Yala & Wildlife Safari Tours
Track leopards in the wild: a jeep safari at Yala or Udawalawe National Park, home to one of the world’s highest leopard densities, plus elephants, crocodiles, sloth bears and abundant birdlife. An exciting wildlife adventure in Sri Lanka’s south.
200 tours · prices per person, book with partner
Yala Safari in Negombo — FAQ
What animals can you see at Yala?
Yala National Park is famous for leopards — one of the world’s highest densities — along with elephants, crocodiles, sloth bears, water buffalo, deer and rich birdlife, seen on a jeep safari.
How far is Yala from Negombo?
Yala is far in the south, so it’s usually a long day trip or, better, an overnight; the closer Udawalawe National Park, great for elephants, is also offered from Negombo.
Is a Yala safari worth it from Negombo?
Yes — Yala offers one of Asia’s best chances to see leopards in the wild, along with elephants and other wildlife; given the distance, an overnight or the closer Udawalawe is often ideal.