Ella and Udawalawe Elephant Park Tour 2026: Train and Elephants
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Rus
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100+
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Included
Dive into the atmosphere of mountainous Sri Lanka, ride through the tea plantations and finish your journey with a meeting with the elephants of Udawalawe.
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Ella and Udawalawe Elephant Park Route
Key route locations:
- Little Adam's Peak — mountain views
- Ravana Falls — natural cascade
- Nine Arch Bridge — famous landmark
- Train Ride — mountain route
- Tea Plantation — Ceylon tea
- Tea Shop — local varieties
- Udawalawe Elephant Nursery — meet the elephants
- Back to Hotel — return transfer
🌄 Little Adam's Peak
Your journey starts in the Ella area with a climb to Little Adam's Peak. The route suits an easy walk, and from the top you can enjoy views of green hills and tea plantations.
💦 Ravana Falls
The next stop is the famous Ravana Falls. The powerful cascade among tropical greenery is one of the most scenic spots on the route and a great place for photos.
🌉 Nine Arch Bridge
Next, you will head to the Nine Arch Bridge, one of the most recognisable sights in Ella. The stone viaduct is surrounded by lush greenery and mountain scenery.
🚆 Train Ride
The programme includes a train ride through a scenic mountain section. From the windows you will see tea plantations, green slopes and valleys of central Sri Lanka.
🍃 Tea Plantation and Shop
During the tour you will learn about Ceylon tea, visit a tea plantation and a shop where you can choose different teas for yourself or as a gift.
🐘 Udawalawe Elephant Nursery
The final part of the route is a visit to the Udawalawe Elephant Nursery. Here you can watch the elephants and baby elephants and learn more about their care.
🚐 Back to Your Hotel
When the programme ends, the group heads back. In one tour you will see the mountains of Ella, the famous train, tea plantations and the elephants of Udawalawe.
Ella and Udawalawe Elephant Park Tour Price
| Destination | Price per adult | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Ella and Udawalawe Elephant Park | Transfer English-speaking guide Entrance tickets Train ride Group day trip to Ella with visits to the main sights and the Udawalawe elephant nursery. | 70 $ |
Group day trip to Ella with visits to the main sights and the Udawalawe elephant nursery.
Ella and Udawalawe Route on the Map
Everything organised for a comfortable tour
Children under 5 ride free
Little travelers join the tour free of charge.
Children aged 6–11: 50% off
Children pay half the adult ticket price.
Essentials included
The price includes transfer, guide, entrance tickets and the train ride.
English-speaking guide
Throughout the route, the group is accompanied by an English-speaking guide.
Small groups
The tour runs in groups of 8 to 18 people.
Comfortable transport
Transfers are by minivan or minibus.
24/7 support
Our team helps with booking and arrangements.
Visit to the Elephant Nursery
The programme includes a visit to the Udawalawe Elephant Nursery.
Guest reviews
Overall Rating
2 reviews
Olga
05/25/2026
I'm writing this review some time later, once all the emotions and excitement have settled 😁 Thank you, Bigtravel, for crossing my path and helping me sort out all the details when planning my trip ☺️ Thank you for showing us all the main beauties of this amazing island in two days. You made us fall in love with Sri Lanka! On the first day we visited Ravana Falls, climbed Little Adam's Peak, walked along the rails to the Nine Arches Bridge, and enjoyed every location. We rode the train, went up into the mountains to a tea plantation and felt like real tea pickers. We sent colorful postcards home from the oldest English post office, climbed to the very top of the Ambuluwawa tower and recharged with the powerful energy of incredible nature! 💖 Our guide Yasir has a great sense of humor and knows his country and these places well. He won our hearts and filled our time with bright colors and memories 👍 For the night we stayed at the Elefant hotel in Pinnawala and swam in the pool with beautiful views. Dinner and breakfast were wonderful and very tasty. In the morning ELEPHANTS greeted us 🐘 Big, majestic masters of the jungle. We enjoyed watching them bathe and admired them 👋 And of course we went off to conquer Sigiriya, the Lion Rock, one of the most recognizable sights in the world. It was breathtaking… The whole team reached the very top and, having overcome our fears and tiredness, we were proud of ourselves! ✊ It was the best time we had in Sri Lanka! 🇱🇰 Wishing everyone an easy, relaxing holiday and wonderful memories of this warm, diverse and colorful country! 🤗
Dmitriy
05/24/2026
We had an unforgettable time on the tour to Ella in Sri Lanka. Our guide, Oshan, was cheerful and kind, with excellent knowledge of the language and culture. He answered all our questions, helped with everything and is simply a great person) He's also an excellent photographer. You don't even need to ask, he'll keep taking photos until you've had enough))) He also knows the best spots for photos and the best time for them) Thank you so much, Oshan, we'd be happy to meet you again) Thanks also to the organizer, Olga, for the timely information and the great team)
What to bring on the Ella and Udawalawe tour
🥪 Packed lunch
If your hotel offers breakfast or a packed lunch, it is best to order it in advance before an early departure.
☀️ Sun protection
Pack SPF cream, a hat and sunglasses for outdoor walks.
👟 Comfortable shoes
For the climb to Little Adam's Peak, choose comfortable trainers or other closed shoes.
🔋 Power bank
Bring a charger or power bank to keep your phone charged through the full day.
💵 Cash
A little cash comes in handy for food, drinks, souvenirs and personal expenses.
🌧️ Rain jacket
A compact rain jacket is useful for changeable weather in the Sri Lankan hills.
💧 Water
Carry drinking water, especially for walks and the climb around Ella.
Ella and Udawalawe Tour Without a Guide
Prefer to travel on your own? You can choose a trip with an English-speaking driver, who will take care of comfortable transfers between the stops on the route.
This option suits those who want to explore the sights at their own pace, without having to arrange transport.
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Ella and Udawalawe Tour: FAQs
The tour includes Little Adam's Peak, Ravana Falls, Nine Arches Bridge, a train ride, a tea plantation, a tea shop and the Udawalawe elephant nursery. The route combines mountain scenery, nature, railway views and time with elephants.
The price includes transfer, an English-speaking guide, entrance tickets as per the programme and the train ride. You may also want to budget for meals, drinks, souvenirs and personal expenses.
Yes, this tour is great for family holidays. Children under 5 go free, and children aged 6 to 11 receive a 50% discount. Please note the programme is full and includes walks and the climb up Little Adam's Peak.
The programme is designed for a full day. You leave in the morning, visit all the stops on the route and return to your hotel in the evening. The exact timing depends on the pickup point, traffic and how long we stop.
The programme includes an easy trek up Little Adam's Peak. No special fitness training is usually needed, but we recommend wearing comfortable closed-toe shoes, bringing water and considering your own comfort level.
During your visit to the Udawalawe elephant nursery, you can watch elephants and baby elephants and learn more about how they are cared for. This is one of the most moving parts of the tour.
Yes, the train ride is included in the programme. Along the route you can see scenery typical of the Ella area, including mountain views, green slopes and tea plantations.
Yes, the programme includes a tea plantation and tea shop. Here you can learn about Sri Lanka's tea culture and buy Ceylon tea in different varieties for yourself or as a gift.
According to the programme, meals are not listed as included in the price. We recommend ordering a packed lunch or breakfast to take with you from your hotel in advance, and bringing some cash for food and drinks.
We recommend bringing comfortable shoes, drinking water, SPF sunscreen, a hat, sunglasses, a rain jacket, a power bank and cash. For an early departure, it is also handy to order a packed lunch from your hotel.