- Duration : 10 to 12 hr
- Maximum number of people : 6 pax
- Time : 6.30 am to 6.00 pm
Your friendly and experienced Jeep Safari Driver in Kaudulla will pick you up from your hotel at 6:30 AM, ensuring you’re ready to embark on an incredible full-day Kaudulla jeep safari. This 10- to 12-hour safari deep into the heart of Kaudulla National Park is a very biodiverse area with some landscapes that leave you in wonder. During these fresh morning hours, herds of elephants gather near the picturesque Kaudulla Reservoir, one of the highlights of the park. Along with these gentle giants, other possible sightings include the sambar deer, wild boar, and the elusive leopard, all roaming in their natural habitat. As the day unfolds, explore further into the park’s lush greenery and open grasslands,home to sloth bears, toque macaques, and jackals.
Kaudulla is also a bird watcher’s paradise with bright species of pelicans, hornbills, eagles, and kingfishers tinting the landscape with color. Around midday, your guide will find a peaceful, shaded area where you can relax and enjoy refreshments or lunch.The afternoon offers more chances to uncover Kaudulla’s secrets, as the golden hues of the setting sun transform the park’s landscapes into a breathtaking backdrop for photographs. After a day filled with incredible wildlife encounters and unforgettable memories, your jeep will return you to your hotel or original departure point, concluding your extraordinary Kaudulla Jeep Safari.
Kaudulla national park,our own Serengeti trail, up close encounters with elephants, not one or two, hundreds of them.that’s not all, its the paradise filled with Sri Lankan sambar deer, Sri Lankan axis deer, chevrotain, wild boar, Sri Lankan leopard, and sloth bear are other mammals found in the park. Kaudulla National Park is also one of the sites in which the gray slender loris is reportedly found in Sri Lanka. Following the discovery of a two-month-old albino Sri Lankan axis deer calf abandoned by her mother, it is supposed that Kaudulla is probably the only national park in Sri Lanka to have albino axis deer.
Large water birds such as spot-billed pelican and lesser adjutant visit the Kaudulla tank. Fish species in the tank include the freshwater Oreochromis mossambicus. Fejervarya pulla is an endemic amphibian to Sri Lanka that inhabits the National Park. Freshwater turtles, Indian flap-shelled turtle and Indian black turtle are the noteworthy reptiles.
Get an opportunity to see the high biodiversity of Sri Lanka in the form of its rare and endemic wildlife and avian species. You get the option of going on a morning safari or an evening safari.
Kaudulla is known for its massive elephant population, one of the biggest in the country, and serves as a key site to visit for those keen on seeing herds of the majestic beasts roaming free. The Kaudulla was officially designated as a national park on 1 April 2002. This is located in the dry zone of Sri Lanka. Based on the characteristics of the plant species that grow in this area, the National Park is classified as a dry zone evergreen forest.It is located 197 kilometers from Colombo. Kaudulla National Park is roughly one hour away from Sigiriya, and makes for a great day trip!
The dry season lies between April and October in the area where Kaudulla National Park is located. The best period to visit is suggested as being from August to December, when you can see the frequent gatherings of the elephant herds. In the other months of the year, we can also see the elephants here.However, elephants can be seen almost every month of the year. Therefore, we can call it a year-round elephant-spotting destination since you can always find elephants regardless of the climate.
During the dry season, herds of elephants and other animal species migrate towards the Kaudulla reservoir from many other surrounding national parks, like Wasgamuwa, Minneriya, and Somawathiya, as these national parks are bounded by and interconnected with each other.
On a good day, you may view and encounter herds of elephants of various sizes. Seeing close to 60-70 wild elephants in one go is not unusual in this area.It is always fascinating to observe elephants and their behavior silently in their natural habitat without disturbing them.
Price Include:
- Safari Jeep with fuel.
- Professional Safari Driver.
- Driver Chargers.
- Hotel pickup & drop off.
Price Not Include:
- Food & Drink.
- Driver Tip.
- Park Entrance Fee+
- Service fee
- Tax
Saftey Guidelines
- Not recommended for pregnant women
- Not recommended for heath patients
- Maxikum Six person per jeep
- Adult + Child above 5 Years old in a jeep
What to Bring
- Comfortable Clothing: Light, breathable clothes suitable for outdoor activities.
Closed-Back Footwear: Comfortable shoes for the safari ride and walking if needed. - Sunscreen: Protect your skin from the sun’s rays, even in the morning.
- Hat/Cap: For additional sun protection.
- Binoculars: To spot wildlife from a distance.
- Camera: Capture the breathtaking moments of wildlife and scenery.
- Water Bottle: Stay hydrated during the safari.
- Insect Repellent: To keep mosquitoes and bugs at bay.
- Light Jacket or Sweater: For early morning chills.
- Rain Gear (if necessary): In case of unexpected weather changes.
Additional Tour Information
- Group Size: This is a private tour, accommodating a maximum of 6 people per booking.
- Accessibility: Not wheelchair accessible; not recommended for those with walking disabilities.
- Age Restrictions: Minimum age is 1 year.
- Child below 5 years free of charge and child above 11 years apply for adult tickets.
- Health & Safety:
Not suitable for pregnant women.
Not suitable for new born babies.
Not recommended for travelers with heart problems, back problems, or other
serious medical conditions. - Wear comfortable clothes, shoes and a hat.
- Use good sunscreen to protect your skin.
- Guests must remain inside the jeep throughout the jeep safari Kaudulla.
- Please do not smoke or take alcoholic drinks inside the park
- Kindly ensure that no litter is thrown inside the park to help preserve its natural beauty and protect the environment for future visitors.
- Do not feed any of the animals.
- Drones are not allowed.
Please Note That
- Early morning entry is recommended for the best Kaudulla safari experience.
- For same-day and next-day bookings, please contact us by call, message, or WhatsApp with the necessary details at +94 77 9898 906 for easier processing.
- During certain seasons, the number of elephants in Kaudulla National Park may be lower. In such cases, we offer alternative tour options to Minneriya National Park, with additional fee or Hurulu Eco Park without aditional fee, ensuring you still have a great Kaudulla jeep safari experience
Cancellation and Refund Policy
- Please note that if the safari is canceled due to reasons on the customer’s side, the advance payment is non-refundable.
- This experience requires good weather. If canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Our safari tour prices DO NOT INCLUDE National Park entrance fee. We request guests to pay national park entrance fee by themselves at the park. We take you to the park ticket office at the entrance as it’s a government office.
