Explore YALA National Park with our eco-friendly safari. Enjoy two game drives, meet new people, and experience Sri Lanka’s wilderness. Book now!
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Tangalle - 1 hour and 30 minutes -
From one of the most beautiful parts of the beaches in Southern Sri Lanka, you will be picked up by our transfer vehicle drivers. The pick-up areas include Hiriketiya, Tangalle, Dikwella, Rekawa, Nilwella, and Mawella. After picking you up early in the morning, around 4:00 a.m., we will begin our journey aiming to reach Tissamaharama in time to arrive at the YALA main entrance punctually. - Tissamaharama - In Tissamaharama, you will transfer from the transfer vehicle to the safari vehicle. We use only rugged Toyota Hilux 4x4 vehicles for the safari, specially equipped to navigate YALA National Park’s diverse off-road conditions with ease. Safari vehicles have 6 individual seats, providing a 270-degree view for guests.
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Yala National Park - Game Drive 1: From 6:00 a.m. to around 8:00 a.m.
This is the first highlight of the day.
Embark on a thrilling wilderness adventure into Yala, home to the world’s highest concentration of leopards!
The Sri Lankan leopard is a subspecies native to Sri Lanka. YALA boasts approximately a hundred individual leopards.
This Game Drive covers the first two hours of the day (6 a.m. to 8 a.m.). Wildlife enthusiasts refer to this time as the “Golden Hours,” offering the highest chance of spotting the elusive Sri Lankan leopards and many other animals. You will be inside YALA, observing the wild with the guidance of our experienced driver-guide.
There is also a chance to encounter sloth bears, elephants, crocodiles, monkeys, spotted deer, mongoose, birds, and a plethora of other species.
Our top priority is your comfort and safety, so we use only rugged Toyota Hilux 4X4 vehicles for the Game Drives.
- Patanangala - At the end of the first game drive, you will have a break to refresh yourself at Patanangala beach inside YALA National Park, facing the Indian Ocean.
You can enjoy your breakfast during the break. Breakfast is not included in this tour, but you can request it from us for an additional charge of 8 USD per person.
Sri Lankan picnic breakfast includes Plain Hopper, Egg Hopper, Rotti, Coconut Sambol, Sini Sambol, and Sri Lankan fruits.
- Yala National Park - After the break, you will start the second game drive of the day, lasting 1 hour.
Marvel at the sight of majestic elephants, graceful spotted deer, and elusive sloth bears, among a plethora of other mesmerizing species. Your knowledgeable driver-guide will share insights into the behaviors and habitats of YALA’s diverse wildlife, enriching your safari experience. With every moment promising an unforgettable encounter, YALA offers a sanctuary where the extraordinary becomes the norm.
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Tissamaharama - After completing the second game drive, you will exit YALA National Park and travel to Tissamaharama by safari vehicle.
You will transfer from the safari vehicle to the transfer vehicle. -
Lahugala - 3 hours - Transfer from Tissamaharama to Arugam Bay
The road to Arugam Bay runs near the border of Lahugala Kitulana National Park. While passing through the Lahugala area, you will often see elephants by the side of the road. - Arugam Bay - This is where we will drop you off.
Return to your hotel in the Arugam Bay beach area, filled with memories of a lifetime and a newfound appreciation for the wonders of one of the best spots in Sri Lanka’s majestic wilderness.
If you love surfing, this will be a paradise for you as Arugam Bay is the only international surf competition venue in Sri Lanka. It is also rated as one of the top ten surf destinations in the world.
We hope we have painted a picture in your mind of what the tour experience would be like.
We, at Ajith Safari Jeep Tours, are ready to serve you and invite you to book this tour with us.
- Experienced Driver cum Guide
- Snacks
- Cool box with bottled water
- Toyota Hilux 4X4 Safari vehicle - (maximum of 6 passengers per vehicle)
- Drop off in Arugam Bay area
- Hotel pickup - From Hiriketiya/ Tangalle/ Dikwella/ Rekawa/ Nilwella/ Mawella area
- Pickup beyond given area available with extra charge
- Entrance Fees to the National Park (11,000/- Sri Lankan Rupees - Around $35 per person)
- Breakfast
This is our warm invitation for you to explore breathtaking wilderness of Sri Lanka with our company. And with this package, we are ready to give you two Game Drives. The first one covers the “Golden Hours” and the second one goes off the beaten path in YALA. Also, this is a great opportunity for you to meet new people, as it is a shared safari.
We’re the only Sri Lankan safari operator mentioned both in Lonely Planet and the number one provider on Trip Advisor for more than a decade.
We take pride in our commitment to eco-friendly and sustainable Safari operations. For over 35 years, we’ve served clients from around the world with comfort, enjoyment, and adventure.
NOTE -
As an authorized company to offer safari services in YALA National Park, all of our 4X4 vehicles have necessary approvals & all of our drivers have the special licenses to provide their service as safari drivers in the YALA National Park - issued by the Department of Wildlife Conservation in Sri Lanka.
- Please be informed that the entrance fees for the YALA National Park is not included in this package.
- You must pay the fees at the entrance in cash in Sri Lankan Rupees (Rs. 11,000/- , approx. $35 per person) or through a credit card. (There is no facility at present at the YALA National Park entrance to make cash payments in foreign currencies)
- The total duration of the Tour is around 9 hours and 30 minutes. This includes 3 hours and 30 minutes inside the YALA National Park, 2 hours to Pick up and reach to the entrance and 4 hours to Drop off after the safari.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
