Ceylon Tea and Gentle Giants

5.4 /6
80% of customers recommend this tour!
Free cancellation up to 24h
Discount for kids
from €120.69 /pers.
Duration
All day
Age
No restrictions
Confirmation
Instant e‑voucher
Transfers included
Closest Dates
Buy this attraction and get an eSIM with 1 GB of Internet for free!

What You'll See

  • Tea plantation – discover the traditions of Ceylon tea production
  • Udawalawe National Park – explore one of the country's best wildlife reserves
  • Jeep safari – observe wild elephants and other native animals
  • Elephant transit home – watch the elephants being fed and learn about conservation efforts

What’s included

  • Transfers
  • Guide service
  • Enterance fees

Not included

  • Lunch

Program Description

Experience two of Sri Lanka's greatest highlights on a full-day excursion combining the island's world-famous Ceylon tea with an unforgettable encounter with Asian elephants. This tour offers the perfect blend of local culture, scenic landscapes and incredible wildlife.

After hotel pick-up, travel to Akuressa or Handunugoda (depending on the number of participants) to visit a tea plantation and factory. Learn about the journey of Ceylon tea from freshly picked leaves to the finished product, and discover why tea production has become such an important part of Sri Lanka's heritage.

Continue to Udawalawe, where you'll have free time for lunch (at your own expense). Afterwards, embark on an exciting jeep safari through Udawalawe National Park, one of the best places in Sri Lanka to observe wild Asian elephants, as well as a variety of birds and other native wildlife in their natural habitat.

To conclude the day, visit an elephant transit home, where you'll have the opportunity to watch the elephants being fed and learn more about the conservation efforts dedicated to protecting these magnificent animals.

After the excursion, return to your hotel.

The itinerary and programme may be subject to change.

Important information

Additional insurance coverage is recommended.

Vouchers

  • You'll receive your voucher via email, immediately after booking.
  • Your voucher contains all key information, such as pickup times and meeting points.
  • Use the digital voucher on your mobile device or print it for convenience. Be sure to reach the pickup point 15 minutes ahead of time to avoid delays and ensure a smooth start to your tour.

Cancellation Policy

Get full refund if you cancel up to 24h before the excursion begin. The conditions may vary depending on the guide's language. read terms

Reviews

How do we collect reviews?
5.4 /6
3 reviews
booking process
5.4
tour program
5.0
organization of the trip
5.0
guide
6.0
compliance with the description
5.6
value for money
5.2
6/6
Krzysztof, with partner
29 Jan 2026

Everything went according to plan and program. The trip was very interesting, especially the safari in the national park. I recommend it!

6/6
Agnieszka, with family
01 Sep 2025

I had the great pleasure of participating in the Ceylon Tea and Elephant Experience tour, and it was a truly extraordinary experience. We were accompanied by a very kind, knowledgeable and friendly guide. The trip ran smoothly and was absolutely unforgettable. During the safari, we saw numerous elephants, crocodiles, buffalo, chameleons, mongooses, kingfishers, and even buffalo skulls. It was truly impressive how close the elephants approached us—always while maintaining complete safety. Special praise goes to the park guide, who proved to be incredibly sharp and observant—he was even able to spot a small lizard hidden among the tree branches during the off-road ride! The visit to the tea plantations was also incredibly interesting and magical in its own way. Everything was perfectly organized, and we felt comfortable and safe the entire time. We highly recommend this tour! The entire trip allowed us to experience the authentic Sri Lanka. We recommend it to anyone visiting the island.

Provider / Organizer

Aitken Spence Travels (Pvt) Ltd.
No. 315, Vauxhall Street, Colombo - 02. Sri Lanka

Each Provider (Organizer) is an entrepreneur. All obligations related to contract execution lie with the Provider. The contract for the provision of tourism services is concluded between you as the Client and the Provider through the SeePlaces platform. All obligations related to the performance of the contract lie with the Provider. As a party to the contract, the Provider bears sole responsibility for the proper execution of the service. SeePlaces, as the provider of the online platform, facilitates the Client's conclusion of a contract with the Provider, including enabling reservations and payments to the Provider. SeePlaces is not responsible for the content of the offer or the manner in which it is carried out by the Provider. Any complaints related to the services provided by the Provider should be submitted directly to the Provider or via SeePlaces at the following email address: [email protected]. SeePlaces will then promptly forward your concerns to the Provider. If any comments or concerns arise during the performance of the contract by the Provider, they can be reported at the location where the tourism service is provided. The Provider is responsible for handling complaints. The entity responsible for the operation of the www.seeplaces.com platform is SeePlaces. Any comments regarding its operation can be submitted to the following email address: [email protected]. SeePlaces will review them within 14 days from the date of receipt. Detailed information about how the platform operates can be found in the SeePlaces Platform Terms of Use available in the footer of the www.seeplaces.com website.

Offer code: CMBSRLNE1

Attraction packages - Colombo

Cheaper in packageYou save 5%
Package price:from €244.87/pers.
Regular price:from €257.76 /pers.
Cheaper in packageYou save 5%
Package price:from €155.60/pers.
Regular price:from €163.80 /pers.