
Udawalawe safari from Ella and return back to Ella
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Is Udawalawe safari from Ella and return back to Ella worth booking?
Udawalawe safari from Ella and return back to Ella is a 6-hour experience in Ella, Sri Lanka, from $65 per person. It scores 52 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
- 52 / 100
- Rating
- Not yet rated
- Duration
- 6 hours
- From
- $65 per person
• You will pick up from your hotel in Ella and transfer to Udawalawe. • Udawalawe national park safari • Visit Udawalawe elephant transit home (on reques) Special Remarks • Package include transfer from Ella to Ud
What you get
- Entrance tickets to Udawalawe national park
- Hotel pick up and drop off
- Transfer by A/C vehicle (Car / Van) from Ella to Udawalawe
- Udawalawe national park safari
- Safari Jeep and driver
- Tea and coffee
About this experience
• You will pick up from your hotel in Ella and transfer to Udawalawe. • Udawalawe national park safari • Visit Udawalawe elephant transit home (on reques) Special Remarks • Package include transfer from Ella to Udawalawe (if you are looking for return transfer we would offer you free return transfer on same day after safari and elephant transit home visit) • You can do safari on same day that you arrive to Udawalawe or next day on your desire.
What's included
Included
- Entrance tickets to Udawalawe national park
- Hotel pick up and drop off
- Transfer by A/C vehicle (Car / Van) from Ella to Udawalawe
- Udawalawe national park safari
- Safari Jeep and driver
- Tea and coffee
- Visit to Elephant transit home Udawalawe
Not included
- Personal expenses and tips
- Entrance ticket to elephant transit home (Driver will assist you to buy tickets at the entrance)
What you'll see and do
Udawalawe National Park
You will be in one of best national park in Sri Lanka. Baby elephants, deers, water buffaloes, rabbits, pelicans, crocodiles, peacocks and many birds varieties living here. You will experience a 4 hour safari drive in the park. If you select morning safari, you can visit elephant orphanage and see how feed baby elephants.
240 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 10 minutes before departure.
Options you can book
Transfer +Safari Jeep+ Tickets
Safari with Tickets : Included hotel pickup and drop off, transport, safari jeep and park entrance tickets Pickup included
Transfer + Safari Jeep
Udawalawe safari from Ella: You will pick up from Ella and Transfer to Udawalawe. Package includes pick up, Transfer by A/c vehicle and safari jeep 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 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Nefelibata Travels
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Best time to do safari is 06:00 am in morning or 15:00 pm evening.
- Best time to visit elephant transit home is 09:00 am. 12:00 noon and 15:00 pm
- It takes approximate 03 hours of time to transfer from Ella to Udawalawe national park.
- If you want to do safari on same day your time table is as follow
- Morning safari
- 03:00 AM
- You will pick up from your hotel from Ella and transfer to Udawalawe national park
- 06:00 AM
- Udawalawe national park safari
- After safari you can enjoy your breakfast
- 09:30 AM / 12:00 Noon
- Visit Elephant transit home
- Then you will drop off to your hotel in Udawalawe or return back to Ella / Haputale / Bandarawela or Wellawaya
- Evening Safari
- 09:30 AM
- Pick up from your hotel in Ella and transfer to Udawalawe
- 12:00 Noon
- Visit Udawalawe elephant transit home
- Then you can enjoy your lunch
- 14:00 PM
- Udawalawe national park safari
- After the safari you will drop of to your hotel in Udawalawe or return back to Ella / Haputale / Bandarawela or Wellawaya
- Next Day Safari
- You will pick up from your hotel in Ella and drop off to your hotel in Udawalawe (Any time on your request).
- Next day you can enjoy either Morning safari or Evening safari
- Visit elephant transit home before or after safari
- Please feel free to contact us via whatsapp for any further details or assistance
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Good to know
- Duration
- 6 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $65 to $224
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 52
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Udawalawe safari from Ella and return back to Ella: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Ella.
How much does Udawalawe safari from Ella and return back to Ella cost?
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Prices start at $65 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Ella 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 from Ella and return back to Ella take?
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Plan for about 6 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 Ella is not rushed.
Is Udawalawe safari from Ella and return back to Ella worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 52 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 Ella, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Udawalawe safari from Ella and return back to Ella?
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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 from Ella and return back to Ella suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 6-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Udawalawe safari from Ella and return back to Ella?
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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 Ella 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 Ella and add a light layer if any part of the 6-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Udawalawe safari from Ella and return back to Ella 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 Ella 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 Ella?
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On Outty we rank every Ella experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Halpewatte Tea Factory Tour in Ella Sri Lanka, Halpewatte Tea Plantation Tour in Ella, Sri Lanka, Discover Ella - Ella Rock, Little Adam's Peak & Nine Arch Bridge. 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 Ella?
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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 Ella?
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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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