Why Udawalawe instead of Yala?

Better for elephants! 250+ elephants vs Yala's leopard focus. Less crowded too.

When is best for safari?

Year-round for elephants. Afternoon safari recommended.

What's the Elephant Transit Home?

Orphaned elephant rehabilitation center. Feeding times at 9 AM, noon, 3 PM, 6 PM.

Can we continue to south coast?

Yes! Tangalle is just 1.5 hours from Udawalawe.

How many elephants will we see?

Typically 50-100 elephants per safari. Often more than Minneriya.

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Ella to Udawalawe Transfer

Mountains to elephants: from Ella's peaks to Udawalawe's wild herds.

95 km

2.5-3 hours

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Private Transfer from Ella to Udawalawe

From misty mountains to elephant grasslands. This 95 km journey descends from Ella's spectacular heights to Udawalawe National Park—home to 250+ wild elephants. The perfect safari stop between tea country and south coast.

Distance

95 km

from Ella

Travel Time

2.5-3 hours

approximate

Best Time to Travel

Morning for afternoon elephant safari

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Meet & Greet Service

Driver waits with your name board at arrivals

Flight Tracking

We monitor your flight and adjust for delays

Free Cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours before for full refund

Child Seats Available

Free child seats on request

English-Speaking Drivers

All drivers speak fluent English

Fixed Prices

No hidden fees, no surge pricing

Route Information

Everything you need to know about your journey from Ella to Udawalawe

Your Journey

Ella

Pick-up location

95 km2.5-3 hours

Scenic drive with professional driver

Udawalawe

Drop-off at your hotel

Route Highlights

1
Mountain village departure
2
Hill descent
3
Safari country arrival
4
Elephant park entry

Travel Tip

Morning for afternoon elephant safari

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Transfer to Udawalawe

$70USD

LKR 22,500

One-way

Includes: Meet & greet • Flight tracking • 60 min free waiting • All tolls & taxes

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Popular Attractions in Udawalawe

Discover these amazing places during your visit. We can take you there!

Udawalawe Safari

250+ wild elephants year-round.

Nine Arch Bridge

Ella's iconic viaduct.

Elephant Transit Home

Baby elephant rehabilitation.

Ravana Falls

Waterfall at Ella entrance.

Need a ride to these attractions?Book a day tour

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Everything you need to know about traveling from Ella to Udawalawe

About 2.5-3 hours (95 km) descending from mountains.

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