Udawalawe National Park
About This Place
Udawalawe National Park
One of Sri Lanka’s best places to view wild Asian elephants year-round, with a population of around 500 elephants. The park spans grasslands, forests, and wetlands around the Udawalawe Reservoir. It's home to 43 mammal species, 184 birds, and 135 butterfly species. Great for wildlife photography, especially during early morning or sunset safaris.
Difficulty
🧭 easy
Best Time
📅 December to April
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Accessibility & Visitor Info
160 km from Colombo; accessible by private vehicle or public transport (via Embilipitiya); 4WD required inside the park; safari jeeps widely available.
📖 Legends & Stories
No specific myths, but known for elephant conservation and biodiversity richness.
Location
📍 Find It Here
6.475000, 80.889000
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