Udawalawe National Park (Elephant Safari)

Surrounding the massive Udawalawe reservoir, this national park rivals the savannas of East Africa. It is the best place in Asia to observe wild Asian elephants year-round in their natural habitat. Herds of mothers and calves bathe in the lake, while water buffaloes, spotted deer, monitor lizards, and over 180 species of birds roam freely across the grasslands.