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15 Best Yala & Udawalawe Safaris from Galle

I’ve lined up the Yala and Udawalawe safaris that run from Galle, because the two parks suit different trips. Udawalawe is closer and all but guarantees elephants; Yala holds the island’s famous leopards, plus the crowds chasing them. Either way, expect a pre-dawn pickup.

1.Galle/Mirissa/Hiriketiya: Drop to Ella & Udawalawa Safari

Discover Sri Lanka’s wildlife and scenic landscapes with this door-to-door safari tour from the coast to Ella, featuring authentic wildlife sightings and stunning mountain views.

Most Popular★ 4.9

“The driver was very kind and efficient, our tour guide Sachin was so knowledgeable and brought us to all the spots to see very different animals. Smooth and seamless tour, highly recommend!”

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2.Bentota River Safari By BTM (Mangrove & Wildlife Encounter)

Experience Sri Lanka’s wildlife and mangroves on a private 2-hour Bentota River Safari. Spot crocodiles, birds, and monkeys with expert guides.

★ 5.0

“Absolutely loved our tour. Our guide was extremely knowledgeable and made our tour memorable. We saw a lot of wildlife and thoroughly enjoyed it. Even the heavy rain didn’t take away from the experience”

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5.Yala Safari Day Trip From Galle/ Unawatuna/ Ahangama/ Weligama

Embark on an unforgettable adventure with our Yala Safari Day Trip. Witness exotic wildlife, stunning landscapes, and create memories that will last a lifetime. Click now!

“We had a great time. Our tour operator was friendly and knowledgeable. The lunch was tasty and the day ran smoothly. We saw almost everything and felt safe and happy the whole day.”

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6.Udawalawe National Park Safari Trip From Galle/Mirissa/Ella

Embark on an unforgettable safari adventure! Discover the breathtaking beauty of Udawalawe National Park from Galle, Mirissa, or Ella. Click now and experience nature at its finest!

★ 5.0

“Fantastic experience with Nandana who is simply a wonderful human being. As a Naturalist, he was able to enrich our safari experience immensely, pointing our various wildlife in discussion with the driver in the park. He also made a couple Read more”

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7.Udawalawa National Park Half Day Safari

Experience the thrill of a Udawalawa National Park Half Day Safari. Get up close and personal with majestic wildlife in their natural habitat. Join us today!

★ 5.0

“Amazing guide. The safari tours and whale watching were absolutely incredible. Shehan has excellent knowledge of the industry and is professional and reliable. Thanks to him, you can truly experience and see the beauty of Sri Lanka at its best. It’s definitely worth it, we…”

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8.Mirissa to Ella Shuttle & Safari Drive

Uncover the breathtaking beauty of Sri Lanka's Mirissa to Ella journey with our exclusive shuttle and safari drive. Experience adventure like never before!

★ 4.5

“Although the safari was a a great experience and it was convenient to have a ride from Mirissa to Ella. Me and the group that was also in the car felt very unsafe the entire time because our driver kept falling asleep while driving. His…”

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10.Udawalawe National Park Safari Half-Day Tour From Tangalle

Embark on a thrilling half-day safari at Udawalawe National Park from Tangalle. Witness incredible wildlife encounters and create unforgettable memories. Book your adventure now!

★ 5.0

“A great wildlife experience exploring Udawalawe National Park with an early morning start via tuk tuk from Tangalle and pick up jeep. Lucky to see a wide variety of wildlife including elephants, monkeys, spotted deer, monitor and huge range Read more”

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11.Mirissa, Weligama, Ahangama Transfer to Ella and Udawalawa Safari

Discover the ultimate Sri Lankan safari and transfer experience, combining wildlife adventures at Udawalawe with seamless transport from Mirissa to Ella for only $75.

★ 5.0

“Kosala was an amazing tour guide for us from Weligama to Ella via Udawalawe National Park! I originally booked just for myself, but made a few friends along my travels and he accommodated having them join us wonderfully, and was able tRead more”

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12.Udawalawe Safari Day Trip From Galle/Unawatuna/Ahangama/Weligama

Experience the thrill of a Udawalawe Safari Day Trip from Galle/Unawatuna/Ahangama/Weligama. Witness breathtaking wildlife up close and create unforgettable memories. Book your adventure now!

★ 5.0

“It was really a very nice experience. All the transfer was very good organized, no problem at all. Lunch was nice. The tour was very interesting, guide showed us a lot of things. Because of the dry season and the noon sun a lot of…”

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13.GO WILD! Double Safari Day Trip (Yala & Udawalawe) – Private & All Inclusive

Prepare for a wildlife extravaganza like never before as you embark on the GO WILD! Double Safari Day Trip - where thrilling encounters await at every turn.

★ 5.0

“The trip was excellent! Our guide at udawalawe was exceptional, he worked hard to spot interesting birds and let us know their behaviour to get the best shots. Everything was taken care of for us and we had an excellent experience. Thus was the second…”

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15.Galle: Koggala Lake Boat Safari with Monkeys Birds & Nature

Discover Sri Lanka's wildlife, culture, and scenic beauty on a 1.5-hour Koggala Lake boat safari, with monkey feeding, birdwatching, and cultural stops.

★ 4.8

“Ride was perfect aswell as our boatman Tharindu. Feeding very friendly monkeys was a great experience. There were also plenty other animals that we were lucky to see. Be aware that on the route you will be offered to stop at Herbal Garden and Cinnamon…”

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5.0Udawalawa Safari Drive From Galle, Weligama, Mirissa & Dickwella$80.00 5.0Half Day Udawalawe Safari (Entrance Lunch)$152.00 5.0Udawalawe National Park Safari From Weligama$92.00 5.0Explore The Beauty Of Udawalawe National Park From South Coast During 01 Day$90.00 5.0Yala National Park Private Safari Trip From Galle/Unawatuna/Mirissa$200.00 5.0Yala National Park Safari Experience From Galle Including Lunch at a Campsite$189 4.5Udawalawe National Park Safari From Mirissa$92.00 5.0Koggala Lake Boat Safari with Malish$55 5.0Paradise Yala Safari Tours$27.50 5.0Bentota River Safari – Sri Lanka$65.00 5.0Half Day Safari at Yala National Park With Lunch$189.00 5.0Mirissa To Ella Via Udawalawe Safari With Holiday Walkers Sri Lanka$190 5.0One Day Yala National Park From Galle/Hikkaduwa/Mirissa/Unawatuna$184.94 5.0Yala Safari Drive From Galle, Weligama, Mirissa & Dickwella$80.00 4.5Yala National Park Safari From Weligama$124.00 4.9Negombo: Turtle Hatchery, River Safari, Moon Stone & Galle10 hours$85 4.2Bentota: All Inclusive Galle Dutch Fort & Madu River Safari8 hours$80 5.0Udawalawe National Park Safari From Unawatuna$107.00 5.0Galle/Mirissa/Tangalle: Transfer to Ella & Yala/Udawalawa Safari$90.00 5.0YALA SAFARI TOUR From Galle/Unawatuna/Mirissa/Matara/Tangalle$39.00 4.7From Galle: Exclusive Madu River Safari & Turtle Hatchery4.5 hours$75 5.0YALA SAFARI TOUR from Galle/Mirissa/Matara/Tangalle/Ella & More..$39.00 5.0Private Udawalawa Safari Plus Elephant Transit Home Day Trip$185.00 4.5Yala Half Day Safari$135.00