The Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort

With its generously-sized, airy rooms, sheltered pool terrace and secluded ambiance, this resort is a cool, leafy retreat from the heat. Only a 5-minute drive from Uda Walawe National Park, it offers a balance of wilderness and comfort.

Spend time exploring the National Park, and find out about caring for orphaned elephants at a nearby sanctuary, before returning to the relative luxury of the resort to relax by the pool and recharge your batteries.