Yala Safari Private Day Trip with Return Transport
An all-inclusive private day trip to Sri Lanka's most famous national park, with a 4-hour jeep safari and return transfers.
1 Day (4-hour safari)
Duration
1 - 6 travellers
Group Size
Easy
Difficulty
Overview
Experience the thrill of a Yala National Park safari, Sri Lanka's most renowned wildlife destination. With hotel pick-up and drop-off from selected locations, enjoy a guided 4WD jeep safari in search of leopards, elephants, sloth bears, crocodiles, exotic birds and other wildlife. A perfect private day trip for nature and wildlife lovers, with a choice of morning or afternoon safari.
Highlights
- 4-hour private jeep safari
- Choice of morning or afternoon safari
- All-inclusive: park fees, jeep and transfers
- Pick-up from a wide range of south and hill-country towns
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Hotel pick-up by your driver-guide (morning safari pick-up between 03:30 and 05:30; afternoon safari pick-up between 08:30 and 12:00, depending on your location). Private return transfer to Yala National Park, then an approximately 4-hour private safari in a Japanese 4WD jeep. Yala is renowned for leopards, elephants, sloth bears and a wide variety of birdlife, with expert guiding deep into the park. Return transfer to your hotel after the game drive.
What's Included
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off (from listed pick-up areas)
- Private return transportation with an experienced driver-guide
- Private safari session in a Japanese 4WD jeep (approx. 4 hours)
- Yala National Park entry fees
- Bottled water
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
- Drinks
- Lunch
Departure Details
Traveller pickup is offered from the most centrally located hotels in:
Colombo, Mount Lavinia, Katunayake, Negombo, Waikkal, Galle, Unawatuna, Talpe, Koggala, Habaraduwa, Ahangama, Midigama, Weligama, Mirissa, Matara, Dikwella, Hiriketiya, Tangalle, Ranna, Hambantota, Udawalawe, Ella, Wellawaya, Arugam Bay, Yala, Kirinda, Tissamaharama, Weerawila, Kataragama
Additional Information
- Confirmation will be received at the time of booking.
- Choose a morning safari (pick-up between 3:30 AM and 5:30 AM) or an afternoon safari (pick-up between 8:30 AM and 12:00 PM).
- This is a private tour with private transportation.
- This is an all-inclusive package covering entrance fees, activity charges, transportation and taxes for the activities listed.
- This experience requires good weather. If it's cancelled due to poor weather, you'll be offered a different date or a full refund.
- This is a private tour/activity — only your group will participate.
Accessibility
- Infant seats available
- Not recommended for pregnant travellers
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Most travellers can participate
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
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