Yala National Park (otherwise known as Ruhuna National Park) is one of Sri Lanka’s must-sees. Located to the south east of the island, this exceptional game reserve is Sri Lanka’s most popular for very good reason. Thought to be home to the greatest density of leopards per square kilometre in the world, Yala covers an area of 1,260 square kilometres and is divided into five blocks. Block I is the most visited portion of the reserve and the most rewarding destination for a leopard safari. Leopards are usually elusive, though in Yala, sightings of them are extremely good – you might see them basking in the sun atop rocky outcrops, in trees, crossing tracks and beside waterholes. Alongside leopards, there are also sloth bears, Asian elephants, deer, monkeys, buffalo and many species of birds. If you’re really set on seeing leopards, Yala will offer you Sri Lanka’s best opportunity.

Safari

We starts our Safari early in the morning as this is most active time for wildlife.44 species of mammals are resident in Yala National Park, and it has one of the highest leopard densities in the world. 25 individual leopards are estimated to roam in Block I. The elephant herd of Yala contains 300–350 individuals. The Sri Lankan sloth bear, leopard, elephant, and wild water buffalo are all threatened mammals that Yala harbours.This huge variations of fauna alows tourists to embroid in to behaviors and magnificient worls of these wonderful creatures.

Programme

• Transfer from hotel
• Arriving to national park
• Safari trip
• Lunch at restaurant (not included in package)
• Return to hotel

Departure from

• Hikkaduwa - 3.00 a.m
• Unawatuna - 4.00 a.m
• Weligama   - 4.20 a.m
• Mirissa       - 4.30 a.m

Safari Duration: 3-4 hours .

Duration of 9 hours id given with regards to guests from hikkaduwa and Matara (contact manager for those who are booking from colombo benthota).