Safari in Wilpattu National Park

A deeply immersive journey through Sri Lanka, designed for true wildlife enthusiasts. This itinerary showcases the remarkable diversity of the island’s national parks—from the elusive leopards of Wilpattu National Park to the elephant-rich waters of Gal Oya National Park and the raw wilderness of Kumana National Park. It’s also a compelling blueprint for how seamlessly wildlife can be woven into a wider Sri Lankan journey, revealing distinct ecosystems, guiding styles and camp experiences.

Set in Sri Lanka’s Cultural Triangle, Uga Ulagalla blends restored heritage with contemporary and sweeping reservoir views, a serene sanctuary where culture, nature, and authentic experiences unfold at your pace.

Nestled on the edge of Gal Oya National Park, Gal Oya Lodge is a secluded sanctuary of handcrafted bungalows, jungle vistas and unforgettable wildlife encounters, where boat safaris, nature walks and authentic local experiences shape every stay.

Step into the wild at Leopard Trails, Wilpattu. Stay in a luxury tent, track elusive leopards and sloth bears on guided safaris, and unwind by the campfire beneath a sky full of stars, an authentic, immersive Sri Lankan safari experience.

Vil Uyana offers spacious luxury dwellings, built over a wetlands area just a few kilometres from Sigiriya. The perfect destination as part of a wider Sri Lankan itinerary, this is a place to relax, unwind, pamper yourself and get back to nature.

Close to Yala National Park on Sri Lanka's South Coast, this luxury lodge will be made up of 36 luxury cocoon tents surrounded by incredible wildlife.

Leopard Trails is a fantastic experience to get close to all the action in Yala National Park. Here see the best of Sri Lanka’s wildlife such as elephants, leopards and crocodile. Enjoy a stay in one of the tents, all designed with comfort in mind.

Cinnamon Wild, formerly known as Yala Village, has a rustic chic, contemporary ambience that blends seamlessly with the surrounding wilderness – a commendable transformation achieved by Sri Lankan architect Channa Daswatte.

Surrounded by unspoilt wilderness, Uga Chena Huts is nestled amongst dunes and trees at the ocean's edge, lying within a few minutes from the entrance to Yala National Park. It is an ideal place to observe the magnificent profusion of wildlife and nature.

Hidden on the edge of Wilpattu National Park, Taru Villas Villu is an intimate wilderness retreat where refined design, private plunge pools and exceptional safaris combine for a quietly luxurious encounter with Sri Lanka’s wild heart.

Enjoy a full day jeep safari to Yala National Park, the most famous National Park in Sri Lanka.

Wilpattu is one of Sri Lanka’s oldest and largest national parks, with an area of over 130,000 hectares. Explore by jeep, driving past natural lakes, scrubland and dense jungle, possibly spotting sloth bear, leopard and wild elephant.

Head into Yala National Park in the early morning to marvel at the range of wildlife, particularly the leopards for which the park is renowned.

Enjoy a evening safari in Yala National Park. Yala is a must for anyone wanting to spot the elusive leopard, and with over 250sqkm / 96sqm of land to explore, you will likely have some luck in spotting not only leopard, but sloth bear and elephants.