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Udawalawe & Ella Day Tour – Full Day Highland to Wildlife Experience
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Discover the best of Sri Lanka’s natural diversity in one unforgettable day with a combined Udawalawe and Ella tour. Begin your morning with a thrilling wildlife safari in Udawalawe National Park, home to majestic wild elephants and diverse animal species. Later, journey to the misty highlands of Ella, a scenic mountain village famed for its breathtaking views, lush tea plantations, and iconic landmarks like Nine Arches Bridge and Ella Rock. This day tour is the perfect blend of wildlife adventure and hill country charm.
Activities:
- Morning Safari at Udawalawe National Park
Start your day with an early morning jeep safari across Udawalawe’s vast savannah-like terrain. Spot herds of wild elephants, crocodiles, spotted deer, water buffalo, and a variety of bird species. Guided by experienced naturalists, this safari offers exceptional photo opportunities and educational insight into Sri Lanka’s wildlife. - Visit to the Elephant Transit Home
Stop by this renowned conservation facility where orphaned baby elephants are cared for and prepared for reintroduction into the wild. It’s a heartwarming and educational experience for animal lovers. - Scenic Drive to Ella via Diyaluma Falls (Optional Stop)
Enjoy a scenic drive through tea plantations and rural countryside. Pause at Diyaluma Falls, Sri Lanka’s second-highest waterfall, for a refreshing photo stop. - Nine Arches Bridge Visit
Walk through lush forest paths to reach the iconic Nine Arches Bridge in Ella. Watch the train cross this colonial-era marvel as it snakes through the hills—a photographer’s dream. - Optional Mini Hike to Little Adam’s Peak or Ella Rock
If time permits, enjoy a short guided hike to Little Adam’s Peak, which rewards you with panoramic views of Ella Gap and surrounding mountains.
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Highlights:
Early morning jeep safari in one of Sri Lanka’s top wildlife parks
Visit to Ella’s most scenic landmarks including Nine Arches Bridge
Encounter elephants and exotic wildlife in their natural habitat
Ideal combination of adventure, nature, and photography
