2-Day Private Yala National Park Jeep Safari from Colombo

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Explore Yala National Park on a jeep safari known for leopard sightings
• 02 Encounter elephants, deer, crocodiles, and diverse birdlife in the wild
• 03 Enjoy a scenic countryside drive to Sri Lanka's deep south
• 04 Stay overnight near Yala National Park for an early morning wildlife experience

Explore Sri Lanka's wild south on this 2-day private Yala safari with scenic countryside drives and an overnight stay near the park. Travel with a personal driver and join an early morning jeep safari for the best chance to spot leopards, alongside elephants, deer, crocodiles, and birdlife. With flexible pacing, personalized service, and immersive wildlife encounters, this tour is ideal for nature lovers, photographers, and first-time safari visitors seeking an authentic adventure across protected habitats.

Travel with a personal driver and join an early morning jeep safari for the best chance to spot leopards, alongside elephants, deer, crocodiles, and birdlife.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Colombo, Galle, Kandy, Bentota, Mirissa, Negombo, Ella, Nuwara Eliya, Yala National Park, Hikkaduwa, Tissamaharama

Languages English, German, Hindi, Polish, Russian

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

From Colombo or the South Coast to Yala

• Get picked up from your hotel or airport at 07:00 and begin the scenic drive towards the deep south.
• Stop for lunch along the way at approximately 12:30 at your own expense.
• Arrive near Yala National Park around 14:30 and check in near the park.
• Choose to join an optional evening jeep safari at Yala National Park between 16:00 and 19:00.
• Enjoy dinner and an overnight stay near Yala National Park in the Yala or Tissamaharama area.

2

Day 02

Morning Yala Safari and Return Journey

• Wake up early at 05:00 in preparation for the morning safari.
• Experience a morning jeep safari from 05:30 to 09:30, which offers the best wildlife sightings.
• Return to the hotel for breakfast at around 10:00.
• Check out at approximately 11:30 and begin the return journey at 13:00.
• Get dropped off at your hotel or airport between 18:00 and 19:00, depending on location.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Private air-conditioned car
• Professional English-speaking driver
• Fuel, highway tolls, and parking
• Bottled drinking water
• All government taxes

What's Not Included

• Yala National Park entrance tickets
• Safari jeep cost
• Accommodation and meals
• Personal expenses and tips

What to bring

• Passport or passport copy
• Comfortable light clothing
• Hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen
• Camera or binoculars
• Cash for tickets and meals

Know before you go

• Safari timing depends on park regulations and weather.
• Leopard sightings are wild and cannot be guaranteed.
• An early wake-up is required for the morning safari.
• Children must be supervised during the safari.
• Do not feed or disturb wildlife.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Pickup and drop-off from any hotel, airport, or address in Sri Lanka (Colombo, Negombo, Galle, Mirissa, Bentota, Kandy, Ella, Nuwara Eliya, Hikkaduwa, or the airport)

Tour start

Colombo, Sri Lanka

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.