Shared Afternoon Safari - Yala National Park
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.
Area
Sri Lanka's National Parks
Type
Wildlife & Nature
Grade
Standard
Who
Adults
Difficulty
Moderate
Duration
Half Day
Yala National Park is home to one of the world's largest leopard populations, but here you can also find lots of other incredible wildlife and plant species. Spot leopard, elephants, sambar deer, spotted deer, wild boar, crocodiles, buffalos, monkeys and even sloth bear during your adventure around the park.
Heading out after some lunch, you will head out on a shared jeep and be accompanied by a wildlife specialist who will share their wealth of knowledge and point out the fascinating flora and fauna that make up this famous national park.
Recommended Hotels Nearby
A selection of luxury hotel options in the area, handpicked and recommended by our travel specialists.
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View AccommodationChena Huts
Surrounded by unspoilt wilderness, 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.
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View AccommodationLeopard Trails - Wilpattu National Park
Enjoy an authentic safari experience with Leopard Trails in Wilpattu National Park. Stay in a luxury tent, enjoy some story-telling by the fire and learn about many different species that inhabit the park on spectacular sightings with your expert guide.
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View AccommodationAnantara Peace Haven Tangalle Resort
Located on the beautiful south coast of Sri Lanka, the Anantara Peace Haven Tangalle Resort offers a haven of luxury with spectacular ocean views set within a coconut plantation, the ultimate escape to paradise.
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View AccommodationWild Coast Tented Lodge
Recently opened, Wild Coast Tented Lodge is Resplendent Ceylon's latest addition. 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.
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View AccommodationLeopard Trails - Yala National Park
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.
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View Accommodation
Cinnamon Wild Yala
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.
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View AccommodationGal Oya Lodge
Gal Oya Lodge is set on the outskirts of Gal Oya National Park towards Sri Lanka's east coast. Built from locally-sourced natural materials with furniture made by local craftsmen, the nine-bedroom lodge really gives guests a sense of its surroundings.
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View AccommodationCape Weligama
Cape Weligama is a luxury resort located on the south coast of Sri Lanka about 30 minutes from historic Galle. With jaw-dropping views over the Indian Ocean, Cape Weligama has quickly established itself as one of the most exclusive hotels in Sri Lanka.
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View AccommodationAmanwella
Overlooking pristine beaches and the Indian Ocean, situated on the southern tip of Sri Lanka, Amanwella is an all suite chic retreat on the breathtaking Sri Lankan coast. With its laid back atmosphere, it is the perfect place to relax and unwind.
More Experiences in This Area
Discover more things to do in the area and chat to our specialists about crafting these experiences into your tailor-made holiday.
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View ExperienceJeep Safari at Yala National Park
Enjoy a full day jeep safari to Yala National Park, the most famous National Park in Sri Lanka.
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View ExperienceJeep Safari - Wilpattu National Park
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.
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View ExperienceMorning Safari - Yala National Park
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.
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View ExperienceSafari in Wilpattu National Park
Head into Wilpattu National Park for a morning or evening safari to marvel at the range of wildlife.
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