mirissa, Sri Lanka Weligama, Sri Lanka Pickup included
From Hambantota/Weerawila
Pickup & drop off from: Hambantota, Ambalantota & Weerawila areas. Starting points: Hambantota, Sri Lanka Weerawila, Sri Lanka Pickup included
From Ella/Wellawaya
Pickup & drop off from: Ella, Wellawaya & nearby areas. Starting points: Ella, Sri Lanka Wellawaya, Sri Lanka Pickup included
From Colombo/Negombo/Katunayke
Pickup & drop off from: Colombo, Mount Lavinia, Katunayake, Negombo, Waikkal, Wattala & nearby areas. Starting points: Colombo, Sri Lanka Katunayake, Sri Lanka Mount Lavinia, Sri Lanka Negombo, Sri Lanka Waikkal, Sri Lanka Pickup included
From Galle/Unawatuna/Hikkaduwa
Pickup & drop off from: Galle, Unawatuna, Talpe, Hikkaduwa, Rathgama & nearby areas Starting points: Rathgama, Sri Lanka Talpe, Sri Lanka Unawatuna, Sri Lanka Pickup included
From Ahangama / Koggala/ Talpe
Pickup & drop off from: Ahangama, Koggala, Talpe & Habaraduwa & nearby areas. Starting points: Ahangama, Sri Lanka Koggala, Sri Lanka Talpe, Sri Lanka Pickup included
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Pickup & drop off from: hotels in Udawalawe area. Starting point: Udawalawe National Park, Sri Lanka Pickup included
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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 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Bentota Travel Mart
Know before you go
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This is a full package activity which includes entrance fees, activity charges, transportation and taxes for above mentioned activities & attractions.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 44 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
7 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Food and drink
4 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Organization
3 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Traveler reviews
44 verified traveler reviews for Udawalawe Safari Day Trip with Return Transport - All Inclusive. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Udawalawe safari
Amazing trip. Guide excellent & very knowledgable. Saw sooo many elephants 🐘! Taxi pick up and drop off superb. Good communication via what’s app. Highly reccomend
via Tripadvisor
Excellent, highly recommend
Excellent day, highly recommend. Lovely to see elephants in their natural habitat. Our tour guide gave us so much information whilst on the safari. Without hesitation highly recommend Bentota Travel, excellent communication via whatsapp well done
via Tripadvisor
Highly recommended
It was a very nice tour! We got to see everything we wanted🐘🐊
via Tripadvisor
Long day but a very...
Long day but a very memorable one .. a very professionally organised tour ..lunch was simple and very fresh .. highly recommend this one
via Viator
Great day out with great views.
This is a great tour, early morning start but that’s when the animals are out. We went in July and was not super hot and no rain, plenty to see. Dinesh our driver did a great job getting us around and the safari guide got us up close to the animals. The lunch was fantastic and everything was well coordinated.
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Good to know
- Duration
- 9 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $105 to $425
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 15
- Verdict
- Exceptional
Who runs this experience
Operated by Bentota Travel Mart, who run 23 experiences we rank across 7 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 60.6.
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Udawalawe Safari Day Trip with Return Transport - All Inclusive: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Hikkaduwa.
How much does Udawalawe Safari Day Trip with Return Transport - All Inclusive cost?
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Prices start at $105 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Hikkaduwa 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 Trip with Return Transport - All Inclusive take?
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Plan for about 9 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 Hikkaduwa is not rushed.
Is Udawalawe Safari Day Trip with Return Transport - All Inclusive worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 80 out of 100, which we label "Exceptional". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 44 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Hikkaduwa, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Udawalawe Safari Day Trip with Return Transport - All Inclusive?
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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 Udawalawe Safari Day Trip with Return Transport - All Inclusive suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 9-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Udawalawe Safari Day Trip with Return Transport - All Inclusive?
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Around 15 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 Hikkaduwa 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 Hikkaduwa and add a light layer if any part of the 9-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Udawalawe Safari Day Trip with Return Transport - All Inclusive 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 Hikkaduwa 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 Hikkaduwa?
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On Outty we rank every Hikkaduwa experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Bentota River Safari By BTM (Mangrove & Wildlife Encounter), Kayaking Adventure on serene waters through mangroves, Akurala, Galle Day Trip with River Safari, Sea Turtle & Stilt Fishermen. 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 Hikkaduwa?
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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 Hikkaduwa?
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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.
What is included in Udawalawe Safari Day Trip with Return Transport - All Inclusive?
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Included: Bottled water; Elephant Transit Home Entry Fees; Private Safari Session in a Japanese Safari Jeep (Approximately 3-3.5 Hours); Lunch; and Private Return Transportation with an Experienced Driver-Guide. Not included: Gratuities; Breakfast; and Drinks. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does Udawalawe Safari Day Trip with Return Transport - All Inclusive include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered, or you can meet at the start point instead from 3295 listed pickup locations in and around Hikkaduwa. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.
What languages is Udawalawe Safari Day Trip with Return Transport - All Inclusive offered in?
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It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Udawalawe Safari Day Trip with Return Transport - All Inclusive?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is Udawalawe Safari Day Trip with Return Transport - All Inclusive wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Specialized infant seats are available. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Udawalawe Safari Day Trip with Return Transport - All Inclusive if the weather is bad?
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This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.
What do travelers say about Udawalawe Safari Day Trip with Return Transport - All Inclusive?
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Across 44 reviews averaging 4.9 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, food and drink, organization. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
What booking options are available for Udawalawe Safari Day Trip with Return Transport - All Inclusive?
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There are 11 options to choose from, including From Tangalle/Dikwella/Ranna, Pickup from Arugam Bay, From Tissamaharama/ Yala, From Midigama/Mirissa/Matara. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.
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