Yala

South East

Yala

Leopards, elephants and wild safari at golden hour.

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About Yala

Yala National Park holds one of the world's highest leopard densities, alongside elephants, sloth bears, crocodiles and hundreds of bird species. A jeep safari here is Sri Lanka's ultimate wildlife encounter.

Things to do

  • Morning leopard safari by 4x4
  • Spot elephants and sloth bears
  • Birdwatch at the coastal lagoons
  • Sunset game drive

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