Yala to Udawalawe Journey

Yala · Udawalawe Elephant Transit Home · Udawalawe National Park

Private From US$315

Session Full Day

A full-day wildlife journey combining a Yala Block 1 morning safari with a visit to the Udawalawe Elephant Transit Home — including the 2:30 PM milk-feeding session and the elephant museum/visitor facility — and an afternoon/evening safari in Udawalawe National Park. Approximate duration: 5:00 AM – 8:00 PM.

Wildlife sightings are never guaranteed and depend on natural conditions.

Highlights

Two national parks in one day
Elephant Transit Home visit with the 2:30 PM milk-feeding session
Elephant museum / visitor facility
Private package only

Package Pricing

All prices in USD · park fees & taxes included

Private package price for your group, 1–6 adults	Private price
1 adult	US$315
2 adults	US$410
3 adults	US$520
4 adults	US$620
5 adults	US$720
6 adults	US$815
Child 6–11 (per child)	US$67
Children below 6	Free*

Private package only. This journey is not offered as a shared safari. *Below 6: free, subject to applicable admission requirements. Guest's lunch and personal purchases are not included.

What's Included

Yala Block 1 morning safari
Udawalawe National Park safari
Elephant Transit Home visit
2:30 PM milk-feeding session
Elephant Museum / visitor facility visit
National park entrance/admission fees
Elephant Transit Home admission where applicable
Additional vehicle mileage
Safari vehicle — Toyota Land Cruiser or Hilux
Experienced and appropriately licensed safari/game driver
Pickup and drop-off within the usual Yala/Tissamaharama service area
Complimentary drinking water and cookies
Binoculars, subject to availability

Not Included

Guest's lunch
Personal purchases
Any optional activities or costs not specifically stated as included

Itinerary

A suggested itinerary for the day:

5:00 AM Pickup and Yala Block 1 safari
10:00 AM End Yala safari and depart towards Udawalawe
Around midday Lunch break — guests purchase their own lunch
2:00 PM Arrive at the Elephant Transit Home
2:30 PM Milk-feeding session
Afterwards Visit the elephant museum / visitor facility
Afternoon / evening Udawalawe National Park safari
Around 8:00 PM Drop-off

What to Wear

Dress for warm, dusty, outdoor conditions:

Comfortable, lightweight clothing suited to warm, dusty outdoor conditions
Neutral, earthy colours — khaki, olive, brown, beige or grey. Avoid bright or fluorescent colours
Comfortable closed shoes or sturdy sandals that are easy to get in and out of the vehicle in
A light jacket or long-sleeved shirt for early-morning safaris
A hat or cap and sunglasses for sun protection

Booking & Policies

Full payment is due within 5 calendar days of receiving your quotation and before the safari date; your booking is confirmed once full payment is received and a confirmation is issued.
One date change can be requested within 24 hours of your booking confirmation, subject to availability.
Confirmed bookings are normally non-refundable, subject to the exceptions in our Terms & Conditions.
Please be ready at your pickup location at least 10 minutes before the scheduled pickup time.