Elephant Transit Home Tours

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Located in Udawalawa, this wildlife safe haven is well worth a visit. But you'll find plenty more to explore in this area. Udawalawe Reservoir, Waulpane Cave, and Sankhapala Raja Maha Viharaya & Phussadewa Tomb aren't too far away from Udawalawa Elephant Orphanage.

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Miss Ceylon Unawatuna

Miss Ceylon Unawatuna

3 out of 5
per person
Jul 4 - Jul 7
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Dubai (DXB) to Colombo (CMB)
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
Stunning hotel and interior! Staff was so so friendly and accommodating. Couldn’t recommend more!

Reviewed on May 1, 2024

kenuson Yala

kenuson Yala

3 out of 5
per person
Jul 4 - Jul 7
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Dubai (DXB) to Colombo (CMB)
10/10 Exceptional! (2 reviews)
Riff Hikkaduwa

Riff Hikkaduwa

5 out of 5
per person
Jul 4 - Jul 7
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Dubai (DXB) to Colombo (CMB)
9.8/10 Exceptional! (48 reviews)
Really enjoyed this hotel. Great service and atmosphere!

Reviewed on May 15, 2024

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Tours & day trips

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Udawalawe National Park Safari Tour - Private & Customize Tour

Udawalawe National Park Safari Tour - Private & Customize Tour

Activity duration is 10 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is $175 per adult*
Udawalawe National Park Safari Tour - Private & Customize Tour

History & culture

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Ella Day Trip with Train Ride & Tea Factory - All Inclusive

Ella Day Trip with Train Ride & Tea Factory - All Inclusive

Activity duration is 12 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is $170 per adult*
Ella Day Trip with Train Ride & Tea Factory - All Inclusive

Food, drink & nightlife

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Full Day Udawalawe Safari Adventure with Lunch (Private)

Full Day Udawalawe Safari Adventure with Lunch (Private)

Activity duration is 10 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is $210 per adult*
Full Day Udawalawe Safari Adventure with Lunch (Private)

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5/5 - Excellent

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Oct 19, 2018

Great for kids to watch the little elephants eat and potentially argue with each other

5/5 - Excellent

Jeff
Oct 15, 2018

Go at feeding time, 9:00, 12:00 and others

Popular places to visit

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Udawalawe National Park

4.5/5(24 reviews)

Spot herds of majestic Asian elephants, wild cats and myriad birdlife at this sprawling wildlife reserve on the edge of the Hill Country.

Udawalawe National Park
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Sankhapala Raja Maha Viharaya & Phussadewa Tomb

You can learn about the history of Colombage-ara with a trip to Sankhapala Raja Maha Viharaya & Phussadewa Tomb.

Sankhapala Raja Maha Viharaya & Phussadewa Tomb
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Waulpane Cave

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Waulpane Cave during your travels in Kolonna.

Waulpane Cave
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Elephant Transit Home

Find out about the history of Thanamalvila with a stop at Elephant Transit Home. Amble around the area's parks, or seek out its safari tours.

Elephant Transit Home
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Maduwanwela Walawwa

Learn about the local history of Kolonna when you spend time at Maduwanwela Walawwa. Amble around the area's parks, or seek out its safari tours.

Maduwanwela Walawwa
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Mau Ara Lake

Explore the great outdoors at Mau Ara Lake, a lovely green space in Thanamalvila. Amble around the area's gardens, or seek out its safari tours.

Mau Ara Lake

Best Lodging Options Near Elephant Transit Home

Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort
Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort
5 out of 5
912, Thanamalwila Road, Udawalawa
Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort
Athgira River Camp
Athgira River Camp
2.5 out of 5
Mudunmangada Road, Udawalawa
Athgira River Camp
Hantara Udawalawa
Hantara Udawalawa
3.5 out of 5
Walawegama, Udawalawa, Ratnapura, Udawalawa, South
Hantara Udawalawa
Centauria Wild
Centauria Wild
4 out of 5
Tanamalwila Road, Udawalawa
Centauria Wild
Mansala Safari House
Mansala Safari House
3 out of 5
Thimbolketiya,colombageare, Udawalawa, SG
Mansala Safari House
Kalu's Hideaway Udawalawe
Kalu's Hideaway Udawalawe
3 out of 5
Walawegama Rd, Udawalawa, Uva Province
Kalu's Hideaway Udawalawe
Elephant Rest Udawalawa
Elephant Rest Udawalawa
3 out of 5
431 Ananda Gama, Hulankapolla, Udawalawa
Elephant Rest Udawalawa
Banyan Camp Huts Eco Retreat on Full Board Basis
Banyan Camp Huts Eco Retreat on Full Board Basis
Hambegamuwa
Banyan Camp Huts Eco Retreat on Full Board Basis
Mahoora - Udawalawe by Eco Team
Mahoora - Udawalawe by Eco Team
3 out of 5
Udawalawe National Park, Angunakolapelessa, Thanamalvila
Mahoora - Udawalawe by Eco Team
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