Private Tour
Udawalawe Private Safari frm Hambantota Port by BTM-All Inclusive
Overview
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Udawalawe Safari Shore Excursion is organized by Bentota Travel Mart for the tourists who visit Hambantota Port and would want to do Yala Safari.
You will have a great chance to explore wild safari with witnessing large group of Elephants & various kind of animals. This is one of the most popular outdoor activities in Sri Lanka.
Attractions & Activities:
• Udawalawe Natinal Park Jeep Safari
Key Points:
• You can choose Half-Day Safari (3-4 Hours) Or Full-Day Safari (6-8 Hours) with Picnic Lunch
Inclusions:
• Return Return Transportation from Hambantota Port to Udawalawe National Park in an Air Conditioned Vehicle (Car or Van)
• Private Safari Jeep
• National Park Entry Fees
• Picnic Lunch (Only Included for Full-Day Safari)
• Mineral Water
Exclusions:
• Tips
This is an All Inclusive package & No hidden costs.
Additional Info
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
This is a full package activity which includes entrance fees, activity charges, transportation and taxes for above mentioned activities & attractions.
Some roads in the Park are bit bumpy. Not suitable for travelers with back problems.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Udawalawe National Park
Framed by soaring highlands on its northern boundary, the Udawalawe National Park is one of the world's best places to see wild elephants. Largely comprised of grasslands and bush forest, it's also one of the best national parks in Sri Lanka for game spotting.
Udawalawe National Park
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What‘s Included
Bottled water
All taxes, fees and handling charges
Picnic Lunch ( Only Included for Full-Day Safari)
National Park Entry Fees
Safari Jeep
Return Transportation from Hambantota Port
Gratuities
Options
Full-Day Safari with Lunch
Picnic Lunch
Pickup included
Half Day Safari (3-4 Hours)
Duration: 4 hours
Pickup included
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Pickup included
Reviews
31 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Very exclusive and reliable operator!
colemanbron,,Jan 1, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We booked this private safari as a day trip from the cruise, and wanted a reliable company that would get us back to the cruise ship on time. They did not disappoint! Communication was excellent and timing was perfect!! The driver taking us to the safari park was lovely, drove well, and pointed out some wild life on the way. His English was good. At the Safari park we had our own jeep to ourselves, and what turned out to be the most experienced guide there!! (The other packed out jeeps would drive up and ask our guide what he had spotted and where!) He was very knowledgable and only moved on to another site when we were ready! A few times we found elephants before the other jeeps and then he would turn the engine off and allow us to watch them quietly as they ate and walked around, like we weren’t there! And finally, the trip was about half the price of what the cruise company was selling for the same thing, but exclusive! Would highly recommend.
Get up close and personal with the Elephants!
philipwE2470UI,,Dec 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00If your cruise stops in Hambantota then this by far is the best thing to do. An amazing experience & great value for money.
Loved the elephants
Linda J,,Dec 3, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Don't do the Excursion if you have a bad back as the road in the park is very, very bumpy. That said, it was absolutely amazing and I loved seeing so many elephants as well as other animals like deer, peacocks, Buffalo, and lots of birds.
Faultless from start to finish
Andrew H,,Dec 2, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We were picked up at the port gate as promised and driven in a spacious and comfortable air conditioned vehicle which took just 1 hour. At the park we were transferred to our own private (4 people) Jeep with a driver and separate guide who was very knowledgable and spoke very good English. We saw an abundance of wildlife on our 4 hour safari including many elephants. All in all just a perfect day. Returned to the port in plenty of time for “all aboard”.
Perfection
oscardog1996,,Dec 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I have nothing to add to the other reviews except to endorse fully everything they say. The whole experience was just excellent from start to finish.
Private = better
Ian G,,Dec 2, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Great experience. Really good at communicating throughout. Having private transfer & safari was well worth it
Beyond Expectations
LuckyClover4ever,,Apr 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an excellent experience doing this excursion . The driver met us at the port in a very clean, newer car and whisked us off to the park in 45 minutes. We were quickly loaded into a safari vehicle with our driver/ guide and off we went on our safari. We beat the cruise ship tour by over an hour which gave us a great chance to see more wildlife at an earlier time of day while they’re still moving. Our knowledgeable and extremely polite safari guide pointed out over 20 species of birds, including a great hornbill and many eagles up close. We also saw several elephants, crocs, mongoose, spotted deer and we were lucky enough to see two pairs of golden Jackals. All in all, an excellent day with great vehicles and drivers. Perfect communication from booking to pick up. We highly recommend this company and their tours.
Beyond Expectations
Natalie H,,Apr 29, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We had an excellent experience doing this excursion . The driver met us at the port in a very clean, newer car and whisked us off to the park in 45 minutes. We were quickly loaded into a safari vehicle with our driver/ guide and off we went on our safari. We beat the cruise ship tour by over an hour which gave us a great chance to see more wildlife at an earlier time of day while they’re still moving. Our knowledgeable and extremely polite safari guide pointed out over 20 species of birds, including a great hornbill and many eagles up close. We also saw several elephants, crocs, mongoose, spotted deer and we were lucky enough to see two pairs of golden Jackals. All in all, an excellent day with great vehicles and drivers. Perfect communication from booking to pick up. We highly recommend this company and their tours.
Wonderful Hambantota Safari day!
Patrick F,,Feb 25, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00An excellent one-day Safari. The pickup at the gate number two was on time and our driver held a sign board with our name. The Safari driver was excellent.
Overcharged by Viator
Rob S,,Dec 1, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Great tour by BTM. Great drivers. Really helpful. Knew where to find the wildlife. Only problem is Viator took an additional unauthorised £221.28 from my credit card on top of the £434 for the tour. 0 stars for Viator. 5 stars for BTM.
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