Yala National Park Ticket Price 25-35USD per adults and 15-20USD per child, with additional charges for Safari Jeep vehicles, and a VAT. A half-day safari in an open-air jeep and tickets with all taxes typically costs around $70–$80 per person, while full-day safaris range from $120–$150 per person, inclusive of jeep rental, driver, and guide fees. all tickets included 15% VAT, service charges, and other taxes.
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Yala National Park Ticket Price
Plan to visit Yala National Park, celebrated for its rich wildlife, offers safari experiences with associated costs. Entrance fees for foreign visitors are approximately $70-$80per adult, covering entry, taxes, Jeep and service charges.
Safari Packages
Morning Safari Itinerary
5:00 AM – 5:30 AM: Arrival at Yala National Park Entrance
- Meet the guide and complete park entry formalities
- Board the safari jeep and receive a briefing
5:30 AM – 9:30 AM: Safari Adventure
- Explore the park’s diverse landscapes and spot wildlife such as leopards, elephants, sloth bears, and crocodiles
- Ideal time to see predators active in the morning
9:30 AM – 10:00 AM: Return to Entrance
- Exit the park and return to your hotel or breakfast spot
Evening Safari Itinerary
2:00 PM – 2:30 PM: Arrival at Yala National Park Entrance
- Meet the safari guide and get ready for the tour
2:30 PM – 6:00 PM: Wildlife Safari
- Explore the park as animals become active in the cooler evening hours
- Great chance to spot elephants, birds, and big cats
6:00 PM – 6:30 PM: Exit the Park
- Enjoy the sunset views as you leave
NOTE: Time may be change depend on traffic and weather conditions.
Yala National Park Ticket Price, Entrance Fee & Packages
Day Tour Price to Yala & Safari Tour
- Day Tour & Transport Cost for Yala:
From Colombo Start from 40USD PP (Pax 1 to 8)
From Galle Start from 20USD PP (Pax 1 to 8)
Private tour in an A/C car or van with an English speaking chauffeur-guide
Vehicle Options:
Car (up to 2 persons): Toyota Axio, Prius Hybrid, Premio/Honda Fit Shuttle or similar
Van (3 to 8 persons): Toyota KDH/Nissan Caravan or similar
- Entrance ticket fee for Yala National Park Safari Tour & Jeep: Per Person Cost Price (min 2 Person) – US$ 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 pick up and drop will be provided free of charge only to main entrance (within 5km) Tissamaharama area hotels only.
- Private Jeep for your group and Professional Safari Driver
- Yala Safari Tour Entrance Tickets
- All applicable taxes.
- Hotel Pick up and Drop Off near Tissamaharama Area (within 5km)
Excluded
- Food & Drink
- Tips for Driver