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15 Best Udawalawe Safari Tours

The elephant safaris within reach: Udawalawe’s half-day jeep drives where wild herds outnumber vehicles and the transit-home orphanage for the calves. The park guarantees elephants the way other parks promise scenery.

1.Udawalawe National Park: Half-Day Safari Tour

Discover the wild side of Sri Lanka with a half-day Udawalawe safari. Spot elephants and wildlife with expert guides for a memorable, affordable adventure.

Most Popular★ 4.9

“Our guide was absolutely amazing! He knew exactly how to avoid the crowds but still get amazing close-up views of animals! We saw a total of 16 elephants, with 4 calves - so cute! I can highly recommend this tour!”

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2.From Colombo: Sigiriya / Dambulla & Safari Day Tour

Discover Sri Lanka's highlights on a full-day tour from Colombo, including Sigiriya, Dambulla Cave, village life, and wildlife safaris.

★ 4.7

“it was a well planned day, starting with beautiful sunrise, breakfast, rock temple, golden temple, lion rock, village tour and safari, with not a dull moment. Aadhil the driver was excellent informative and outgoing. defiantly ☆☆☆☆☆”

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4.“THE ORIGINALS” Tuk Tuk Safari Sri lanka, the first and the best.

Explore Colombo via tuk-tuk on this private 3-4 hour tour, visiting temples, markets, beaches, with local food, snacks, and hotel pickup included.

★ 5.0

“What’s fabulous time we had today with Tuk Tuk Safari. Our guide was so friendly and truly a joy to spend the day with. We felt like we were spending the day with a local and by the end with a new friend. The Tuk…”

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5.Private Day Trip to Sigiriya, cave and National park Safari Tour

Experience Sri Lanka’s highlights in a day with this private tour covering Sigiriya, Dambulla Cave Temple, and Minneriya National Park safari, with personalized guides and flexible timing.

★ 4.5

“What a great tour! We started early in the morning, but it was definitely worth it. I got the chance to visit some of the most spectacular sites in Sri Lanka in just one day. I was lucky enough to see a herd of elephants…”

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6.From Colombo: Sigiriya and Dambulla Day Trip and Safari

Discover Sri Lanka's highlights on this full-day trip from Colombo, including Sigiriya Rock, Dambulla Caves, and optional safaris—balanced & authentic review.

★ 4.5

“The tour provides transport to Dambulla and Sirigiya. Our tour was amended to also include a disappointing and expensive bumpy Safari tour (to only see elephants and peacocks) or a much better and cheaper village tour. The driver very was very helpful and provided some…”

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7.Tuk Tuk Private Safari Tour Exploring Sri Lanka’s Capital Colombo

Discover Colombo’s highlights on a private tuk tuk safari with a friendly guide, exploring temples, markets, and scenic spots in a fun, authentic way.

★ 5.0

“Had a great time with Blaze! It was a wonderful way to spend my first day in Colombo and get to know the city. Lots of stops at all the sites, learned a lot about the local history and got lots of great pictures.”

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8.03 Days Highlights Of Sigiriya,Kandy,Nuwara Eliya ,Ella & Udawalawe

Explore Sri Lanka's highlights in 3 days with visits to Sigiriya, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Ella, and Udawalawe, guided by knowledgeable locals for an authentic experience.

★ 5.0

“We recently visited Sri Lanka — Colombo → Sigiriya → Kandy → Nuwara Eliya → Ella → Colombo — and had a great experience. Special thanks to Apple Vacations for upgrading our group travel booking into a private car. Our driver-cum-Read more”

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9.From Colombo: Yala National Park 4×4 Safari with Transfers

Discover Yala National Park with a private 4x4 safari from Colombo. Spot elusive leopards, elephants, and diverse wildlife in Sri Lanka’s premier park.

★ 4.6

“Dilan was perfect, beautiful journey and trip. He was very attentive, he noticed every detail even the tiniest and furthest animals. We couldn’t see any leopard but neither did anyone else. Really recommend the experience!”

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11.From Colombo: Sigiriya Rock, Dambulla & National park safari

Discover Sigiriya, Dambulla, and Minneriya in a day with this private tour from Colombo, combining history, wildlife, and cultural highlights efficiently.

★ 5.0

“This turned out, after starting pretty nonchalantly, to be a most amazing and epic journey. The high point was our jeep safari in Hurulu, where we encountered a small elephant herd, with a tusker at very close range. The drive-thru through tRead more”

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14.Colombo Tuk Tuk Safari

Experience Colombo in a fun and authentic way with a private tuk-tuk tour combining city sights, local food tastings, and lively neighborhoods for 4 hours.

★ 5.0

“Colombo is a very clean city the local people are very friendly & welcoming, we went to temples, a market that unfortunately wasn't very good but our guide & driver Chritopher made up for that by taking us to another place which Read more”

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15.From Colombo to Sigiriya Fortress, Dambulla & Minneriya Safari

Discover Sri Lanka’s highlights on this full-day tour from Colombo, featuring Sigiriya Fortress, Minneriya Safari, and Dambulla Cave Temple with expert guides.

★ 5.0

“Amazing places a to visit! My best experience in Sri Lanka. The driver was careful and took good photos. The overall experience was great.”

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More Udawalawe Safari Tours

5.0Tuk Tuk Safari Colombo Sri Lanka$28.00 4.9Galle Day Trip – River Safari, Sea Turtle & Stilt Fishermen9 - 11 hours$80 4.5Yala National Park Private Jeep Safari From Colombo & Negombo$250.00 5.0Wilpattu National Park Leopard safari from Colombo/Negambo$78.00 3.9All inclussive Udawalawa National Park Safari From Colombo12 hours$225 4.4From Colombo: Udawalawa Safari & Elephant Transit Home Tour12 hours$128 5.0All Inclusive Udawalawe National Park Safari Day Tour from Colombo and Negombo$335.00 5.0Udawalawe Safari Day Trip from South Region & Transfer to Ella$180.00 4.6Wilpattu: Private Safari Day Trip with Lunch & Entry Fees8 - 12 hours$110 3.5All inclusive Private jeep safari at Yala National park$95.00 5.0Yala National Park Full-Day Jeep Safari with Lunch$250 5.0Yala Full Day Safari with Picnic Lunch – Private & All Inclusive$175.00 4.5Colombo to Trincomalee Shuttle & Safari Drive$140.00 5.0Privet 2 Day Tour Udawalawe & Ella From Colombo$5.00 4.5Udawalawe National Park Safari With Transfers From Colombo$175.00 4.5Sigiriya Rock & Cave Temple with Jeep Safari Private Day Trip$210.00 4.5A Udawalawa Park safari, Tour from Colombo/Galle- (All inclusive)$195.00 5.0Tuk Tuk safari capital Colombo (Food and Entry Fees) Including$30.00 1.6From Colombo/Negombo: Wilpattu National Park 4×4 Safari Tour1 day$130 5.0Minneriya Elephant Safari wth Sigiriya Lion Rock from Colombo$140.00 5.0Colombo City Tuk Tuk Safari$25.00 4.5Exclusive : Overnight Leopard Safari with Luxury Glamping$622 4.9From Colombo: Yala National Park Safari with Transfer14 hours$128 5.0From Colombo: Private Minneriya National Park Day Safari12 hours$105

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