All Ella Tours & Excursions in 2026

This tour is organized by Bentota Travel Mart (BTM) for the tourists to enjoy two different Wild Safari experiences at two most rated National Parks (Yala & Udawalawe) in Sri Lanka Tour Plan Day 1 • Pick up at 8.00/9.00am, drive to Yala • Enjoy Yala Evening Safari • Overnight Stay at 3 star Hotel in Yala Day 2 • 8.30am leave to Udawalawe • Enjoy Udawalawe Morning Safari • Visit Elephant Transit Home (ETH) • Drive back to drop of location Inclusions • Private Transportation with an Well Experienced Driver-Guide • All Entry Fees & Charges • Safari Jeep • Accommodation at 3 star Hotel with Dinner & Breakfast • Lunch on Day 1 & 2 • Free Pick up & Drop off from anywhere in Negambo, Colombo, Mt Lavinia, Wadduwa, Kalutara, Beruwala, Bentota, Ahungalla, Hikkaduwa, Galle, Unawatuna, Talpe,Koggala, Ahangama, Weligama, Mirissa Dickwella, Tangalle, Hambantota & nearby areas.

Book your scenic train journey with us online and enjoy a hassle-free experience!Our prices are competitive, and we offer comprehensive travel information and 24/7 customer support. Pre-book your tickets with us and let us take care of securing your seats for your preferred day. Depending on availability, you'll be allocated seats in 1st, 2nd, or 3rd class reserved carriages. Your e-ticket will be sent via WhatsApp by midnight before your travel date, so you can relax and look forward to your journey. Please note that we'll need a passport number for each passenger, as it's required for e-tickets and may be checked by authorities. We'll provide travel advice to make your scenic journey unforgettable.

No Sri Lanka vacation is complete without visiting mountain-framed Ella, but a DIY trip from the south coast can be daunting. This private tour makes it easy, with a private vehicle and driver-guide to ferry you around. Tour the Nine Arch Bridge and Little Adams Peak, enjoy a Hill Country train ride, visit a tea factory and plantation, see Rawana Waterfall, and more, all during an action-packed, yet stress-free day. Lunch, plus hotel pickup and drop-off from select areas are included.

Home to leopards, elephants, crocodiles, wild boars, and more, Yala National Park is a must for most travelers, so can get extremely crowded. Beat the worst of the rush when you book half-day, full-day, or morning tours: these start early from your Yala area hotel to get you near the front of the line. All packages include entrance fees, water, snacks, and 2-way hotel transfers: the full-day option includes lunch.

Train Journey from Ella to Kandy / Nanuoya is considered as one of the most scenic train trips in the world. Reserved seats comes with the pre-printed seat number and customers can board the train and occupy the relevant seat. We generally issue tickets from 2nd class reserved compartments. There is a chance that we may have to issue from other classes (1st class / 3rd class ) as well depending on the demand. If you have any specific class requirement, you can mention it in the booking. Please make sure to mention your passport number and mobile number as they are important. We will not be able to issue tickets unless the passport number is provided.

Discover the wild side of Sri Lanka on a thrilling Udawalawe National Park safari. Enjoy hassle-free pick-up and drop-off from your hotel & explore the park by 4x4 jeep, spotting elephants, buffalo, crocodiles, deer, and diverse birdlife. A perfect one-day adventure for wildlife and nature lovers. (Private & All Inclusive Package) Tour Highlight: • Udawalawe Jeep Safari (3-3.5 Hours) • Visit Elephant Transit Home Inclusions • Hotel Pickup & Drop-off • Private Return Transportation (Air-Conditioned Vehicle) • All Entry Fees • Private Safari Jeep • Lunch • Bottled Water Exclusions • Drinks • Tips Key Points • Choose from Morning or Afternoon Safari • Pickup & Drop-off available from: Colombo, Mount Lavinia, Katunayake, Negombo, Waikkal, Galle, Unawatuna, Talpe, Koggala, Habaraduwa, Ahangama, Weligama, Mirissa, Matara, Dickwella, Hiriketiya, Tangalle, Ranna, Hambantota, Ella, Wellawaya, Udawalawe, Arugam Bay, Yala, Kirinda, Tissamaharama, Weerawila & Kataragma & nearby areas.

Book this private Yala safari which conveniently leaves from several areas, including Galle, Ahangama, Unawatuna, and Weligama. You’ll be on the lookout for leopards, elephants, bears, and much more while you’re in the national park. Your guide will take care of all the logistics, including hotel pickup and drop off, lots of info on the animals, and lunch to eat along the way.

You will be able to enjoy a thrilling three hours safari in Yala National Park with the opportunity of spotting lot of wildlife creatures including Leopards, Wild Elephants, Sloth Bears, Water Buffalo any many more. It consists of 215 bird species, 44 species of mammals, 47 reptiles, 18 amphibian species, 21 freshwater fish as per the records. If you are lucky, you will spot more of these wild animals.

Immerse yourself in the tea-growing heritage and village cuisine of Sri Lanka’s highlands on this private tour departing from the Haputale region. Traveling by comfortable private vehicle with a driver-guide; visit a tea plantation, walk through the idyllic tea terraces, and tour the factory to learn about the manufacturing process and taste different varieties of aromatic teas. Finish with an authentic lunch at a village house to cap your experience of highland life.

Discover the three iconic sights in Ella on this full-day private tour. Your guide and driver take you from point to point, explaining the history and significance of each. First stop at Ella Rock and climb to the top. Next visit the Nine Arches Bridge, a viaduct, and get your cameras ready. Finally visit Little Adam’s Peak and do an easy hike to the footprint of Lord Buddha and see the sunset.

On this scenic, half-day excursion, you’ll enjoy exclusive access to a Sri Lankan tea plantation, known as Lipton’s Seat. Travel like a local in a three-wheeler tuk tuk, enjoying an open-air ride through lush tea country. Then, learn the ins and outs of local tea cultivation before sitting down to a panoramic picnic lunch overlooking the misty hills.

The Udawalawe National Park safari stands out for its unique features and unforgettable experiences. Situated in Sri Lanka, the park boasts abundant wildlife, such as elephants, leopards, and diverse bird species. Its scenic landscapes and responsible tourism practices add to its charm. Exploring the park through thrilling jeep safaris offers an adventure like no other, ensuring an up-close encounter with nature's wonders. For nature enthusiasts and adventure seekers, the Udawalawe National Park safari promises an exceptional wildlife adventure, making it a must-visit destination in Sri Lanka.

Enjoy a personalized full-body treatment using warm herbal oils and traditional Ayurvedic techniques. The session includes back, neck, arms, legs, feet, and a soothing head massage, with pressure tailored to your comfort. Afterward, relax with a herbal drink and optional wellness guidance.

Our operations start around 8.00 a.m. and go until 4.30 p.m. Between those times, you can come and take your tour. Also, one tour normally takes around 40 minutes to 1 hour to complete. When taking the plantation tour, you must participate in the tea-picking session. Before the session, we performed the customary worship of Lord Ganesh at a small kovil close to the plantation. You will also receive your basket to harvest tea, as well as a small mottu. If you decide to take part in the tea plucking activity, you could perhaps wear the customary tea plucker attire of a wraparound saree or sarong. Relax amidst the breathtaking views of endless greenery, tea estates, and surrounding countryside at our Sky Café from a mountain top of 300m above ground/1300m above sea level. Indulge in a unique tea-tasting experience and discover how and why Ceylon tea comes in different grades and flavors to suit diverse palettes worldwide.

Enjoy a safari adventure in your choice of Yala or Udawalawe National Park. Seamless pickup from your hotel in Ella means you don’t have to plan any of the transportation. The tours are also timed so that you'll see the animals in their natural habitat during the most active part of their day.

Sri Lanka’s first ever certified mega zip-line, located amidst the luscious green estates of Ella. The two-wire zip-line stretches for more than half a kilometre, slides at 80kmph and offers a bird’s-eye view of the beautiful hills of the island. It is exclusively designed for adventure enthusiasts and adrenaline junkies who prefer a not so ordinary hillside experience.

Towering over Ella, Ella Rock is an iconic hike that offers beautiful views, not to mention a waterfall, rubber plantations, and tea gardens. Unfortunately, fake signs and deceptive touts can make the trek hard to manage independently. Relax and take it easy with this private tour, which includes a guide, hot drinks, snacks, bottled water, and round-trip private transfers from any hotel in Uva Province.

Eco-Friendly Wildlife Safaris with Expert Trackers Our safari experience stands out for its deep commitment to eco-friendly practices and ethical wildlife viewing. We carefully respect nature and wild animals, avoiding crowded encounters and emphasising quiet observation. Extended Park Hours: We maximise your time in the park to give you the highest chance of successful wildlife sightings. Passionate Local Trackers: We work hard to track leopards, sloth bears, elephants, and rare birdlife while preserving the peace of the habitat. Yala Park Options: Covering Block 1 (Main Entrance) and Block 5 & 6 (Galge Entrance) for flexible, off-the-beaten-path choices. Udawalawe Park Coverage: Complete exploration of Udawalawe National Park, specialising in elephant herd tracking across all zones. Full-Day Safaris Available: Unmatched full-day wilderness expeditions tailored for true nature lovers.

Follow in the footsteps of 19th-century tea tycoon, Sir Thomas Lipton, on this private Lipton’s Seat and Dambetenna Tea Factory trip from Ella and nearby towns. Swap cab- and bus-hopping for a private tuk-tuk with a guide, and ride up through tea farms to Lipton’s Seat for stunning panoramas over the mountain-backed, tea-coated hills that the magnate once surveyed. Afterward, walk through plantations, visit Dambetenna to discover how tea is made, and enjoy a refreshing brew before returning.

This is our warm invitation for you to explore breathtaking wilderness of Sri Lanka. From Ella, moving to the sandy beaches in down south (Tangalle/Hiriketiya/Thalalla/Matara/Mirissa/Weligama/Ahangama/Habaraduwa/Koggala/Unawatuna/Galle) is the most popular option. We give you the opportunity to transfer from Ella to down south while enjoying the experience of a Wildlife Safari in YALA, which is the second largest National Park in the country. The biggest attraction of the YALA national park is the Sri Lankan Leopard, which is native to Sri Lanka. YALA is considered to have the highest density of leopards in anywhere in the world.

Nature-loving travelers will enjoy a private full-day safari tour in Udawalawe National Park. After a handy pickup from your Ella hotel, embark on a comfortable Jeep safari in the sanctuary. Look out for elephants, sloth bears, leopards, and crocodiles, among other birds and animals. Learn more about the park and its inhabitants from your guide. At the end of the day, transfer back to your hotel.

Kandy, the final capital of the ancient kings of Sri Lanka, has much to offer. Get your culture fix at the famous Temple of the Tooth, explore the Royal Botanical Gardens, and visit a tea factory to learn all about what happens to the leaves before they land in your pot. This tour includes private transfers from various beach towns on the west coast, a chauffeur-guide and licensed guide at the Temple of the Tooth.

Dedicate a full day to seeing the natural side of Sri Lanka by taking a trip to Yala National Park, which includes transportation from Mirissa, Ella, Hambantota, Tangalle, Ranna, and other areas. Take an extended Jeep safari through the park, and increase your odds of spotting everything from leopards to elephants in their natural habitat.