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Yala National Park is Sri Lanka's most celebrated wildlife sanctuary, home to leopards, elephants, sloth bears, and a rich variety of other wildlife — making it one of the most popular day excursions in Sri Lanka. This private safari package includes a 4-hour jeep safari through Yala's diverse landscape of forest, grassland, marshes and coastal beaches, giving you the best chance of unforgettable wildlife encounters. Salt & Palm Tours provides free hotel pickup and drop-off for guests staying in Aluthgama, Bentota, Kosgoda, Ahungalla, Ambalangoda, Hikkaduwa, Galla, Unawatuna, koggala, Ahangama, Weligama and Mirissa
Highlights
- Spot the elusive Sri Lankan leopard, one of Yala's most iconic residents
- See Sri Lanka's magnificent wild elephants in their natural habitat
- Look out for sloth bears, spotted deer, water buffalo, monkeys, peacocks, eagles and other wildlife
- Explore Yala National Park on a guided safari
- Safari transportation in a jeep
- Enjoy convenient hotel pickup and drop-off
What's Included in Package
- Experienced driver and safari guide
- Free hotel pickup and drop-off from Hikkaduwa, Aluthgama, Bentota, Kosgoda, Ahungalla, Ambalangoda, Galle, Unawatuna, Koggala, Ahangama, Weligama, and Mirissa
- Safari transportation in a jeep
- Bottled water
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Private transportation
- National Park Entrance Fees
- Lunch
Why book with us
- No hidden charges or unexpected fees
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)
- Reserve Now and Pay Later — secure your spot while staying flexible
Itinerary
What each day looks like.
- 01Hotel Pickup
Your private driver-guide will pick you up from your hotel at the scheduled time. Travel comfortably in a private air-conditioned vehicle for approximately 3–4 hours as you begin your journey to Yala National Park.
Varies by location · Admission Not applicable
- 02Yala National Park
Begin your safari adventure in Yala National Park, home to one of the highest leopard densities in the world. Travel through a diverse landscape of forest, grassland, scrubland and marshland in a jeep while your experienced driver-guide helps you spot wildlife. Keep your camera ready for a chance to see the elusive Sri Lankan leopard, along with wild elephants, sloth bears, spotted deer, water buffalo, monkeys, peacocks, eagles and many other species of birds and wildlife.
4 hours · Admission Ticket Not Included
- 03Hotel Drop-Off
After your unforgettable Yala safari adventure, relax in your private air-conditioned vehicle as your driver-guide takes you back to your hotel.
Varies by location · Admission Not applicable
Additional Info
- Pickup: Free hotel pickup and drop-off from Hikkaduwa, Aluthgama, Bentota, Kosgoda, Ahungalla, Ambalangoda, Galle, Unawatuna, Koggala, Ahangama, Weligama, and Mirissa
- Start time: 7:00 AM
- Offered in: English
- Instant Confirmation
- Not wheelchair accessible
- This is a private tour — only your group will participate