Yala & Udawalawe Wildlife Safari — 4 Days

Tour overview

Sri Lanka is one of the best places in Asia to see wild elephants and leopards. This compact safari tour combines Udawalawe, famous for its elephant herds, with Yala, which has one of the highest leopard densities in the world. Safaris are taken with experienced local trackers in open-top jeeps.

Duration

4 Days / 3 Nights

Best for

Wildlife lovers, photographers and families

Best time

February to July for Yala; Udawalawe is good year-round

Price

Free, personalised quote

Tour highlights

• Jeep safari in Udawalawe National Park
• Two chances to spot leopards in Yala
• Elephants, sloth bears, crocodiles and peacocks
• Birdwatching: over 200 species recorded in Yala
• Optional visit to the sacred town of Kataragama

Day-by-day itinerary

1. Day1

   Airport to Udawalawe

   Meet your driver and travel south (about 4.5 hours). Check in near Udawalawe National Park and rest before an early start.

   Overnight: Udawalawe

2. Day2

   Udawalawe safari, then Yala

   Morning jeep safari in Udawalawe National Park, where elephants are almost guaranteed. After lunch, drive to the Yala area (about 2 hours).

   Overnight: Yala / Tissamaharama

3. Day3

   Yala National Park

   Rise before dawn for a morning safari, when leopards and other animals are most active. Return for breakfast and a rest by the pool. Optional afternoon safari or visit to the temples of Kataragama.

   Overnight: Yala / Tissamaharama

4. Day4

   Departure

   Drive to Colombo Airport (about 5–6 hours), or continue to Galle or Mirissa to add a beach stay. Yala’s park closure periods vary, so we will confirm dates when you enquire.