Yala

Located in the southeastern dry zone of Tissamaharama, Yala National Park is Sri Lanka’s premier wildlife sanctuary. Spanning coastal lagoons, open parklands, and dense scrub forests, Yala is world-renowned for having one of the highest leopard densities on earth. It is also home to wild Asian elephants, sloth bears, mugger crocodiles, and over 200 bird species.

• Top Highlights:

  • Board a open-top 4×4 safari jeep for an afternoon or morning Yala Leopard Safari.

  • Spot wild herds of Asian elephants, sloth bears, wild boars, and spotted deer.

  • Watch the sunset over the historic Tissa Wewa Lake and ancient white stupas.

• 💡 Vimukthi’s Local Driving & Route Tip:

  “Yala Block 1 normally closes for maintenance for 4 to 6 weeks during the dry season (usually September/October). When this happens, we switch your safari to Yala Block 5 or Udawalawe National Park so you still enjoy an amazing wildlife day without missing out!”