Safaris, Water Sports & Recreation
Elephant game drives, lake kayaking on Kiriibbanara Wewa, transit home visits, and outdoor field sports
Adventures on Land & Water
Situated on a 3-acre lakefront plot along Kiriibbanara Wewa just 12 km from the national park, enjoy a rich mix of wildlife safaris and inclusive outdoor sports.
4x4 Wild Elephant Game Drives
Drive just 10 to 20 minutes to Udawalawe National Park's main gate. Experience world-class 4x4 safaris observing playful elephant calves, matriarchal herds, water buffaloes, and spotted deer.
- 12 km from Main Park Entrance
- Morning & Afternoon Departures
- Experienced Safari Trackers
Elephant Transit Home Visit
Visit the Ath Athuru Sevana Elephant Transit Home during daily milk-feeding sessions. Witness rehabilitation work that cares for orphaned calves before returning them to the wild.
- Ethical Conservation Focus
- Dedicated Viewing Platform
- Short 10-Minute Drive from Camp
Kiriibbanara Wewa Kayaking & Swimming
Enjoy complimentary kayaking right from our 3-acre lakefront lawn. Glide across Kiriibbanara Wewa with safety lifejackets provided, swim in the lake, or soak up mountain views.
- Complimentary Kayaks & Lifejackets
- Lake Swimming Access
- Peaceful Flatwater Setting
Flocks of Painted Storks & Lake Birding
Explore the borders of Kiriibbanara Wewa and Udawalawe Reservoir. Observe grand flocks of Painted Storks, Spot-billed Pelicans, Asian Openbills, and White-bellied Sea Eagles.
- Binoculars & Spotting Scopes Provided
- Early Morning Light
- Resident & Migratory Waterfowl
Nocturnal Nature & Nightjar Walks
Discover the nocturnal secrets of the southern dry-zone scrubland after twilight. Spot well-camouflaged Indian Nightjars (Caprimulgus), glowing fireflies, and nocturnal wildlife.
- Guided Walking Trail
- UV & Spotting Torches Included
- Nightjar & Wildlife Insights
Field Sports, Cycling & Campfire BBQ
Play cricket, badminton, volleyball, and football on our lawns, borrow free bicycles to tour the lakeside countryside, and gather at night around the campfire for customized BBQ dinners.
- Free Cricket, Badminton & Volleyball
- Complimentary Bicycles
- Campfire & Customized BBQ
Craft Your Udawalawe Journey
Let our dedicated team arrange your private jeep permits, conservation transit home visits, and lakefront eco-camp stay.