An absolutely wonderful experience on the Yala safari. 🐘🦌🐆 From the first moment everything was perfect and we were very lucky to be able to enjoy the park and see so many animals in their natural habitat. But, without a doubt, the best part was our driver. He was absolutely wonderful: super attentive, kind, professional and with a lot of experience. It was clear that he knew the park perfectly and knew where to go and how to move so that we could enjoy each sighting to the fullest, always respecting the animals. He made the experience even more special and was looking out for us at all times. You can tell when someone does their job with passion and knowledge. We would repeat without a doubt and we recommend this safari 100%. If you have the opportunity to do it, don't hesitate. And if you can do it with our driver, even better! ❤️🐘🌿
Yala Safari Half Day Tour
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At a glance
- Duration
- 4–7 hours
- Price from
- $26 / person
- Location
- Yala National Park, Sri Lanka
- Rating
- 5.0 / 5 · 44 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 6
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Yala Royal Safari - Sri Lanka
- Meeting point
- The safari driver will meet you at the vehicle park in front of the Tissamaharama Police Station. Please be at the meeting point at least 10 minutes before departure time.
Description
Enjoy an exclusive half-day safari in Yala’s Block 1 or 5 with a Hilux jeep,breakfast, and water included. Spot leopards, elephants, and diverse wildlife while experiencing comfort and personalized service.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Yala National Park
Enjoy an exclusive half-day safari in Yala’s Block 1 or 5 with a Hilux jeep, breakfast, and water included. Spot leopards, elephants, and diverse wildlife while experiencing comfort and personalized service. Choose from two convenient options: 5:00 AM – 12:00 PM morning safari or 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM afternoon safari.
What's included
Included
Bottled water
Breakfast
Pickup Locations & Times
Pickup can be arranged from hotels in Tissamaharama, Yala, Kirinda, and Kataragama areas. Please provide your hotel name and address when booking. Travelers staying outside these areas can meet at the vehicle park in front of the Police Station, Tissamaharama.
Traveller Ratings
5.0
44 reviews
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Yala Safari Half Day Tour take?
Yala Safari Half Day Tour lasts about 4–7 hours. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does Yala Safari Half Day Tour cost?
Prices start at $26 per person for this Yala National Park experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
Can I cancel Yala Safari Half Day Tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. Pickup can be arranged from hotels in Tissamaharama, Yala, Kirinda, and Kataragama areas. Please provide your hotel name and address when booking. Travelers staying outside these areas can meet at the vehicle park in front of the Police Station, Tissamaharama. Pickup points include Sumudu Home Stay.
What languages is Yala Safari Half Day Tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 6 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Reviews(44)
A
The best
H
Unforgettable experience
We had an incredible experience! The guide managed to take us to the exact spots where we could see many animals and drove very well at all times. Not only that, but he took us to an area where we were able to see a leopard hunt an ox. The truth is that it has been unforgettable!
N
Excellent
The park is spectacular and the guide is fantastic. Friendly and very professional at all times. Highly recommended. A ten
C
Amazing Time
We had such a great time today thanks to our guide! We saw 4 leopards, a bear, elephants, crocodiles… we feel so lucky! The guide was a great pilot, experimented (for 18 years!) and has been very nice and very thoughtfull! A big thank you!
A
Incredible experience
We are two young female travellers who had Asiru as our safari guide. He was extremely knowledgeable and helped us spot all the safari animals. We felt very safe and his driving was great. We were also provided a packed lunch which was very kind and had the safari jeep to ourselves. Couldn’t recommend Asiru enough!
J
Fun AND leopards
An exciting chase to find the leopard. Lots of other animals and birds Thoroughly enjoyed the experience. Thanks Nalak
M
10/10 would recommend
Our driver Made sure we were at the right place at the right time ✨ He had a third sense for where to go next, we were able to see baby elephants and one magestic leppard - it was truely beautiful
5
Competent Driver and Spotter for YalaNP
Our Driver Nalaga was very competent and forward thinking in spotting the Animals. We saw a huge Leopard and he navigated the car so we were able to see it nicely. Also when he spotted that ElephantFamily, he turend left instead of straight, so they were heading towards and bypass our car. AMAZING!
A
Great!
The safari is definitely highly recommended. We were picked up directly from the property. Our guide put in a lot of effort and we were often the first in line to admire the animals. We also saw a leopard, although the conditions were difficult due to the full moon. We also had other animals like water buffalo, mongooses, bamboos, peacocks, monkeys and of course elephants running right next to our jeep. Breakfast was also included. Just great!
8
Amazing.
It was amazing. Nala a crak always put us in the best position to make videos and photos. We saw bear and leopard..always in contact with other guides to find animals. Rich and always attentive food
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