Tusker Safari at Kalawewa National Park
ID: GYG253677-439212
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Country: Sri Lanka
Duration:
03:00 hours
Description
Experience an exciting tusker elephant safari.
The imposing Kala Wewa and Balalu Wewa tanks, built in the 5 BC by King Dhatusena, adorns the 6,000 hectare Kalawewa National Park, alongside an impressive 45-foot Avukana Buddha statue. But the centerpieces of the park are the star residents of the sanctuary: the tusker elephants. Of the male elephant population, only about seven percent are tuskers. Kalawewa boasts of a high concentration of tuskers, a privilege to behold.
In addition to the tuskers, large flocks of open-billed storks are a common sight. The park has a beautiful landscape lined with massive signature Kumbuk trees. Your accompanying guide will give you additional information about the tuskers. You will also catch sight of numerous birds and other animals which dwell in the sanctuary.
Your guide will share interesting facts about the flora and fauna of the Kalawewa National Park. If you arrive during the monsoon period (October-November) the filled up tanks will attract gatherings of animals and birds alike, amidst the kumbuk trees and vegetation.
Highlights
- See the tuskers
- Watch wild elephants
- Experience a wildlife safari
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• This tour is non-refundable
• Please note that no breakfast, lunch or dinner is included on this tour
• Specially modified and comfortable jeeps are provided for the Kalawewa safari
• Customized services such as family safaris, honeymoon safaris and photography safaris can be organized for guests
• You will be met by the local provider crew and your designated guide at the gate entrance to the Kalawewa National Park
• The morning safari half day tour will commence at 6:00 AM while the evening half day tour will begin at 3:00 PM
• The full day safari tour will commence at 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM
• At the conclusion of your tusker safari you will be dropped at the park entrance
All required protective equipment is provided
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
You must fill out a travel information form
You will receive a mandatory temperature check
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
