Experiences

Seven ways to take the park.Thirteen products behind them.

The experience is how we describe the day. The product underneath is a real jeep at a real published price — we show you both, and never blend them into one comforting number.

A leopard on a rock in Yala Block 1 in the first light of morning

Sunrise SafariFour hours, from the moment the gate opens.4 hours · 4:30 AM – 10:00 AM · Leopards, first light, photographers on a scheduleUS$68 (up to 6)View →

Elephants crossing a track in Yala in the late afternoon light

Sunset SafariThe golden hour, and the walk back to water.4 hours · 1:45 PM – 6:00 PM · Elephants at water, warm light, late arrivalsUS$68 (up to 6)View →

A sandy track through dry forest in Yala National Park

Photography SafariSix hours, and the patience to wait for the frame.6 hours · 4:30 AM – 12:00 PM · Serious cameras, long lenses, patient morningsUS$75 (up to 6)View →

Sri Lankan rice and curry lunch laid out during a full day safari

Full-Day ExpeditionDawn to dusk, lunch under a tree.Full day · 4:30 AM – 6:00 PM · One shot at the park, sloth bears, quiet hoursUS$110 (up to 6)View →

Two guests alone in a private safari jeep in Yala

Private SafariThe jeep is yours, even if there are two of you.4, 6 or 12 hours · Couples, families, anyone who hates being rushedUS$68 (up to 6)View →

Guests standing with their safari driver beside the jeep

Family SafariBuilt around short attention spans and early bedtimes.4 hours · 4:30 AM – 10:00 AM or 1:45 PM – 6:00 PM · Families with young children, grandparents, flexible plansUS$68 (up to 6)View →

A safari jeep waiting in the dark before an early pickup

Luxury SafariA tailored day, arranged jeep by jeep.Arranged with you · Special occasions, small groups, particular requirementsOn requestView →

Every product

The full list, with the prices we actually charge.

Our own jeeps first, then the tours listed on Viator, then the cruise excursions from Hambantota Port.

Yala & Bundala Jeep Safaris

Our own jeeps, booked direct. You pay for the jeep and guide; park entrance tickets are bought separately at the gate.

Yala & Bundala Jeep Safaris — duration, price and whether park entrance tickets are included
Safari	Park	Duration	Price	Tickets
Yala Morning Safari Tour (4 Hours)	yala	4 hours	Private jeep US$68 (up to 6) - shared from US$58 for 1-2 people	Separate
Yala Afternoon Safari (4 Hours)	yala	4 hours	Private jeep US$68 (up to 6) - shared from US$58 for 1-2 people	Separate
Yala 6 Hours Morning Safari	yala	6 hours	Private jeep US$75 (up to 6) - shared from US$58 for 1-2 people	Separate
Yala Full Day Safari (Lunch & Cool Water included)	yala	Full day	Private jeep US$110 (up to 6) - shared from US$80 for 1-2 people	Separate
Bundala Morning Safari Tour (4 Hours)	bundala	4 hours	Private jeep US$68 (up to 6) - shared from US$58 for 1-2 people	Separate
Bundala Afternoon Safari (4 Hours)	bundala	4 hours	Private jeep US$68 (up to 6) - shared from US$58 for 1-2 people	Separate
Bundala 6 Hours Morning Safari	bundala	6 hours	Private jeep US$75 (up to 6) - shared from US$58 for 1-2 people	Separate
Bundala Full Day Safari (Lunch & Cool Water included)	bundala	Full day	Private jeep US$110 (up to 6) - shared from US$80 for 1-2 people	Separate

Yala Safaris with Tickets Included

Booked through our Viator listing, with the park entrance tickets arranged in advance so you skip the ticket queue.

Yala Safaris with Tickets Included — duration, price and whether park entrance tickets are included
Safari	Park	Duration	Price	Tickets
Yala National Park Private Jeep Safari with Entrance Ticket	yala	4 hours, 7 hours or full day	From US$175 per group (up to 2 people), tickets included	Included

More Yala Safari Options (Viator)

Further options listed on Viator. Park entrance tickets are not included in these prices.

More Yala Safari Options (Viator) — duration, price and whether park entrance tickets are included
Safari	Park	Duration	Price	Tickets
Private Jeep Safaris Tour in Yala National Park	yala	4 hours	From US$80 per jeep (up to 6), tickets not included	Separate
7-Hour Wildlife Shared Jeep Safari in Yala National Park	yala	7 hours	US$39 per adult, tickets not included	Separate

Cruise Shore Excursions from Hambantota Port

Built for cruise passengers docking at Hambantota Port: pickup at the arrival hall, park tickets included, back in time for sailing.

Cruise Shore Excursions from Hambantota Port — duration, price and whether park entrance tickets are included
Safari	Park	Duration	Price	Tickets
Udawalawe Safari + Elephant Orphanage Shared Tour from Hambantota Port	udawalawe	About 4 hours	US$110 per adult, tickets included	Included
Yala National Park Safari Shared Tour from Hambantota Port	yala	About 7 hours in total, with a 4-hour safari	US$100 per adult, Yala entrance included	Included

Viator “from” prices were collected in September 2026 and can change; we confirm the exact price when you book. Park entrance in Yala is roughly US$43 per foreign adult and is set by the Department of Wildlife Conservation.

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