Galle, Udawalawe & Elephant Transit Home

Our designated Tuk-Tuk driver will pick you up from your hotel in Galle. En route to Koggala, visit Galle Hinidumgods Vijayananda Vidyalaya, with the potential to explore a rural school, depending on the day and time.

Continue the itinerary with a visit to the Turtle Hatchery, a facility dedicated to enhancing the hatching and survival rates of baby turtles. The center also extends its efforts to the rehabilitation of sick or injured adult turtles, facilitating their release back into the ocean.

Embark on a captivating boat ride along the Koggala River, immersing yourself in its thriving ecosystem. Navigate through the concealed passages within the mangroves, where sightings of basking crocodiles and water monitors are commonplace. Visit one of the small islands with its cinnamon-harvesting natives. Observe the water birds in their natural habitats. A complimentary city tour of Koggala Temple is included.

Overnight: In your hotel in Galle. Overnight in our homestay/hotel is optional for the first night.

After breakfast, our driver will pick you up from your hotel in Galle. The morning itinerary includes a pottery-making session in Kumbalgama. Subsequently, we will proceed to Udawalawe in preparation for the elephant safari scheduled for the following morning.

Overnight: Udawalawe

Embark on a journey to Udawalawe National Park for an enriching safari experience, immersing yourself in the exploration of Sri Lanka’s distinctive wildlife species. Udawalawe stands as an optimal location for observing sizable herds of elephants and other fascinating wildlife. The Elephant Transit Home is a rehabilitation center for orphaned or injured elephants. Here, you can learn about the conservation efforts and observe young elephants during feeding time. On the way back to Galle we will make a stop at the Natural Silk Factory.

Itinerary

1. The safari will start at around 8 am in a 4×4 vehicle.
2. After the safari, you will have an authentic Sri Lankan lunch.
3. Visit the Elephant Transit Home.
4. After the complimentary visit to the Natural Silk Factory, the chauffeur guide will drop you off at your hotel in Galle.