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Discover unforgettable adventures and natural beauty at Udawalawe National Park.
Discover unforgettable adventures and natural beauty at Udawalawe National Park.
UDAWALAWE PARK
Sri Lanka’s Best Place to Spot Elephants
UDAWALAWE PARK
Sri Lanka’s Best Place to Spot Elephants
Welcome to Udawalawe National Park, a sanctuary where nature thrives in its purest form. Udawalawe park is considered to be one of the most outstanding wildlife spots in the island, in the edge of the wet and dry areas of Sri Lanka, it is a place where the elephants graze freely, birds fly, and the beats of the wild are felt more than any other place.
This national park occupies an area of 308.2 square kilometres and is glorified by the incredible biodiversity and beautiful open landscapes. Udawalawa is an experience of a lifetime that all wildlife and nature photographers, as well as a plain nature lover will never forget, it is an experience that embodies the whole essence of the natural beauty of Sri Lanka.
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RECOGNIZED WORLDWIDE
Award-Winning Wildlife Destination
RECOGNIZED WORLDWIDE
Award-Winning Wildlife Destination
Recognized for excellence year after year, Udawalawe National Park has been honored with the Tripadvisor Travelers’ Choice Award from 2020 through 2025 — celebrating the unforgettable wildlife experiences and natural beauty that inspire visitors from around the world.
ELEPHANT TRAIL UDAWALAWE
A Sanctuary for Giants
ELEPHANT TRAIL UDAWALAWE
A Sanctuary for Giants
Elephant population in the park is, by far, the most attractive attraction at the park. Udawalawe park offers one of the best chances to see these gentle giants in the wild in Asia with over 500 of these animals residing in the park. The open grasslands and the dispersed woodlands make it the only park where visitors are able to see herds at a very close- by grazing, bathing and socializing in their natural surrounding.
Every time one comes to a place it feels like a new story is being told – the herds of mothers, taking their calves through the plains, lone bulls wandering in the golden sun, and the groups of animals approaching the Udawalawe Reservoir as it gets dark. This is what makes the park be what it is, and it is one of the most desired wildlife parks in Sri Lanka.
BIRD PARADISE UDAWALAWE
A Haven for Birds and Biodiversity
BIRD PARADISE UDAWALAWE
A Haven for Birds and Biodiversity
Udawalawe National Park has a remarkable diversity of wildlife other than elephants. The park boasts of water buffalo, sambar deer, mongoose, jackals and crocodiles among others. It is also a haven of birdwatchers and has over 200 types of birds including the Sri Lankan junglefowl, crested hawk eagle, painted stork, and colourful bee-eaters.
The wetlands that surround the reservoir are active with flocks of waterbirds during the migratory season hence giving a spectacular scene to the photographers as well as those who like nature. All the sounds, colors, and actions narrate about the perfectly balanced ecosystem, which is insured and conserved to be implemented in the generations to come.
WHAT VISITORS SAY
Real Stories from Travelers
WHAT VISITORS SAY
Real Stories from Travelers
Travelers from around the world have shared their unforgettable moments at Udawalawe National Park on Google Reviews. From the sight of wild elephants to the serenity of the landscapes, their stories capture the park’s true beauty.
UDA WALAWE NATIONAL PARK
udawalawe vs yala
UDA WALAWE NATIONAL PARK
udawalawe vs yala
Even though Udawalawa is less commercial than other parks like Yala national park, it offers one of the most authentic wildlife experiences in the country. The flat terrain and open spaces of the park also make the park the right place to view the animals in their natural behavior, with no barriers and distractions.
Visitors can enter through the main gate located about 12 kilometers from Udawalawe city. Park is open between 6: 00 am to 6:00 pm and the cool mornings are ideal to watch wildlife. An average tour across the park is 3-8 hours and gets through different ecosystems such as grasslands, wetlands and forested regions.
Udawalawe is a paradise of photography lovers – morning light, the earth and the magnificent animals produce images that are forever imprinted in the memory after the visit.
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