SRI LANKA
Sri Lanka’s best days out.
The 15 most popular yala & udawalawe safaris in Sri Lanka. The ones worth building a day around, with prices, run times and who runs them.
Ella to Yala leopard safari at dawn or dusk, then drop off in Mirissa, Tangalle, Galle and more. From $10.
Most Popular“sasanka our driver and guide was brilliant. we saw so many animals - beyond our expectations. we woud thoroughly recommend this tour 😁”
Ella to Yala safari transfer by air-conditioned car and open-top jeep, with drop-off in Mirissa or Galle. Yala entrance fees extra.
“Janaka was our driver and a terrific guide. He made sure that we get to see a leopard before we leave Yala. It was a smooth and safe ride from Ella to Ayala and then to Mirissa. Thank you for this tour!!! Sri Lanka experience is complete with this leopard sighting in Yala”
Air-conditioned Ella-to-south-coast shuttle plus a 3-hour open-jeep Yala safari to spot elephants, monkeys, crocodiles, and possible leopards.
“Everything was perfect, arranged on time - picked up from the point in Ella. The safari was so good, we saw a lot of animals. I highly recommend, especially with our tour guide - Bale. Thank you Bale for such amazing safari!!”
Jeep safari from Galle and Weligama to Yala National Park for leopards, elephants, crocodiles, and birds, with pickup and 3-hour jeep.
“Sasanka was a great tour guide, he stopped when we saw all the different animals. He got us really close and we enjoyed the day! Thank you”
Door-to-door transfer from Galle/Mirissa to Ella plus a 3-hour Yala safari jeep for elephants, leopard chances, and more wildlife.
“Ishan was a brilliant tour guide we saw lots of animals. It was amazing.”
Ella to Yala safari and direct beach drop-off in Tangalle, Mirissa, Hiriketiya, Unawatuna, or Galle, with 4x4 wildlife spotting.
“The safari experience was absolutely amazing! Both drivers were punctual and did everything they could to make us feel comfortable. The park is breathtakingly beautiful; we saw elephants, crocodiles, birds, and deer, and many others. Unfortunately, we didn’t spot any sloths or leopards. But we did enjoy some ice cream, kindly offered by our driver,…”
Door-to-door transfer from Galle, Mirissa, Tangalle to Ella plus a Udawalawe jeep safari in an AC vehicle.
“The driver was very kind and efficient, our tour guide Sachin was so knowledgeable and brought us to all the spots to see very different animals. Smooth and seamless tour, highly recommend!”
Ella to south coast shuttle with a 3-hour Udawalawe safari, open-jeep wildlife viewing, and air-conditioned door-to-door drop-offs.
“What we liked about the experience was That it wasn’t rushed, there was no harassment of the wildlife, the guide was super friendly and very knowledgeable of the animals and the park. The transfer went well , the driver was good and the vehicle was clean and cool(which is what was needed after the dusty…”
Ella to Yala by private 4x4 safari with air-conditioned transfers and Golden-Hours wildlife drives, plus cash-only Yala entry.
“What an amazing day! Drop off and pickup was right on time and super easy. Our guide in the park was so good, Naja tried his best to make sure we saw as many animals as possible! Thank you!”
Comfortable A/C transfer from Mirissa, Weligama, Tangalle or Ella, plus a 4-hour Yala safari with a 4x4 jeep and English guide.
“Srimal was an amazing guide, so friendly and knowledgeable and explained everything very clearly to us. We will 100% be recommending this company to all of our friends! Thank you Srimal”
Udawalawe safari from southern Sri Lanka towns with A/C pickup, 4x4 wildlife spotting, and Elephant Transit Home feeding visits.
“So amazing to be able to get so close to the elephants!”
Udawalawe National Park safari from Galle, Mirissa or Hikkaduwa, plus a visit to the Elephant Transit Home for rehab feeding.
“I had to book a last minute trip the evening before it actually took place and it was amazing! I was immediately able to contact the tour organiser via whatsapp to get some details. I got picked up at the agreed times and the transfer to the place where the safari took place was comfortable.…”
Door-to-door ride from Tangalle, Mirissa or Galle to Ella plus a Yala jeep safari with leopard chances and local guides.
Shuttle from Tangalle to Ella with a 3-hour open-jeep Yala safari, guided wildlife spotting and easy hotel pickup.
Private Ella day tour with Upper Diyaluma trek, Nine Arches Bridge, Lipton’s Seat, tea factory, Pallewela swim spot, monastery calm.
“My husband and I had the pleasure of discovering and exploring Ella and its surroundings thanks to Shahsicka. He proved to be an exceptional person and a fantastic guide. He accompanied us and unveiled wonderful places, guiding us with paRead more”
The cultural triangle, the hill country, the wildlife parks and the south coast, all on one island.
