Tour Overview
Discover the Wild Side of Sri Lanka
Yala is one of Sri Lanka’s most exciting destinations for wildlife and nature lovers. Best known for Yala National Park, the region combines dry-zone forests, grasslands, rocky outcrops, wetlands, lagoons, and coastal scenery.
A jeep safari through the park offers the chance to encounter a remarkable variety of wildlife, including elephants, spotted deer, water buffalo, crocodiles, wild boar, monkeys, and many species of birds.
Yala is also widely known for its leopard population, although wildlife sightings can never be guaranteed. Every safari is different, making each visit a unique experience.
Included
Private Transportation
Comfortable transportation to and from Yala based on the confirmed itinerary.Private Safari Jeep
Jeep transportation for your scheduled Yala National Park safari.Experienced Safari Driver
A knowledgeable local safari driver to guide you through the park.Hotel Pickup & Drop-Off
Transfers between your accommodation and the safari starting point.Bottled Drinking Water
Drinking water provided during the arranged excursion.Parking & Standard Transport Charges
Applicable vehicle parking and standard transport-related charges for the confirmed tour.
Excluded
National Park Entrance Fees
Yala National Park entrance tickets unless specifically included in your confirmed package.Hotel Accommodation
Accommodation is excluded unless stated in the selected tour package.Meals & Beverages
Breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks and additional beverages unless otherwise specified.Personal Expenses
Shopping, souvenirs and other personal purchases.Tips & Gratuities
Tips for safari drivers, guides and other service staff are optional.Travel Insurance
Personal travel, medical, accident and cancellation insurance are not included.
Itinerary
Day 01 — Arrival in Yala & Afternoon Safari
Enter the Wilderness
Travel to the Yala region and prepare for your first wildlife experience.
Suggested Experiences:
- Arrival in Yala
- Hotel check-in or luggage drop-off
- Relax before the safari
- Afternoon pickup by safari jeep
- Enter Yala National Park
- Wildlife viewing across forests, grasslands and lagoons
- Search for elephants, deer, buffalo, crocodiles, monkeys and birdlife
- Opportunity for leopard sightings
- Sunset safari experience
- Return to the hotel
Overnight: Yala / Tissamaharama area
Day 02 — Morning Safari & Departure
One More Journey into the Wild
Start early for another opportunity to experience Yala when wildlife activity can be particularly rewarding.
Suggested Experiences:
- Early morning safari pickup
- Sunrise inside or around the national park
- Explore different wildlife zones
- Birdwatching and photography stops
- Search for elephants and other wildlife
- Return to the hotel
- Breakfast and check-out
- Continue to your next Sri Lanka destination
