Sri Lanka · Safari

12-Hour Kaudulla National Park Safari from Colombo with Elephants

12 Hours Round trip from Colombo Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Evening jeep safari through Kaudulla National Park
  • 02 Spot majestic elephants in their natural habitat
  • 03 See exotic birds, Asian reptiles, buffaloes, and deer
  • 04 Explore one of Sri Lanka's most biodiverse ecosystems
  • 05 Expert naturalist-led wildlife experience

Embark on this full-day tour to discover exotic birds, reptiles, and other wildlife in Kaudulla National Park, located in the historic city of Polonnaruwa. Marvel at one of the most biodiverse ecosystems in Sri Lanka as you explore the park by jeep. Spot majestic elephants in their natural habitat and encounter Sri Lankan buffaloes, deer, and a remarkable variety of birdlife with an expert naturalist.

Along the way, you will discover why this part of the island has been declared an area of great biodiversity and special protection for birds.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 12 Hours
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
Cities Colombo, Kaudulla National Park
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

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Day 01

Evening Safari in Kaudulla National Park

  • Get picked up from your hotel in Colombo at 9:30 AM, as this is an evening safari.

  • Take a break on the way so you can have lunch.

  • Reach the entrance to Kaudulla National Park and board an all-terrain jeep to begin your brilliant safari in Kaudulla. Along the way, you will discover why this part of the island has been declared an area of great biodiversity and special protection for birds. Hundreds of wonderful species coexist in this beautiful corner of Asia. The enormous mammals are grouped into herds distributed across different areas of the national park.

  • See other wildlife such as Sri Lankan buffaloes and deer in addition to the elephants. Kaudulla is also home to an impressive number of Asian reptile species, which you will encounter on this trip.

  • End the safari and begin your journey back to Colombo. Get dropped off at your hotel in Colombo.

Kaudulla National Park, elephant herds, Colombo

Where this trip takes you

Kaudulla National Park, elephant herds, Colombo

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Colombo 2 cities · 12 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Private transportation

  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off

  • Air-conditioned vehicle

  • Bottled water

  • Lunch

  • All entrance fees

  • Safari jeep cost

What's Not Included

  • Personal expenses

  • Tips

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Colombo, Sri Lanka
Tour start
Colombo, Sri Lanka
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 12 hours finish where they began, in Colombo.

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