You will have the pleasure of being picked up from your hotel in the local area or at the Park Entrance, embarking on a captivating journey into the enchanting Yala National Park. As you venture through the park, you will have the opportunity to immerse yourself in the beauty of light forests, scrubs, grasslands, and lagoons, and witness the magnificent range of animals that call this place home. Accompanied by your private 4WD Jeep and an expert guide, the focus of your exploration will be on spotting leopards during the magical 'Golden Hours' of the day, which are either the first two hours or the last two hours.

 

Throughout this safari, your knowledgeable guide and skilled driver will navigate the vast area and roads with expertise, ensuring that you have the best chance of encountering the world's most concentrated number of leopards, sloth bears, and elephants. The morning tour commences at 6 am, allowing you to embrace the tranquility and beauty of the park at its finest. Alternatively, the afternoon option grants you the opportunity to explore from 2 pm until sunset, which marks the park's closure at 6 pm.

 

Yala National Park is nestled on Sri Lanka's captivating southeast, embracing the panoramic Indian Ocean. It serves as a sanctuary for wildlife, boasting an impressive array of 44 mammal species and 215 bird species. Within this rich environment, you can expect to come across leopards, elephants, water buffalo, sloth bears, sambars, jackals, spotted deer, peacocks, and even crocodiles. Prepare yourself for a truly thoughtful and awe-inspiring experience as you delve into the wonders of Yala National Park.