Hiriketiya/Tangalle to Ella via Udawalawe Safari –
Overview
Turn your journey from Sri Lanka’s southern coast to the scenic highlands into an unforgettable wildlife adventure with this Tangalle or Hiriketiya to Ella transfer via Udawalawe National Park.
Instead of spending the day travelling directly to Ella, enjoy the opportunity to experience one of Sri Lanka’s best-known wildlife destinations along the way. Your journey begins with a convenient pickup in Tangalle or Hiriketiya before heading inland towards Udawalawe National Park, famous for its open grasslands, scenic reservoirs, and impressive population of wild Asian elephants.
Explore the park on a safari in a suitable wildlife-viewing vehicle and keep your camera ready for elephants, water buffalo, crocodiles, deer, and a variety of birdlife. Wildlife sightings are never guaranteed, but the park offers a memorable opportunity to discover Sri Lanka’s natural heritage.
After your safari, continue towards Ella, a beautiful highland destination known for its green mountains, tea-growing landscapes, and relaxed atmosphere. This convenient combination of coastal pickup, wildlife exploration, and onward transfer makes the experience ideal for travellers who want to make the most of their travel day.
With applicable entrance fees, bottled water, parking, and road tolls included in the package, you can enjoy a smoother journey without arranging each part separately.
Travel from the southern coast to Ella with a wildlife experience along the way, combining convenient transport, nature, and adventure in one memorable trip.
Highlights
- Explore a famous Sri Lankan national park and look for wild elephants, buffalo, deer, and native birdlife.
- Travel from the southern coast through changing landscapes, rural villages, and beautiful countryside.
- Combine wildlife exploration with a convenient onward journey to Sri Lanka's scenic hill country.
Places featured
- Udawalawe National Park
Additional information
Essential Information
- Pickup locations: Tangalle or Hiriketiya, Sri Lanka.
- Destination: Ella, Sri Lanka.
- Main attraction: Udawalawe National Park.
- Duration: Approximately 7–9 hours, subject to the safari schedule, pickup location, traffic, and road conditions.
- Experience type: One-way transfer combined with a wildlife safari.
- Transport: Convenient transfer, with a separate safari vehicle if required by park regulations and the selected package.
- What to bring: Camera, sunglasses, sun protection, a hat, and comfortable clothing.
- Wildlife sightings: Elephants and other animals may be seen, but sightings cannot be guaranteed.
- Safari conditions: The route and safari duration are subject to park opening hours, weather, wildlife conditions, and park regulations.
- Children: Children must be accompanied by a responsible adult and follow the safari operator's safety instructions.
- Luggage: Inform the operator in advance about the number of passengers and luggage size to ensure suitable vehicle arrangements.
- Meals: Not included unless specifically stated in the booking package.
- Pickup details: Provide your exact accommodation name and preferred pickup time when booking.
- Important: This is a one-way journey ending in Ella. The actual arrival time may vary depending on safari duration and traffic.
What's Included
- Pickup from your accommodation in Tangalle or Hiriketiya.
- Convenient transfer to Ella via Udawalawe National Park.
- Udawalawe National Park entrance fee.
- Udawalawe safari jeep experience, according to the selected package.
- Bottled drinking water during the journey.
- Parking fees.
- Applicable road tolls.
- Driver and transport costs for the agreed itinerary.
- Drop-off at your accommodation in Ella.
Not Included
- Meals, snacks, and drinks beyond the included bottled water.
- Personal expenses and souvenirs.
- Tips and gratuities, which are optional.
- Travel insurance and personal accident coverage.
- Optional activities not specified in the package.
- Additional stops or route changes outside the agreed itinerary.
USD 239.80
Cancellation terms follow the selected product and supplier policy.
Secure checkout - Full payment is collected at checkout unless the product explicitly states otherwise.
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