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Duration

2 Days

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

Unlimited

Languages

English

About this tour

Experience the best of Sri Lanka’s wildlife and hill country on this exciting 2-day journey from Galle to Ella. The adventure begins with an early morning transfer to Udawalawe National Park, one of the best places in Sri Lanka to see wild elephants in their natural habitat. During a thrilling jeep safari, you may also encounter water buffalo, crocodiles, deer, and a wide variety of tropical bird species.

After the safari, visit the Udawalawe Elephant Rehabilitation Centre, where orphaned and injured elephants are cared for before being released back into the wild. Watch the fascinating feeding session and learn about Sri Lanka’s elephant conservation efforts.

Following a traditional Sri Lankan lunch, continue your journey to Ella, a picturesque hill country town famous for its tea plantations, cool climate, and breathtaking mountain views. Surrounded by misty hills and lush greenery, Ella offers a relaxing atmosphere and is one of Sri Lanka’s most popular destinations for nature lovers.

This short yet memorable tour is perfect for travelers who want to combine wildlife, nature, and scenic hill country landscapes in a compact itinerary.

Highlights

  • Udawalawe National Park jeep safari experience
  • See wild elephants in their natural habitat
  • Visit the Udawalawe Elephant Rehabilitation Centre
  • Watch the elephant feeding session
  • Scenic drive from the southern coast to the hill country
  • Experience the landscapes and atmosphere of Ella
  • Opportunity to see diverse wildlife and bird species

Included/Excluded

  • Hotel pickup from Galle (Tranquil Heaven Villa)
  • Private transportation from Galle to Ella
  • Jeep safari at Udawalawe National Park (4–6 hours)
  • Visit to Udawalawe Elephant Rehabilitation Centre
  • Elephant feeding session observation
  • Lunch at a local Sri Lankan restaurant
  • Drop-off in Ella
  • Udawalawe National Park entrance tickets
  • Elephant Rehabilitation Centre entrance fee
  • Additional meals and drinks not mentioned
  • Personal expenses
  • Optional activities in Ella
  • Tips and gratuities (optional)

Itinerary

Day 1

Start point:
Galle, Sri Lanka (Tranquil Heaven Villa – pickup between 03:00 and 03:45)

Your journey begins early in the morning with pickup from Galle for a scenic drive toward Udawalawe National Park. Upon arrival, enjoy an exciting jeep safari lasting around 4–6 hours, where you may encounter wild elephants, buffalo, crocodiles, and a wide variety of birds thriving in their natural habitat.

Around midday, continue to the Udawalawe Elephant Rehabilitation Centre to observe the daily feeding session and learn about the conservation efforts dedicated to caring for orphaned and injured elephants. After enjoying an authentic Sri Lankan lunch at a local restaurant, travel onward to Ella — a charming hill town surrounded by lush tea plantations and misty mountain landscapes.

Meals:
✔ Lunch (local Sri Lankan cuisine)

Accommodation:
✔ Hotel or guesthouse stay in Ella

Included Activities:
✔ Jeep safari at Udawalawe National Park (4–6 hours)
✔ Visit to the Elephant Rehabilitation Centre and feeding session

Optional Activities:
✔ Ella village walk
✔ Tea plantation visit

Landmarks:
✔ Udawalawe National Park
✔ Udawalawe Elephant Rehabilitation Centre
✔ Ella Hill Country

Day 2

Ella to Galle

Durations

2 Days

Language

English

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