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Ella: Udawalawe, Yala National Parks 2-Day Tour & Transfers

Activity provider: Sign of Lanka (Pvt) Ltd
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2-day trip from Ella visiting 08:00 AM – Depart from Ella & Discover Ravana Falls, 10:30 AM – Udawalawe National Park Half-Day Jeep Safari and 02:30 PM – Scenic Journey to Yala. Operated by Sign of Lanka (Pvt) Ltd.

Highlights

  • See the Rawana Falls, a stunning waterfall in the heart of the jungle

Ella: Udawalawe, Yala National Parks 2-Day Tour & Transfers: Key Facts

PriceFrom $1082 per person
Duration2 days
Group sizeUp to 8 people
Tour typeGuided Tour
BookingDirect with the local operator — no OTA markup

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Ella: Udawalawe, Yala National Parks 2-Day Tour & Transfers

2-day trip from Ella visiting 08:00 AM – Depart from Ella & Discover Ravana Falls, 10:30 AM – Udawalawe National Park Ha...
2 days
English
$1,082
Free cancellation

Full description

A 2-day trip out of Ella taking in 08:00 AM – Depart from Ella & Discover Ravana Falls, 10:30 AM – Udawalawe National Park Half-Day Jeep Safari, 02:30 PM – Scenic Journey to Yala and 05:30 AM – Yala National Park Wildlife Jeep Safari. There are 8 stops in all.

The running order is 08:00 AM – Depart from Ella & Discover Ravana Falls, then 10:30 AM – Udawalawe National Park Half-Day Jeep Safari, then 02:30 PM – Scenic Journey to Yala, then 05:30 AM – Yala National Park Wildlife Jeep Safari, then 10:30 AM – Depart Yala for Sri Lanka’s Southern Coast, and on from there.

The price covers 01-night Accommodation in a 3 Star or a 4 Star Hotel on Bed & Breakfast basis, Transportation from hotel and back by Air-conditioned Luxury private vehicle, The package includes fuel surcharge and driver charges, ensuring a hassle-free and comfortable journey and Safari at Udawalawe National Park (Jeep Charges only). It does not cover entrance Fees to Udawalawe National Park (Apprx. US$ 35 per person), Entrance Fees to Yala National Park (Apprx. US$ 35 per person) and Any others expenses which are not mentioned on Price Includes section, so budget for those separately. Two travellers pay $1150 together rather than $1082 each, because this is priced per party and not per head.

Tour Itinerary

Itineraries are customisable as per your request

The schedule below is a suggested plan and can be adjusted to suit your preferences.

08:00 AM – Depart from Ella & Discover Ravana Falls

Begin your Ella to Yala wildlife adventure with a convenient pick-up from your hotel in Ella. Travel through Sri Lanka’s beautiful hill-country scenery and stop at the spectacular Ravana Falls, one of the island’s most famous waterfalls. Enjoy the lush surroundings, take memorable photographs, and relax beside the cascading waters.

10:30 AM – Udawalawe National Park Half-Day Jeep Safari

Continue to Udawalawe National Park for an exciting 3-hour wildlife jeep safari. Famous for its large population of Sri Lankan elephants, Udawalawe offers an excellent opportunity to observe elephants in their natural habitat. Explore the park’s grasslands, forests, wetlands, and reservoirs while looking for elephants, water buffalo, monkeys, crocodiles, lizards, and colourful birdlife. With some luck, you may even encounter a Sri Lankan leopard during your game drive.

02:30 PM – Scenic Journey to Yala

After your memorable Udawalawe safari, continue towards Yala through scenic countryside. Arrive at your hotel and enjoy a relaxing evening before tomorrow’s early-morning wildlife adventure. Overnight Stay – Yala Relax at your selected hotel on a Bed & Breakfast basis.

05:30 AM – Yala National Park Wildlife Jeep Safari

Rise early for an unforgettable Yala National Park jeep safari. Explore one of Sri Lanka’s most renowned wildlife destinations, known for its diverse ecosystems and opportunities to observe the elusive Sri Lankan leopard. Venture through forests, grasslands, lagoons, and scrublands while searching for leopards, elephants, sloth bears, wild water buffalo, spotted deer, wild boar, and diverse birdlife. You may also encounter fascinating species such as the Fishing Cat and Golden Palm Civet

10:30 AM – Depart Yala for Sri Lanka’s Southern Coast

After your exciting safari, leave Yala and travel towards the idyllic beaches of Sri Lanka’s southern coastline. Enjoy the changing scenery as the landscape transforms from wildlife-rich wilderness to beautiful coastal villages.

11:30 AM – Weligama Stilt Fishing Experience

Stop in Weligama to discover the fascinating tradition of Sri Lankan stilt fishing. Watch local fishermen carefully balance on wooden poles in the shallow sea while casting their lines. Depending on local conditions and availability, you may also have the opportunity to try stilt fishing yourself, creating a unique cultural experience and memorable photographs.

Continue to Your Selected South Coast Beach Destination

Continue your journey along Sri Lanka’s scenic coastline to your chosen beach destination. Drop-Off Options: Tangalle, Mirissa, Weligama, Galle, Hikkaduwa, Ahangama, Bentota, or Beruwala.

End of Service

Conclude your 2-day Ella–Udawalawe–Yala–South Coast tour with a convenient hotel drop-off, ready to enjoy the beautiful beaches and relaxed atmosphere of Sri Lanka’s southern coastline.

Includes

  • 01-night Accommodation in a 3 Star or a 4 Star Hotel on Bed & Breakfast basis
  • Transportation from hotel and back by Air-conditioned Luxury private vehicle
  • The package includes fuel surcharge and driver charges, ensuring a hassle-free and comfortable journey.
  • Safari at Udawalawe National Park (Jeep Charges only)
  • Safari at Yala National Park (Jeep Charges only)
  • The package covers fuel surcharge and driver charges for a convenient and hassle-free journey.
  • Parking Fees
  • Refreshments and water will be provided during the tour to keep you refreshed and hydrated.
  • All government taxes are included, ensuring a transparent and inclusive pricing structure.

Excludes

  • Entrance Fees to Udawalawe National Park (Apprx. US$ 35 per person)
  • Entrance Fees to Yala National Park (Apprx. US$ 35 per person)
  • Any others expenses which are not mentioned on Price Includes section
  • Lunch or Dinner during the tour
  • Gratuities

Important information

Meeting point

The operator confirms the exact meeting point and time once your booking is confirmed, and you will have it well before the day. If you would rather know before you book, message us on WhatsApp and we will ask them for you.

Know before you go

  • Free cancellation available up to 24 hours before the activity starts

About this activity

Free cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
Secure payment
Complete your booking safely with Razorpay. Full refund if you cancel 24h prior. Read more
Duration 2 days
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Wheelchair accessible

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Frequently Asked Questions

01-night Accommodation in a 3 Star or a 4 Star Hotel on Bed & Breakfast basis, Transportation from hotel and back by Air-conditioned Luxury private vehicle, The package includes fuel surcharge and driver charges, ensuring a hassle-free and comfortable journey., Safari at Udawalawe National Park (Jeep Charges only), Safari at Yala National Park (Jeep Charges only), The package covers fuel surcharge and driver charges for a convenient and hassle-free journey., Parking Fees, Refreshments and water will be provided during the tour to keep you refreshed and hydrated., All government taxes are included, ensuring a transparent and inclusive pricing structure.
The duration of the Ella: Udawalawe, Yala National Parks 2-Day Tour & Transfers is typically 2 days. We recommend arriving 15 minutes before the scheduled start time for a smooth check-in. Your guide will meet you at the designated meeting point and ensure the experience runs on schedule while remaining flexible to your pace.
For most experiences, we highly recommend an early morning start. This allows you to avoid the midday heat, bypass the largest crowds, and capture the best lighting for photography. Your guide can advise on the optimal timing based on the season and specific attractions included.
Yes, once your booking is completed via our secure payment gateway, you will receive an instant confirmation email with your tour details, meeting point address, guide's name, and direct contact information. You can also view and manage your booking through your AsiaByLocals account dashboard.
Yes! All our private tours are fully customizable. Whether you want to add extra stops, skip certain locations, change the pace, or adjust the start time — simply let your guide know in advance or on the day. We aim to create a personalized experience tailored to your interests and energy level.
We offer free cancellation up to 24 hours before the scheduled start time for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may be subject to a partial charge depending on the tour type. Weather-related cancellations for outdoor and boat tours are handled on a case-by-case basis, with full refunds or free rebooking offered when safety is a concern.
Most of our experiences are family-friendly and suitable for children of all ages. However, some tours involving extensive walking, water activities, or early morning starts may be better suited for children aged 5 and above. Please check the specific tour description for age recommendations, or contact us for personalized family itinerary advice.
After booking, you will receive detailed meeting point instructions via email. Most tours include complimentary hotel pickup within the central area. For tours without pickup, your confirmation email will include the exact address, Google Maps pin, and your guide's phone number for easy coordination. Guides typically arrive 10 minutes early and will message you on WhatsApp.
We accept all major credit and debit cards (Visa, Mastercard, American Express), PayPal, Apple Pay, and Razorpay for Indian cards. All payments are processed through a PCI-compliant secure gateway with 256-bit encryption. You can also pay in multiple currencies — the price is automatically converted to your local currency at checkout.
Yes, all AsiaByLocals guides are licensed professionals who have been rigorously vetted through background checks, skill assessments, and customer reviews. Many hold government-issued tourism licenses, university degrees in history or cultural studies, and have years of experience leading tours for international travelers. Every guide maintains a minimum 4.5-star rating to remain active on our platform.
A 20-25 minute walk downhill from Ella town through tea and jungle — uphill on the way back. A tuk-tuk to the Demodara side is quieter and saves the climb. It is free, with no ticket and no official viewing area. See our Nine Arch Bridge guide.
Roughly every two hours, but Sri Lanka Railways runs 30-90 minutes late routinely, so any blog quoting exact times is quoting a timetable rather than reality. Ask at Ella station on the morning — staff will tell you what is expected and how late it is running.
Little Adam's Peak for almost everyone — 45 minutes up a stepped path for arguably the better view, out through the Ella Gap. Ella Rock is three hours return, largely unsigned, and people get lost on it regularly; take a guide or an offline map. Compared in full here.
Reserved seats open 30 days ahead and sell out within hours from December to March. Unreserved 2nd/3rd class is sold on the day and always available — you will stand, which is where the open doorways are. Send your luggage ahead by road if you have a driver. See getting to Ella.
January to March for the clearest Ella Gap views. June to September is dry but hazy from the Uva wind; October to December is wet. The real risk is cloud, not rain — at 1,000 m the view can be inside a cloud on a dry day, and mornings are clearer than afternoons in every month. See best time to visit Ella.
Two nights, which gives you two dawns — Little Adam's Peak on one, Ella Rock or a tea morning on the other, with the bridge mid-morning on day one. Our Ella 2-day itinerary sets out the order.
Do everything before nine in the morning. The Gap view is clearer in the morning in every month, Little Adam's Peak has a queue by nine, and the Nine Arch Bridge has hundreds of people on it by ten.
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