A Yala Private Safari offers the most comfortable and personalized way to explore Yala National Park. Unlike shared jeep safaris, a private safari gives your group exclusive use of the vehicle, allowing you to enjoy a flexible itinerary, more space, and a customized wildlife experience.
Yala National Park is Sri Lanka’s premier safari destination and is famous for its leopards, elephants, sloth bears, crocodiles, and diverse birdlife. A private safari is ideal for couples, families, photographers, and wildlife enthusiasts who want to maximize their time in the park.
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Yala Private Safari
A private safari allows visitors to travel at their own pace without sharing the vehicle with other guests.
Benefits of a Yala Private Safari
- Exclusive safari jeep for your group
- Flexible wildlife viewing experience
- More comfortable seating and space
- Better opportunities for photography
- Freedom to spend more time observing wildlife
- Experienced safari driver and tracker
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off available
Many visitors prefer private safaris because they provide a more relaxed and personalized experience while increasing opportunities to spot wildlife.
Wildlife You May See
Yala National Park is home to an incredible variety of animals and birds, including:
- Sri Lankan Leopards
- Asian Elephants
- Sloth Bears
- Crocodiles
- Spotted Deer
- Sambar Deer
- Wild Boars
- Water Buffaloes
- Jackals
- Peacocks
- Eagles
- Owls
- Kingfishers
Wildlife sightings vary daily and depend on weather conditions, animal movements, and seasonal factors.
Private Safari Tour Options
Visitors can choose from several safari durations depending on their schedule and interests.
Morning Private Safari
- Park Entry: 6:00 AM
- Duration: Approximately 3–4 Hours
- Best for leopard sightings and birdwatching
Afternoon Private Safari
- Park Entry: 2:00 PM
- Duration: Approximately 3–4 Hours
- Best for elephants and sunset photography
Full-Day Private Safari
- Duration: Up to 12 Hours
- Maximum wildlife viewing opportunities
- Explore multiple sections of the park
- Recommended for wildlife photographers
Afternoon Tour Price
Rate – Adults Fee – Per Person
Entrance ticket fee for Yala Safari Tour & Private Jeep:
Per Person Cost (minimum 2 persons) – US$ 75 / EUR 72 / GBP 60 per foreign adult and US$ 40 / EUR 36 / GBP 30 per foreign child of age 03 – 12 years are applicable.
What is Included
- ✔ Free hotel pick-up and drop-off from Tissamaharama and nearby areas – within 5km
- ✔ Private safari jeep for your group
- ✔ Professional safari driver and tracker
- ✔ Yala National Park entrance tickets
- ✔ All applicable government taxes
- ✔ Bottled drinking water
- ✔ Hotel pick-up and drop-off near Yala National Park
Excluded
✘ Personal Expenses.
✘ Food & Drinks
✘ Tips for Driver / Guide