Extended Drive04 HoursUdawalawe National Park
04 Hour Safari
An extended four-hour drive in a private jeep — more time to explore deeper into the park.
— The Drive
A four-hour drive in a private jeep with an English speaking driver, binoculars and bird books on board. This extended session allows us to venture further than the standard short drive, increasing the chances of unique sightings.
— Itinerary
The drive, step by step
- Hotel pickup
Collection & park entry
Collection from your hotel, tickets handled at the gate, and a short briefing on where the herds were seen most recently.
- Reservoir circuit
Tank shoreline
The Udawalawe tank shoreline — elephant families at the water, buffalo, crocodile and eagles working the edges.
- Grassland loop
Return transfer
Open plains for spotted deer, jackal and birdlife before heading back to your hotel.
What's included
- Private jeep
- English speaking driver
- Binoculars & bird books
- Water bottles & snacks
- Hotel pickup & drop-off
Not included
- Park entrance fee (paid at the gate — not included)
- Gratuities
- Personal expenses
— Other drives
