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Herd of wild elephants walking through Yala National Park at golden hour

Wildlife Parks

Yala

Hambantota & Monaragala Districts

Leopards, elephants and golden savanna safaris.

Introduction

Discover Yala

Yala National Park is Sri Lanka's best-known wildlife reserve, famed for one of the world's highest densities of leopards.

Jeep safaris cross scrub jungle, lagoons and grassland where elephants, sloth bears, crocodiles and abundant birdlife can be seen.

Highlights

  • Leopard sightings
  • Elephant herds
  • Coastal lagoons
  • Birdwatching

Things to do

  • Morning and afternoon jeep safaris
  • Birdwatching tours
  • Visit Sithulpawwa rock temple

Travel tips

  • Morning safaris often offer the best light and activity
  • Wear neutral colours
  • Bring binoculars and a hat

Gallery

Yala in pictures

Herd of wild elephants walking through Yala National Park at golden hour

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Things to do

Experiences in this Destination

Yala National Park Jeep Safari — Herd of wild elephants walking through Yala National Park at golden hourWildlife & Safari
YalaDuration on request

Yala National Park Jeep Safari

Search for leopards, elephants and sloth bears in Sri Lanka's best-known national park.

Price on request

Tour Packages

Journeys including Yala

Classic Sri Lanka Island Explorer — Aerial view of Sigiriya Lion Rock rising above misty jungle at sunriseIsland Explorer Tours
10 days / 9 nights8 destinations

Classic Sri Lanka Island Explorer

Ancient kingdoms, hill country, wildlife and the southern coast in one complete journey.

Price on request

Sri Lanka Wildlife & Safari — Herd of wild elephants walking through Yala National Park at golden hourWildlife & Safari Tours
6 days / 5 nights3 destinations

Sri Lanka Wildlife & Safari

Leopards in Yala, elephant herds in Udawalawe and the Cultural Triangle's wild side.

Price on request

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