One Day · Wildlife & Nature · Private Journey

Yala National Park Safari

Leave Negombo in the early morning for a memorable Yala wildlife experience, with opportunities to encounter leopards, elephants, sloth bears, crocodiles and a rich variety of birds.

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The experience

Leopards, elephants & wild Sri Lanka.

Travel from Negombo in the early hours and enter Yala for a memorable morning wildlife safari.

The experience combines a private long-distance journey with an exciting game drive through one of Sri Lanka’s best-known national parks.

JourneyOne Day

PickupColombo / Negombo

SafariMorning game drive

GroupPrivate · 5-person price base

What you may see

Wildlife in the wild.

Every safari is different. Sightings depend on natural animal movement, season and current park conditions.

LeopardsYala is famous for opportunities to encounter the Sri Lankan leopard in its natural habitat.
ElephantsWatch for Sri Lankan elephants moving through the park and surrounding habitats.
Sloth BearsA rare and memorable wildlife encounter when conditions allow.
CrocodilesKeep an eye around waterways and lagoons for crocodiles and other wildlife.
BirdlifePeacocks, waterbirds and many other species add colour to the safari.
More WildlifeDeer, wild buffalo, monkeys and many smaller species may also be encountered.

Journey flow

Early start. Wild Sri Lanka.

We keep the public itinerary simple. Exact timing can change with your pickup location, traffic, park conditions and the operating entrance.

Early-Morning PickupPrivate pickup from Negombo around 2:00 AM, with timing adjusted to your location.

Yala Safari AreaTravel to the operating entrance and prepare for the morning wildlife safari.

Morning Game DriveExplore the available operating area with an experienced safari driver and guide.

Return JourneyAfter the safari, continue the return journey to Negombo with a suitable refreshment or restaurant stop.

Your journey

Private transport to the wild.

A complete Yala safari journey from Colombo or Negombo, including private round-trip transport, safari jeep and applicable park charges.

From

US$110 per person

Based on a 5-person private group travelling from Colombo / Negombo.

Smaller private groups can also be arranged on request, with the price adjusted according to group size and selected services.

Ask for your group rate

Safari rates may change according to current government taxes, entrance fees and applicable park charges. Any applicable change will be confirmed before booking.

Included

✓ Round-trip transportPrivate transport from Colombo / Negombo.

✓ Foreign visitor entranceApplicable foreign visitor park entrance ticket.

✓ Safari jeepDedicated safari jeep for the wildlife drive.

✓ Government taxesApplicable government and park taxes.

✓ Safari driver / guideExperienced local safari driver / guide.

✓ Flexible operating areaEntrance and block selected according to current park conditions.

Good to know

Respect the wilderness.

Wildlife experiences require patience, flexibility and respect for the animals and the park.

Park ConditionsOperating areas and entrances can change according to current DWC conditions.

WildlifeLeopard and other wildlife sightings cannot be guaranteed.

HeatWear lightweight, breathable clothing and protect yourself from the sun.

Early MorningBring a blanket, shawl or warm layer before sunrise.

What to bring: lightweight breathable clothes · comfortable shoes · sunscreen · hat / cap · sunglasses · water bottle · extra clothes · insect repellent · camera / binoculars if available.

Full-day safari: available on request for guests who want more time exploring the park.

Lunch: not included; a restaurant stop can be arranged on request.

Ready for the wild?

Start your Yala adventure with KANRA SL.

Tell us your pickup location and group size. We’ll confirm the available safari arrangement and your final rate.

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