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Yala & Wildlife Safari Tours

Track Sri Lanka’s wild side: safaris from Galle to Yala National Park, famous for one of the world’s highest leopard densities, and Udawalawe, renowned for its herds of wild elephants. Open-jeep game drives through these reserves offer the chance to spot leopards, elephants, crocodiles, buffalo and abundant birdlife.

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Yala & Wildlife Safari in Galle — FAQ

Can you do a safari from Galle?
Yes — day safaris from Galle visit Yala National Park, famed for leopards, and Udawalawe, known for elephants, with open-jeep game drives and round transport.
What animals can you see at Yala?
Yala is famous for leopards (one of the world’s densest populations), plus elephants, sloth bears, crocodiles, buffalo, deer and many birds.
How far is Yala from Galle?
Yala is about 2.5–3 hours east of Galle, usually visited on a full-day safari, while Udawalawe is a similar distance inland.