Wild elephants on the road from Dambulla to Kandy

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Noah D.9700 rep2
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We are taking a local bus through the hills to Kandy Is it true that wild elephants sometimes block the main roads

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It is rare on the main A9 highway directly into Kandy, but very common on the roads connecting Dambulla/Habarana to Minneriya and Polonnaruwa. Elephants occasionally cross these roads at dusk. If you are in a large public CTB bus, you are completely safe. The drivers know exactly how to stop and wait patiently. Just enjoy the free safari from your window!

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Dr. Nimal.3110 rep1

Absolutely NOT safe on a scooter at dusk. Elephants are very dark and almost invisible on the road at night.

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Dr. Nimal.3110 rep1

We got stuck behind a massive bull elephant on the bus for 30 minutes. It was incredible.

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Oliver B.3130 rep2

Do not stick your arms or cameras out the window if the elephant walks close to the bus.

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Bhante S.11450 rep1

Is it safe to drive a rental scooter on these roads then.

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Noah D.9700 rep2

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