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Yala, Udawalawa Safari From Ella, Mirissa, Hiriketiya, Tangalle

5.0 (64 reviews) 8 h 30 min Free cancellation Private tour
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Yala, Udawalawa Safari From Ella, Mirissa, Hiriketiya, Tangalle

About this activity

Eco-Friendly Wildlife Safaris with Expert Trackers

Our safari experience stands out for its deep commitment to eco-friendly practices and ethical wildlife viewing. We carefully respect nature and wild animals, avoiding crowded encounters and emphasising quiet observation.

Extended Park Hours: We maximise your time in the park to give you the highest chance of successful wildlife sightings.

Passionate Local Trackers: We work hard to track leopards, sloth bears, elephants, and rare birdlife while preserving the peace of the habitat.

Yala Park Options: Covering Block 1 (Main Entrance) and Block 5 & 6 (Galge Entrance) for flexible, off-the-beaten-path choices.

Udawalawe Park Coverage: Complete exploration of Udawalawe National Park, specialising in elephant herd tracking across all zones.

Full-Day Safaris Available: Unmatched full-day wilderness expeditions tailored for true nature lovers.

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At a glance

Duration
8 h 30 min
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Your group only
People per booking
1–6
Guide
English
Operated by
4rest Lanka Tours

Ages: Adults (3–75 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Bottled water
  • Included: English Speaking Guide and Binocular Facilities
  • Included: Breakfast for Morning Safari & Lunch for Evening Safari
  • Included: Snacks
  • Included: Private transportation: Prices vary slightly depending on the location you are picked up and where you are dropped off
  • Included: Breakfast

Not included

  • Not included: Entrance fees: The park entrance fee is 13,000 LKR (approx. $39 USD) per person. If you prefer, we can pay all costs upfront on your behalf, and you can settle the full amount at the end of the tour.

Itinerary

National Park Visit Options During this tour, you'll have the opportunity to visit one of two main national parks: [Park 1] or [Park 2]. If you'd like to explore both parks, we can arrange a half-day tour for each, allowing you to experience the best of both worlds. 1. Yala National Park (Block 1 or Blocks 5 & 6) Experience the incredible wildlife of Sri Lanka’s Yala National Park during this 6-hour private excursion. Scout for elephants, bears, leopards, and deer in a park considered to be among the best in the world for up-close wild animal encounters. 02. Udawalawe National Park With herds of elephants, wild buffalo, sambars and spotted deer, and giant squirrels, this Sri Lankan national park is one of the nation's finest. Udawalawe Park is home to over 400 wild elephants, which are permanent residents, and so the concentration is quite high. Additional Safari Options In addition to the above options, we can also arrange for you to visit Bundala and Lunugamwehera National Parks for a thrilling safari experience. Let us know if you'd like to customise your tour to include these parks. Duration: 4/6 hours for Morning & 4 hours for Evening Duration: 12 Hours Full Day Safari

  1. Stop 1

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

End point

Pickup points

  • The ledge Ella
  • RV Regency 19 Hotel
  • Wilson's Place
  • Avendra Holiday Inn Weligama
  • Comfort Castle Inn
  • Cool Breeze View
  • Soprano
  • Thotupola Villa - Mirissa
  • Elegant Hill
  • Chill Bay Weligama
  • Art house hiriketiya
  • Sunview Heaven Ella

and 478 more pickup points

We can pick you up anywhere in Sri Lanka for this tour. The cost of the tour varies depending on the pickup location. The prices mentioned below are applicable for group bookings. For personalised quotes, please get in touch with us for per-person and couple pricing.

Safaris can be arranged from an area close to the park at the listed prices. If you're picking up from a different location, please contact us for a customized quote.

Pickup Time

From Ella/Mirissa

For Morning Safari at 3.00 am/4.00 am

For the Evening Safari at 10.30 am

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel You get back
At least one day before 100%
Less than a day before 0%
  • The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
  • The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

  • Service animals allowed

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

  • Vegetarian option is available and if food affects your health conditions please inform us before the tour

  • Recommend to wear shoes for your choice

Traveller ratings

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Yala, Udawalawa Safari From Ella, Mirissa, Hiriketiya, Tangalle

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