Sonrisa Holidays

Widely known for its population of Sri Lankan Elephants (which are a recognized subspecies of their Asian counterparts) the Udawalawe National Park is the only place where an elephant sighting is guaranteed on every single safari drive. There are around 600 to 700 Sri Lankan Elephants in this wildlife park and it is not unusual to see large herds gather to drink water and feed.

The Udawalawe National Park is also instrumental in the Elephant Transit Home – a project that is geared towards the conservation of this species which is now considered endangered. The Udawalawe Elephant Transit Home is a halfway house of sorts where abandoned, injured or orphaned elephants are treated and then released back into the Park. It is possible to observe the elephants here from a safe enough distance.

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FROM- GALLE/UNAWATUNA

PICK UP TIME-9.30 AM (around 03-04 hours’ drive one way)

TRANSFER TO –KITULGALA-Ceylon adventure sports premises

Kitulgala has been famous for being the location where the award winning classic movie “Bridge on the River Kwai” directed by David Lean was filmed. The picturesque location of the movie by the river is accessible to all visitors.

The stretch of Kelani River 5km upstream from the village of Kitulgala provides seven grade two and three rapids for white water rafting. The upper section is suited to the experienced white water rafting adventurers. The lower section is suited for the beginners of white water rafting. In between the rapids are few calm stretches of 6.5 km Kitulgala run that takes about 90 minutes to complete. Each rapid brings off its own distinctive character. Their colourful names-Head Chopper, Virgin’s Breast, Butter Crunch, Killer Fall and the Rib Cage- could perhaps carry indications as what to expect.

HIGHLIGHTS

(activities depend on the timing and will be do the maximum possible)

• White water rafting (5km)
• Cannoning (Trekking, sliding  and confidence Jumping

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FROM- COLOMBO, GALLE or BENTOTA

PICK UP TIME-6.30 AM