SAFARIS · HIKKADUWA SAFARIS
Good hikkaduwa safaris fill up weeks ahead and the great ones go first. Below: the 4 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
Review of the Yala Safari from Sri Lanka’s south coast, with leopard sightings, elephant encounters, costs, timing, guides, and practical advice.
“It was amazing! Our driver Tikiri, tried everything to make sure we saw all the animals, but sadly they were a bit scarce as it had rained a lot the night before. It is a truly amazing experience and highly recommended!”
Combine a Yala safari with a convenient transfer from Sri Lanka’s south coast to Ella, with wildlife, an air-conditioned ride, and strong value.
“Sasanka was a fantastic guide and driver, we had the most amazing experience.”
Review of the Udawalawe safari from Sri Lanka’s south coast, with elephant sightings, guide tips, costs, transport advice, and feeding times.
“We were a bit unsure at first when booking this activity. The reviews were too good, almost too good to be true. After the activity I cannot find anything negative to say. Our driver Janaka picked us up from our Airbnb precisely at 12 and drove us to the park. He was very talkative and told us many interesting facts about the country as well as showing us many locations on the way. The drive was very comfortable with AC and water in a nice car! At Udawalawe the safari jeep was already waiting for us (no waiting time) and our guide Pathum showed us the best spots in the…”
See elephants, crocodiles, birds, and more on a private Udawalawe safari with hotel transfers, lunch, and Elephant Transit Home feeding.
“Great trip! Comfortable transport in an air conditioned car to Udawalawe National park, before swapping to a jeep for the park. Guide was friendly, knowledgable and made every effort to make sure we had a good safari. It was sad to see how many calves there were at the Elephant orphanage, but the orphanage seemed ethical and did have the elephants best interests in mind Nice lunch at a local restaurant before returning to our hotel”
Open 4x4, battered jeep, quad bike, camel or balloon basket.
