Jungle Paradise - Udawalawe

Boutique jungle resort 10 minutes from Udawalawe National Park safaris

Accommodations

Jungle Paradise offers family rooms and Deluxe Apartments with kitchenettes in select accommodations. Each room includes a private balcony or terrace with garden views, and some have a massive bathroom. The Deluxe Apartment provides a separate deck area overlooking the jungle canopy.

Dining

The hotel's on-site restaurant serves Sri Lankan rice and curry and international dishes, with vegetarian and vegan options for breakfast. Breakfast includes fresh papaya juice from garden-grown fruits, pancakes, and barista coffee from a La Cimbali espresso machine. Guests can order packed lunches for early safari departures and enjoy local fruits from the property's trees.

Safari & Activities

Guided safari tours to Udawalawe National Park are arranged by Jungle Paradise with expert driver-guides like Lasa, who has 15 years of experience and spots rare species. The hotel also offers bicycle rental, hiking trails, and cooking classes for guests. A full-day safari with Lasa includes a packed breakfast and intimate elephant encounters away from other jeeps.

Family-Friendly Amenities

The property has a kids' pool with a shallow end and a separate wading pool, plus a fenced infinity pool open all year. Babysitting and child services are available upon request, and board games like Carrom are provided for evening entertainment. The resident dogs Ruby and Charlie and cats add to the homely atmosphere for children.

Location & Nearby Attractions

Paradise Jungle is a 10-minute drive from the Udawalawe National Park entrance and close to the Elephant Transit Home ethical orphanage. The hotel organizes tours to Sankapala Raja Maha Viharaya Temple, and offers airport shuttle service from Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport (30 miles). Free private parking and 24-hour tour desk services are included for guests.

• Location: 10 minutes from Udawalawe National Park, 30 miles from airport
• Rooms: Spacious family rooms & Deluxe Apartments with kitchenettes
• Dining: Sri Lankan curries, barista coffee, garden-fresh breakfast
• Activities: Guided safaris with expert Lasa, bicycle rental, cooking class
• Family: Kids' pool, babysitting, board games, resident pets
• Service: Free parking, 24-hour tour desk, airport shuttle