



Kaudulla Half day Safari ( Morning or Evening )
Description
A morning or evening in Kaudulla National Park offers an exciting opportunity to witness large herds of wild elephants, especially during the dry season (August to October) when they gather around the Kaudulla Tank. Alongside elephants, you may also spot sambar deer, wild boar, peacocks, toque macaques, and a variety of birds. .Morning safari time you can see like a 20% of elephants but if you’re lucky can see more elephants. The landscape is a mix of grasslands, forests, and wetlands, making for scenic photography and excellent wildlife viewing.
Tour Details
- Meeting Point: Hotel parking or designated meeting place
- Vehicle Type: Private Safari Jeep
- Duration: 3.5 – 4 Hours
Included
- Comfortable Private Safari Jeep
- Experienced & Professional Driver
- Minneriya Park Entrance Ticket
- Park Service Fee – $10
- Jeep & Driver Entrance Fee
- Government Tax – 18%
- Hotel Pickup & Drop-off
- Binoculars
- Water Bottles
Excluded
- Tips for driver & park ranger (Recommended)
- Food & Drinks
Pickup & Return
📖 Tour Description
Meet your professional safari jeep driver from your hotel for your 3-3.5 hour morning jeep safari tour of Kaudulla National Park.
Kaudulla National Park offers an exciting opportunity to witness large herds of wild elephants, especially during the dry season (August to October) when they gather around the Kaudulla Tank. Alongside elephants, you may also spot sambar deer, wild boar, peacocks, toque macaques, and a variety of birds. .Morning safari time you can see like a 20% of elephants but if you’re lucky can see more elephants. The landscape is a mix of grasslands, forests, and wetlands, making for scenic photography and excellent wildlife viewing. At the end of the Kaudulla safari, back to hotel or tour start point. .🌿 Best Period to Visit
Dry Season (August to December)- This is widely considered the prime time for visiting Kaudulla. As water sources dry up, elephants congregate around the reservoir, creating remarkable sighting opportunities.
- Elephant numbers reach their zenith during September and October, with sightings of 200 or more elephants being common.
- Browsing across several sources, this is consistently highlighted as the best window to experience the gathering
🕒 Departure Time Comments
- Times are subject to change due to local traffic conditions.
- Hotel pickups may start earlier depending on your location. Please confirm exact time with your driver.
- Hotel pickup usually begins 30 – 60 minutes prior to tour start.
Direction to minneriya national park from departure location
- From dambulla location
- From sigiriya location
- From Minneriya location
- From kandalama location
- From habarana location
Children
Yes, children enjoy the spectacle of gathering herds (with many baby elephants). Children under 5: Free | Children 12+ : Adult TicketWhat to Bring
- Light-colored clothing
- Cap or hat
- Sunscreen
- Drinking water
- Camera
Safety Guidelines
Please do not smoke or drink alcohol inside the park. Do not get off the jeep, walk around, or feed animals. Read our Safety Guidelines for more details.Cancellation Policy
- 20+ Days before departure: 15% fee
- 15 Days before departure: 10% fee
- 10 Days before departure: 40% fee
- 8 Days before departure: 60% fee
- 2 Days or less: 100% fee
- Unusable features are non-refundable
Additional Information
- For same-day & next-day bookings: Contact us on WhatsApp +94 778902811
- Not recommended for participants with serious medical conditions
- Not recommend to pregnant women
- At times, fewer elephants may be visible. Tours may shift to Kaudulla or Eco Park (no extra fee,no refunds).