Sri-Lanka-Elefanten im Udawalawe Elephant Transit Home

Learn about protected ecosystems and responsible conservation experiences.

CategoryWildlife and Nature
Featured places5
Generally bestYear-round — varies by park
Famous destinations

Where to go — our favourite places for this experience, ready to fit into a route that suits your dates and pace.

  1. 01

    Sinharaja Forest Reserve

    Sinharaja is a protected lowland rainforest with many endemic plants and animals; visits follow designated trails with local guides.

    An African tulip tree (Spathodea campanulata) is blooming. It is an invasive species introduced to Sri Lanka by the British. In the tea field stretching downhill from the base of the tree can be seen a tea picker (the tiny white spot). On Google Earth: Tamil village 6°23'34.90"N, 80°36'16.37"E
    Sinharaja Forest Reserve
  2. 02

    Udawalawe National Park

    Udawalawe National Park surrounds a reservoir with open grassland and scrub habitats, and is particularly associated with wild elephants.

  3. 03

    Bundala National Park

    Bundala protects lagoons, salt pans and dry coastal habitats near Hambantota and is an important wetland for resident and migratory birds.

  4. 04

    Gal Oya National Park

    Gal Oya National Park surrounds Senanayake Samudraya reservoir in the east; guided visits may include boat-based wildlife observation.

  5. 05

    Elephant Transit Home

    Udawalawe

    The Elephant Transit Home near Udawalawe rehabilitates orphaned elephant calves for return to the wild; visitors follow the centre's viewing rules.

    Sri-Lanka-Elefanten im Udawalawe Elephant Transit Home
    Udawalawe Elephant Transit Home

Good to know

Wildlife sightings can never be guaranteed. We work with licensed, responsible guides and operators, and check park access rules and seasonal closures before every trip.

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