Yala National Park
One of Sri Lanka's main safari parks, open 06:00 to 18:00 according to Trip.com. Rated 4.7, 247 reviews.
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Yala National Park: leopard safaris, tickets and tours
One of the main parks of the south for jeep safaris: opening hours, the ticket, tours from Ella and from the coast.
★ 4,7 guest rating: 247 reviews on Trip.comprices checked 9 October 2026
Opening hours06:00–18:00 per Trip.com
RankingNo. 1 among the "Must-visit" places in Sri Lanka per Trip.com
Guest rating4.7 out of 5 from 247 reviews
RuinsSithulpawwa, remains of an ancient civilisation
Safari2–12 hours
Tours from Ella7 hours
About the park
Yala National Park is one of the main parks in the south of Sri Lanka for jeep safaris. On Trip.com it tops the country’s “Must-visit” list, with a guest rating of 4.7 from 247 reviews. Opening hours per the service: from 06:00 to 18:00. The description also mentions the ruins of the ancient Sithulpawwa civilisation. Among the offers are “Leopard Safaris” and special outings to look for the Sri Lankan leopard.
How to choose a safari
| Format | What you get |
|---|---|
| A park ticket | Rated 4.7, 247 reviews |
| A jeep safari | 4 hours, leopards, an English-speaking guide |
| A half-day safari | 6 hours with an experienced guide, the most affordable trip |
| A group family safari | 7–12 hours, meals included |
| From Ella | A 7-hour safari returning to Ella, or a trip from Ella, Mirissa and Galle |
| From Hambantota | 4–7 hours departing from the port |
| With the Nine Arches Bridge | From Galle, 10 hours with lunch in Wadiya |
| From Colombo | 11.5–12 hours, a 4×4 safari or Yala + the old town of Galle |
Tickets and excursions: options
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Jeep safari in Yala: leopards
Four hours in a jeep in search of the Sri Lankan leopard. An entrance ticket can be added. An English-speaking guide.
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Half-day safari in Yala with a guide
Six hours in the park with an experienced guide. One of the most affordable trips to Yala.
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Yala safari or a jeep ride on Tissa Lake
A format of 2 to 7 hours: a jeep safari or a walk around Tissa Lake.
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Shared family safari in Yala with meals
A family excursion of 7–12 hours, meals included.
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Special leopard safari in Yala
An excursion of 5–12 hours, focused on finding leopards.
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Yala safari from Ella, Mirissa and Galle
A trip of 7–10 hours departing from the south coast or Ella.
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Yala safari: from Ella and back
A 7-hour day trip returning to Ella.
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Yala from Hambantota port
An excursion departing from Hambantota port, 6–7 hours.
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Day safari from Hambantota
Four hours in the park, departing from Hambantota.
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From Galle: Yala, lunch and the Nine Arch Bridge
Ten hours: a safari in Yala, lunch in Wadiya and a look at the Nine Arch Bridge.
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From Colombo: Yala and the old town of Galle
A long 11.5-hour day, the park entrance ticket is not included. An English-speaking guide.
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From Colombo and Negombo: 4x4 safari in Yala
Twelve hours departing from Colombo or Negombo.
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Which tickets and tours are available
| Option | What you get | Price from |
|---|---|---|
| Yala National Park | One of the main safari parks in Sri Lanka, open from 06:00 to 18:00 per Trip.com | 5,979 ₽ |
| A jeep safari in Yala: leopards | Four hours in a jeep in search of the Sri Lankan leopard | 5,044 ₽ |
| A half-day safari in Yala with a guide | Six hours in the park with an experienced guide | 1,420 ₽ |
| A safari in Yala or a jeep on Lake Tissa | A format of 2 to 7 hours: a jeep safari or a trip on Lake Tissa | 2,042 ₽ |
| A group family safari in Yala with meals | A family excursion of 7–12 hours, meals included | 1,512 ₽ |
| A special leopard safari in Yala | An excursion of 5–12 hours, with an emphasis on finding leopards | 1,687 ₽ |
| A safari in Yala from Ella, Mirissa and Galle | A trip of 7–10 hours departing from the south coast or from Ella | 7,561 ₽ |
| A safari in Yala: from Ella and back | A 7-hour day trip returning to Ella | 4,915 ₽ |
| Yala from Hambantota port | An excursion departing from Hambantota port, 6–7 hours | 3,586 ₽ |
| A day safari from Hambantota | Four hours in the park departing from Hambantota | 4,461 ₽ |
| From Galle: Yala, lunch and the Nine Arches Bridge | Ten hours: a safari in Yala, lunch in Wadiya and a visit to the Nine Arches Bridge | 12,779 ₽ |
| From Colombo: Yala and the old town of Galle | A long day of 11.5 hours, the park entrance ticket not included | 11,058 ₽ |
| From Colombo and Negombo: a 4×4 safari in Yala | Twelve hours departing from Colombo or Negombo | 21,853 ₽ |
Prices are shown per Trip.com data as of 29 October 2026. Check the contents, language and conditions on the page of the offer you choose.
Tips
- From Ella it is more convenient to take a 7-hour safari that returns you back.
- Check whether the entrance ticket is included: in some tours it is paid separately.
- Get an eSIM for Sri Lanka in advance.
What else
All offers: excursions in Yala and Udawalawe.
Where to stay
The lodge by the park is described in the article Wild Coast Tented Lodge. The general catalogue: hotels in Sri Lanka.
The description is based on Trip.com cards as of the date of checking; opening hours and the contents of offers may change.
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