Maduru Oya National Park Private Safari

Discover the untamed beauty of Maduru Oya National Park on a private safari adventure. Our expert guides will lead you through this pristine wilderness, where you can spot diverse wildlife and immerse yourself in Sri Lanka's natural wonders. Book your safari today for an unforgettable experience.

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Maduru Oya National Park Private Safari with Naturalist

£41.00 GBP

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Get a chance to see Asian Elephants as you go on 3-hour Safari in Maduru Oya National Park. Drive through the many habitat types within the National Park and see some rich nature and wildlife within them.

Includes:

Private Safari Jeep (Maximum of 6 Passengers per jeep).
Experienced Driver (Also your tracker).
Naturalist
Free Pickup/Drop off from/to any location within the radius of 5 KM from the Park Gate.

Galkada Entrance (GPS: 7.6476409,81.1846328)
Henanigala Entrance (GPS: 7.552269, 81.063005)

Water.
All taxes and service charges.

Excludes:

Hotel pickup and drop-off if outside of 5km of park entrance gate. (GPS: 7.6476409,81.1846328)
Entrance fees for Jeep-only bookings. (entrance fees to be paid in cash)
Food and drinks.
Gratuities

Overview:

Maduru Oya National Park which is 58,849 hectares in content is located in the dry zone and 314 kms from Colombo. It is situated by Kuda Sigiriya, a great eco location yet to be explored. Maduru Oya is well known for its elephant habitat. Other than elephants, leopards, sloth bears, Sambhur, spotted and barking deer, wild boar and wild buffalo are also found here. Torque Macaque, Purple-faced leaf monkey and nocturnal slender Loris are also found in the park. Lesser Adjutant, Woolly necked stork, Openbill, painted stork, Racket tailed Drongo, Yellow-fronted barbet, Sri Lanka jungle fowl and spur fowl are among the over 100 species of birds found within the park.

Additional Note:

Not wheelchair accessible.
Near public transportation.
No Expectant Mothers.
No Serious Medical Conditions.
Priced is fixed per vehicle
A maximum of 6 people per vehicle.
An opportunity to see the Greater Flamingo (Seasonal).
Watch a beautiful sunset if you select the evening safari option.

Frequently asked questions

Where is Maduru Oya National Park?

Maduru Oya National Park lies in eastern Sri Lanka around the Maduru Oya reservoir, established to protect the Mahaweli river basin's catchment.

What animals will I see on the safari?

Asian elephants are the main draw, alongside deer, sloth bear, leopard and a wealth of birdlife. The area is also home to Sri Lanka's indigenous Vedda community.

When is the best time to visit Maduru Oya National Park?

Wildlife viewing is best in the dry season; elephants are seen year-round near the reservoir.

How long does the private safari last?

Around 3 hours, usually scheduled for early morning or late afternoon when wildlife is most active.

Is the safari private?

Yes - it is a private safari for your group only, with an experienced driver-tracker, so you set the pace.

Are park entrance tickets included?

It depends on the option you choose. Select "Tickets: Yes" to include the park entrance fees in your booking, or "Tickets: No" to settle them separately at the park.