9 Udawalawe Safaris in Mirissa That Earn the Day

1.From Mirissa/Galle/Hikkaduwa: Udawalawa National Park Safari

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 106 reviews · 5 - 9 hours · from $27Our pick

Travel from Galle, Mirissa, Hikkaduwa, Matara, Tangalle, or nearby towns to Udawalawe in an air-conditioned vehicle. A safari guide takes you through the park for elephants, buffalo, crocodiles, deer, monkeys, and birds, followed by feeding time at the Elephant Transit Home. Expect a long but well-organized day, with park fees paid separately.

“Driver was perfectly on time. Super helpful Even did a pick up in Mirissa and drop off in Ella, helping us get a tuk tuk to the hotel we stayed which was down a road too narrow for cars. Car was clean and pleasant. Safe driver. Kept us informed and told us which times are best for seeing animals after booking via whatsapp. We were able to securely keep our luggage in the car during the safari without worry. We saw lots of elephants, monkeys and other animals. Safari driver was incredibly educated and made for a relaxing journey. Definitely well worth the money.”

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2.Mirissa to Ella Shuttle & Udawalawe Safari Drive with Breakfast

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 27 reviews · from $75

Travel from Mirissa, Weligama, Hiriketiya, or Tangalle to Ella, Haputale, or Bandarawela by car or van, stopping for a 3.5 to 4-hour Udawalawe safari. Your bags stay with the vehicle, while an experienced tracker helps spot elephants, buffalo, deer, crocodiles, monkeys, and birds. Breakfast, snacks, and bottled water are included.

“Although the safari was a a great experience and it was convenient to have a ride from Mirissa to Ella. Me and the group that was also in the car felt very unsafe the entire time because our driver kept falling asleep while driving. His eyes woulRead more”

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3.Mirissa, Weligama, Ahangama Transfer to Ella and Udawalawa Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 24 reviews · from $75Top rated

Travel by air-conditioned vehicle from Mirissa, Weligama, or Ahangama toward Ella, with a four-hour Udawalawe safari along the way. Kosala and his team provide breakfast, snacks, water, and private transport, while a 4x4 guide takes you in search of elephants, crocodiles, peacocks, birds, and possibly leopards. Park entry costs extra.

“Had a safe and comfortable drive from Ella to Weligama! Punctual driver who arrived just on time. Very nice with the safari on the way!”

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4.Udawalawe National Park Safari from Weligama

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 14 reviews · from $92

Leave Weligama at 11:00 am for a private drive to Udawalawe National Park, then join a jeep safari among elephants, birds, crocodiles, buffalo, and more. Chauffeurs Kani and safari driver Janaka have been praised for safe driving and sharp animal spotting. Park admission, food, and drinks cost extra.

“The trip was amazing, we had so much fun me and my wife. I recommend you to go with them the safari driver is great and nice and very knowledgeable about the area and the animals”

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5.Udawalawe National Park Safari from Mirissa

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 10 reviews · from $92

Travel from Mirissa by private air-conditioned car, then explore Udawalawe National Park in an open-top 4x4 with an English-speaking safari driver and tracker. The usual route begins at 11:00 am and reaches the park around 2:30 pm. Expect elephants, peacocks, deer, buffalo, crocodiles, monkeys, and plenty of birds, though park entry fees are listed separately.

“Great safari trip. We saw: elephants (lots of them), grey langur monkeys, water buffalo, spotted deer, a crocodile, and turtles. As well as a number of birds: peacocks, a hawk eagle, kingfisher, green bee eater, blue tailed bee eater, and junglRead more”

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6.Udawalawa National Park Safari Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 8 reviews · 8 hours · from $72

Travel from Weligama, Mirissa, Matara, Tangalle, Hiriketiya, or Dickwella to Udawalawe National Park for a three-hour 4x4 safari. Your English-speaking guide helps spot elephants, deer, buffalo, crocodiles, and birds. The day may also include the Elephant Transit Home, where orphaned elephants are fed and prepared for release.

“Day was amazing, our wishes were fulfilled and even the traffic in Sri Lanka can be nerv breaking, i felt safe because of our driver. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️”

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7.Mirissa To Ella Via Udawalawe Safari With Mirissa Cabs Sri Lanka

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews · from $190

This private transfer takes you from Mirissa to Ella in an air-conditioned vehicle with an English-speaking driver. You can stop at Udawalawe National Park for a 3 to 4 hour jeep safari, then continue to Ravana Falls, Little Adam’s Peak, and Nine Arches Bridge. Drivers such as Thilina have also helped arrange early starts and route changes.

“Took our granddaughter to Porthcawl for a few days, the weather was on our side thank goodness so we spent time on Coney beach by the fair. Beach was lovely and clean. We ate at the Royal Oak pub fab food, we also ate at The Seagull pub again awesome food very Read more”

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8.From Mirissa/ Weligama : Udawalawe Safari – Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · 8 hours · from $84

Travel from Mirissa, Weligama, Galle, Hikkaduwa, or nearby towns to Udawalawe National Park in an air-conditioned car or van. Guide Gimhana may lead the private 4x4 safari, with elephants, buffalo, deer, crocodiles, mongooses, and birds to spot. Park entrance fees are extra.

“Really nice trip! We arrived from Weligama on nice car with conditioner. Guide is a really nice person: he helped us find many animals, the guide offered a very tasty breakfast for a small extra fee. we are absolutely delighted, thank you Gimhana”

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9.Mirissa/Galle/Hikkaduwa: Transfer to Ella & Udawalawa Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · 8 hours · from $48

Travel from Matara, Mirissa, Weligama, Ahangama, Habaraduwa, Unawatuna, Galle, or Hikkaduwa to Ella by air-conditioned vehicle, stopping at Udawalawe National Park for an open-jeep safari. Guide Pathum leads the wildlife drive, with chances to see elephants, crocodiles, monkeys, buffalo, and birds. Park entry is extra.

“Amazing trip. Driver was perfectly on time and very professional. The safari guide Pathum has been wonderful and we were alone in the jeep so the experience was really incredible. Loved it! Ps: I recommend choosing Udawalawe for your safari, it’s a truly authentic experience (while in Yala, for example, the jeeps queue all together and it’s a big mess).”

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