Sri Lanka route guide · Central Province to Sabaragamuwa Province
Udawalawe National Park, known for reliable elephant safaris, is 5.5 to 7 hours from Kandy by car. Many travellers break the drive in Nuwara Eliya.
The first part of the drive descends from the hills around Kandy on winding roads before the land flattens out.
This is a long day in the car. Leave early and take breaks every two hours or so.
1Pinnawala
Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage is a heart-warming place where you can see elephants up close in a natural…
2Kegalle
Get up close with gentle giants at this heartwarming elephant sanctuary!
3Nuwara Eliya
Step into the aromatic world of Ceylon tea at this historic factory in the misty highlands!
4Nuwara Eliya
Stroll through this charming colonial-era garden in the heart of 'Little England'!
5Haputale
Stand where the tea legend stood! This spectacular viewpoint offers 360-degree views across endless emerald…
6Koslanda
Sri Lanka's second tallest waterfall at an impressive 220 meters!
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About 205 km by road.
5.5 to 7 hours by private car, depending on traffic and stops.
It is possible but tiring, with 11.5 to 13.5 hours of driving in total. Staying at least one night is better.
Nuwara Eliya is the most natural place to break the journey, about 2 to 2.5 hours from Kandy.
