Elephants are mighty but adorable creatures. They display a tremendous amount of affection towards humans, and their behaviour is pleasing to watch. Sri Lanka is an animal paradise, and elephants are a great part of it. Find the best places to spend your day watching these magnificent mammals.
Willpattu National Park
A rare opportunity to witness a wide range of wildlife in their natural habitats, Wilpattu National Park is home to many elephants living in harmony. Why it is easy to visit Wilpattu is the number of boutique hotels in Sri Lanka located within proximity to this park, such as Leopard Safaris Wilpattu by KK Collection. So accommodation is not an issue and visiting the park can be done with ease.
Yala National Park
One of the most famous national parks in Sri Lanka, Yala is a sanctuary for many animals, including elephants, leopards, and aquatic birds. The park is in the Southern province, in the rural area called Palatupana. You can find around 350 elephants wandering the area in herds and watch them in their natural habitats.
Udawalawe National Park
Udawalawe park is located close to Ella, so if you’re planning to go to Ella, you can easily check this place out. There are more than 600 elephants in this park, among other wildlife including deer, buffalos, and monkeys. You can capture some great pictures of the elephants in the area, and if you’re lucky, you will be able to witness the rare ‘thunpath rena’, a trio of mother, baby and another female elephant strolling together.
