Discover the wild beauty of Sri Lanka
Welcome to Walawa Cottage
Embark on an unforgettable journey through the heart of Sri Lanka’s wilderness with our Modern Sri Lanka Safari experience. Designed for travelers who seek both adventure and comfort, our safaris take you deep into the iconic landscapes of Udawalawe—home to majestic elephants, vibrant birdlife, and some of the most breathtaking natural scenery in the country.
With expert guides, comfortable transport, and thoughtfully curated experiences, we ensure every moment of your safari is meaningful, safe, and truly immersive. Whether you’re a wildlife enthusiast, a photographer, or simply looking to connect with nature, our safari offers the perfect blend of exploration and relaxation. Discover the raw beauty of Sri Lanka while enjoying the modern comforts and personalized service that make your journey exceptional.




GOOD Based on 32 reviews Posted on RobinVerified Wonderful host, and gorgeous accommodation really close to the National Park This was the best experience in Sri Lanka and we tried many hotels. The communication with duminda was excellent and fast. The welcome was warm,The room was amazing, clean, comfortable and the attention to details (which is not common in Sri Lanka) was mindblowing. We enjoyed the dinner which was delicious also the breakfast. If you are planning the safari than this is the best choice. Perfect location. Duminda will make sure that his jeap is first in the line so you save time. Roni,our guide was also great. We saw many different animals. Overall our stay was perfect thanks to duminda who puts all his heart into this.Posted on Cathy BVerified Un grand merci !!! Après avoir été refusée au Ath Hala Safari Resort pour avoir fait le safari de mon côté.... mon guide m'a aidé à trouver un logement pour la nuit. Nous étions sous la pluie quand un monsieur nous aborda pour nous guider. Il se trouve qu'il était le proprio du Walawa cottage. Il avait une chambre très simple, à me proposer et moins cher que sur booking à ce moment là. Malheureusement, à cause de cette pluie batante, il n'y avait plus d'électricité dans tout le village. Mais au moins grâce à sa gentillesse, j'ai pu dormir tranquille. Donc un grand merci à lui.Posted on Yejin LeeVerified Strongly Recommend - Amazing owner, Amazing dinner Our staying started with a little problem because of the last accommodation we stayed at Ella. He could be really angry at us but he was really generous. Also I had another little problem with the passport and he could take advantage in that situation. But he was just honest and tried his best to hand us the passport even after we left his cottage to move to the new city. Thanks to him I could get my passport back in Galle, which I left in Ella. I can’t thank him enough. He saved our time and money. HE WAS OUR HERO. We stayed in private room in a cottage with a private bath. We are sharing one wall with a family staying in the next room but we couldnt hear sound of them. We were two but you can stay with 3 people since the beds are 2 in the room. Hot shower is working well too. The cottage has a small garden and it has swings, hammock and a football so I reckon its also kids-friendly place, which is good for a family. Also for 700 rupees(per person) you can have amazing Sri Lankan home-cook dinner, one of them was their own style caramelised fish and onion which was the best dish I’ve had in Sri Lanka. Even the yogurt came as dessert was so nice. It was easy to organise safari and taxi with him too. Just talk to the owner and he will organise everything in a fair price. We are so glad that we stayed there. You can 100% trust him and will have best experience there.Posted on Claudia_C_J7Verified Super Preis.-Leistungverhältnis Ein schönes gemütliches großes Familien-Zimmer mit zwei Doppelbetten und einem sauberen Bad. Ein sehr freundlicher Besitzer der sich viel Mühe gibt. Das Frühstück ist im Preis enthalten und sehr lecker. Das Abendessen war sehr Umfangreich mit acht unterschiedlichen Currys und wirklich gut.Posted on Rocio MVerified Excelent stay We stayed for 1 night to go to Udawalawe National Park, the room was big and clean, great value for price. The dinner we had there was the best curry we've had in Sri Lanka. We hired the safari with them, Ronni was an excellent driver we saw elephants, birds, and many other species of animals, and it was the lowest price for the safari (we asked around before booking it).Posted on Ilkka RVerified Great! Really peacefull place to stay! Clean and cozy rooms. We order dinner from hotel to us and it was amazing! Traditional Sri Lankan rice & curry was best dinner what we ate in Sri Lanka. Hotel can manage Safari tour with good guide.Posted on Subha WVerified Best Family cottage in Udawalawe Place is simple and clean.we total 08 members of the family and just fit to our budget and requirements. Duminda is friendly and nice host.he never try to separate us as local or foreign gave the best service. arrange everything on time.we had dinner ,Breakfast and Lunch.Best delicious home made food with reasonable rates.very close to Udawalawe national park and Elephant transit home.clean garden,clean rooms. for us exactly everything was perfect.highly recommend to any one.Posted on dilinibandaraVerified Nice place Walawa cottage is not a very big place, but it is clean and comfortable than most big places, people there are very friendly and helpful. Nice sri Lankan break fast, very clean rooms and barth rooms.... And it is very close to udawalawa national park.Posted on Schase86Verified Super Unterkunft, beste Lage Einfache, saubere Unterkunft mit Klimaanlage. Perfekte Lage um Ausflüge in den NP zu unternehmen. Duminda ist ein sehr netter, hilfsbereiter Mann. Er hat uns eine tolle Morning Safari für einen fairen Preis organisiert. Der Fahrer war sehr kompetent. Als wir wieder zurück waren hat Duminda uns ein tolles Frühstück zubereitet.Posted on Moshe BVerified Good yet know in advance what you get That place is lovely yet simple. Exactly what we needed: not too early arrival and getting early to visit the safari parks nearby. The faily that runs the place is very nice so dinner was nice and breakfast boxes waited for us in the morning to take with us to the safari. It is not a place for long stay or vacation ...no pool no luxury rooms. ..just a place to sleep and get early - for that purpose it was just fine!
The elephant house
The elephant house
Welcome to The Elephant House, your cozy retreat in Udawalawe! Nestled close to the famous Udawalawe National Park, our villa offers a warm, peaceful, and comfortable escape surrounded by nature.
After exploring the park’s incredible wildlife — especially the majestic elephants — return to our relaxing accommodations, enjoy delicious local cuisine, and unwind in our beautiful garden.
The Elephant House is your perfect starting point for an unforgettable Udawalawe adventure, where you can connect with nature, relax in comfort, and create memories that last a lifetime.
Discover Pure Nature
Safari Udawalawe
Udawalawe National Park is one of Sri Lanka’s best places to see free-roaming elephants in their natural habitat. Our safaris take you into the heart of the park on comfortable, open-top jeeps led by knowledgeable naturalists who know where the wildlife congregates. Along with large elephant herds you’ll often spot sambar deer, water buffalo, crocodiles, and a rich variety of birds. We offer flexible departures, private or shared jeeps, hotel transfers, and optional add-ons like guided bird walks or photography-focused tours. Enjoy an authentic, safe, and sustainable wildlife experience that supports local conservation.






Wild Safari Package
EXCELLENT Based on 37 reviews Posted on Marco DippiTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Alla faccia di chi punta tutto su Yala - Tour meraviglioso - Osservato Tantissimi Animali Compresa una Famiglia di Elefanti con il Piccolo - è stato emozionante commoventePosted on Haley FentonTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. The park was amazing, I had a wonderful guide (Saranga) and the company provided an excellent breakfast (that I requested and happily paid for). Saw so many elephants and other wildlife. Highly recommendPosted on Piyasena WidanapathiranaTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. U could have taken d pictures from d front....so that d mother elephant could see u better...Posted on Cynthia PTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We saw wildlife including birds, monkeys and elephants. Our guide and driver were excellent in tracking.Posted on Оди ХриTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Мало животных. Долго ездишь, видишь мало. Водители местные говорят сначала одну цену, потом увеличивают нее в 4 раза когда ты уже в машине.
Fast, Safe & Reliable Rides
dumingo Taxi Service
Udawalawe National Park is one of Sri Lanka’s best places to see free-roaming elephants in their natural habitat. Our safaris take you into the heart of the park on comfortable, open-top jeeps led by knowledgeable naturalists who know where the wildlife congregates. Along with large elephant herds you’ll often spot sambar deer, water buffalo, crocodiles, and a rich variety of birds. We offer flexible departures, private or shared jeeps, hotel transfers, and optional add-ons like guided bird walks or photography-focused tours. Enjoy an authentic, safe, and sustainable wildlife experience that supports local conservation.
