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Udawalawe National Park

උඩවළව ජාතික වනෝද්‍යානය உடவளவை தேசிய வனம்

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Udawalawe National Park
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Open grassland around the Udawalawe reservoir, and the most reliable place in the country to see herds of wild elephants. The Elephant Transit Home nearby raises orphaned calves and returns them to the wild.

Entrance fees

Fees for this place have not been added yet. Ask at the entrance or check with the Department of Wildlife Conservation.

Fees are set by the government and change from time to time. Confirm at the gate or on the official booking site before you go.

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