Scenery on the drive from Ella to Arugam Bay, Sri Lanka

Ella to Arugam Bay private transfer

Drop out of the hills to the east coast surf breaks, with elephants often visible along the way.

~130 km ~3 h Fixed all-in price

What the Ella to Arugam Bay drive is like

A dramatic descent through Ella Gap and Wellawaya, then flat plains through Monaragala. Wild elephants near Lahugala are a regular sight at dusk.

Stops travellers add

  • Ravana Falls
  • Buduruwagala
  • Lahugala elephant spotting

Which vehicle for this route?

  • Car1-3 passengers, 2 large suitcases
  • SUV1-4 passengers, 3 large suitcases
  • Van4-7 passengers, 6-7 large suitcases
  • Bus8-30+ passengers, One case per seat

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