When is the best time to do a safari at Udawalawe Udawalawe National Park, located on the southern fringes of the hill country is one of Sri Lanka’s premier safari destinations. Over the last few years accommodation has sprung up around the edges of the park making it more accessible than ever. Generally travelers will arrive from the south, Tangalle, Mirissa, Hiriketiya etc or from hill country, usually Ella. If you want to check out Sri Lanka’s other awe-inspiring creatures check out our article on blue whale watching in Mirissa. Getting there Bus From the south – Direct bus from Tangalle, takes approximately 2 hours From the north (Ella) – 3 buses (at time of writing) – Ella to Wellawaya, Wellawaya to Embilipitiya and Embilipitiya to Udawalawe Car From the Tangalle – 4500 rupees From Ella – 6500 rupees. We came from Ella and took a car as we wanted…