Wild Elephant Safaris
Experience high-probability sightings of large wild elephant herds roaming open plains.
Udawalawe National Park
Sri Lanka's Famous Wild Elephant Haven
Located on the boundary of Sabaragamuwa and Uva Provinces, Udawalawe National Park is one of Sri Lanka’s premier elephant sanctuaries. Created to provide a refuge for wild animals displaced by the construction of the Udawalawe Reservoir, the park features expansive open grasslands, bushlands, and riverine habitats that closely resemble an African savanna. Renowned for guaranteed wild elephant sightings, it is also home to water buffaloes, spotted deer, crocodiles, and a rich variety of birdlife.
TOP THINGS TO DO IN SIGIRIYA
Highlights
Elephant Transit Home
Visit the nearby rehabilitation center where orphaned elephant calves are cared for before release.
Bird Watching
Spot vibrant endemic and migratory birds including eagles, hornbills, and waterfowls.
Udawalawe Reservoir
Enjoy scenic views of the massive reservoir framed by distant central hill range backdrops.
Diverse Wildlife Sightings
Discover mugger crocodiles, water monitor lizards, sambar deer, and elusive leopards.
Open Savanna Photography
Capture stunning wildlife photos amidst clear, unobstructed landscape fields.
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