Leopard in Yala

Escorted tour

Yala National Park Short Tour

Sri Lanka's spectacular wildlife

Safari through Yala National Park and spot the array of wildlife that call this beautiful corner of the island their home. From leopards to elephants and from sloth bears to buffalo there is no shortage of the park's residents to spot. 

This tour is based as an extension to some of our most popular tours. The Classic Ceylon, Cultural Kandy and Tea and the Splendours of Sri Lanka can both be extended by two nights with this amazing experience. 

Sample Itinerary Summary

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Duration
3 days
Guide Price
£409 per person
Price based on
Based on 19 November 18, meal basis as per itinerary.
Our guide price gives you an idea of pricing which will vary depending on exchange rates, accommodation, duration, dates, airline and cabin class.
Destination Breakdown
Recommended For
Adventure, Safari
Options
Private basis, Escorted
Included
  • Two Safaris in Yala NP
  • Visit the ancient monuments of Banduruwagala
  • Visit to the Galle Fort with guided tour (optional)
  • Accommodation on a Half Board basis
  • Transport in an A/C vehicle
  • Entrance fees to all sites mentioned on itinerary
Not included
  • Lunch each day
  • Tips and porterages
  • Any expenses not detailed above
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Detailed Itinerary

Here's a day by day breakdown of this tour detailing more about where you'll visit, what you'll see and where you'll stay. Our Destination Specialists can personalise this itinerary just for you.

Duration
3 days
Guide Price
£409 per person
Price based on
Based on 19 November 18, meal basis as per itinerary.
Our guide price gives you an idea of pricing which will vary depending on exchange rates, accommodation, duration, dates, airline and cabin class.
Destination Breakdown
Recommended For
Adventure, Safari
Options
Private basis, Escorted
Included
  • Two Safaris in Yala NP
  • Visit the ancient monuments of Banduruwagala
  • Visit to the Galle Fort with guided tour (optional)
  • Accommodation on a Half Board basis
  • Transport in an A/C vehicle
  • Entrance fees to all sites mentioned on itinerary
Not included
  • Lunch each day
  • Tips and porterages
  • Any expenses not detailed above

Itinerary Breakdown

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En route to Yala visit the ancient city of Buduruwagala and see the great sculptures dating back to the 9th or 10th centuries. - Please note this excursion is not available if you are being collected from any west and south coast hotels. 

Continue to Yala and check in to your hotel. 

Points of Interest

  • Buduruwagala

Overnight Accommodation

  • Standard Tour - Hotel Chandrika or similar / Superior Tour - Cinnamon Wild Hotel or similar

Enjoy an early morning safari through the park and spot the array of mammals, reptiles and birds that live here. Return to the hotel for a late breakfast. Relax before heading back out for your second safari around mid-afternoon.

 

Points of Interest

Overnight Accommodation

  • Standard Tour - Hotel Chandrika or similar / Superior Tour - Cinnamon Wild Hotel or similar

This morning you leave Yala and head to the west coast. En route stop at the Galle Fort, one of Sri Lanka's grandest landmarks and take a tour.

After your visit to Galle, continue on to your respective beach hotel or to the airport for you onward travels.

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