Yala National Park

Yala National Park

Home of the Leopard

Overview

Yala National Park ranks as the second largest national park in Sri Lanka. Every year large numbers of tourists traverse through its dusty trails in the hopes of catching a glimpse of Sri Lankan leopards; this is because it is a well-known fact that the park has one of the world's highest leopard densities. Not many of these tourists return from their trips dejected either!

In addition to leopards, visitors may also spot large numbers of elephants, sloth bears and deer. The cheeky toque macaques and the elusive fishing cats occupy the beautiful territories of Yala as well. Here you will find ancient Buddhist sites like Sithulpawwa, making Yala National Park tours and safaris quite rewarding for nature lovers and culture enthusiasts alike.

EXPLORE YALA NATIONAL PARK

Yala National Park
Yala National Park
Wildlife Safari
Leopard Spotting
Safari Adventure

Highlights

Highest leopard density in the world
Elephants, sloth bears, and deer
Elusive fishing cats and toque macaques
Ancient Buddhist site - Sithulpawwa
Best season: November to August
Near Hambantota and Tissamaharama

Kid-Friendly

Great for families! Wildlife safaris are exciting for children, offering opportunities to spot leopards, elephants, and other animals in their natural habitat.

Things to Keep in Mind

Prime safari season: November to August

Early morning safaris offer best wildlife viewing

Park may close during September-October

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