From: Mirissa - YALA Safari - Drop off: Ella - (8.5 hours) YALA Wildlife Safari with Transfer from Mirissa to Ella
ID: GYG729621-1184403
Category:
Country: Sri Lanka
Duration:
08:30 hours
Description
Start the journey from Koggala/ Weligama/ Mirissa/ Matara. Embark on a thrilling safari by entering into YALA & encounter leopards, elephants, and more in the wilderness. Drop off in the Ella area.
After starting the journey with you from Koggala/ Ahangama/ Weligama/ Mirissa/ Matara/ Dondra/ Talalle area, we are aiming to be in the YALA National Park at dawn or dusk. These are two of the best times of the day, which gives you the highest chance of spotting the elusive Sri Lankan leopards, which is a leopard subspecies native to Sri Lanka. YALA boasts approximately a hundred individual leopards which recognizes as the highest leopard density in the world.
What happens on a typical day on safari?
A. Pick-up time at 3.30 a.m. - All the available Pick up times - (Morning Safari - 3.30 a.m./ 4.00 a.m./ 4.30 a.m./ 5.00 a.m./ 5.30 a.m./ 6.00 a.m./ Afternoon Safari - 11.00 a.m./ 11.30 a.m.) - Earliest time in the Morning Safari is the most recommended.
Please adjust the times of the itinerary according to the Pick up time you select
B. Get down from the transfer vehicle (Air-conditioned Car/ minivan) and get into the 4X4 Toyota Hilux safari vehicle - at Tissamaharama around 5.30 a.m.
For the Afternoon Safari you will be given 1 hour to have lunch
(We will provide you lunch with Sri Lankan foods)
C. 2 hours wildlife safari/ 1st game drive (Starting at 6.00 a.m.)
D. Break at Patanangala Beach in YALA National Park - 20-30 minutes, which gives you time to enjoy your picnic breakfast
(We will provide you breakfast with Sri Lankan foods)
E. 1 hour wildlife safari/ 2nd game drive (Ending at around 9.30 a.m.)
F. Get down from the 4X4 Toyota Hilux vehicle and get into the transfer vehicle (Air-conditioned Car/ minivan) - at Tissamaharama at around 10.00 a.m.
G. Optional - If you prefer, we can take a 20-minutes break Near Rawana-Ella waterfall, on the way to Ella (Free of charge)
H. Drop-off in Ella/ Bandarawela area at around 12.00 p.m.
Your safety and comfort is our top priority, so we use only the rugged Toyota Hilux 4x4 vehicles for the safari, specially equipped to navigate the YALA National Park's diverse off-road conditions easily.
Marvel at the sight of majestic elephants, graceful spotted deer, and elusive sloth bears, among a plethora of other mesmerizing species. Your knowledgeable driver cum guide will regale you with insights into the behaviours and habitats of YALA's diverse wildlife.
With over 130 avian species gracing its skies, YALA also offers a birdwatcher's paradise. After many hours of exhilarating exploration, return to your hotel as a person filled with memories of a lifetime and has a newfound appreciation for the wonders of one of the best spots in Sri Lanka's majestic wilderness.
NOTE -
Ajith Safari Jeep Tours has been a safari operator for more than 30 years and also an authorized company to offer safari services in YALA National Park, all of our 4X4 vehicles have the necessary approvals and all of our drivers have the special licenses to provide their service as safari drivers in the YALA National Park, which are issued by the Department of Wildlife Conservation in Sri Lanka.
Highlights
- Get the best chance in the world to witness leopards in their natural habitats.
- Spot elephants, crocodiles, sloth bears, buffaloes in the YALA's wilderness.
- Marvel at the rich diversity of local wildlife along with diverse bird species.
- Be in YALA at the best 2 hour periods (dawn or dusk) of the day to spot leopards
- Sustainable and eco-friendly safari operations with support for local community.
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Please be informed that the Entrance fees to the YALA National Park (Sri Lankan Rupees 11,000/-, approx. 35 USD - Per Person) is not included in this package.
You must pay the fees at the entrance in cash in Sri Lankan Rupees or through a credit card. (There are no facilities at present at the YALA National Park entrances to make cash payments in foreign currencies)
To run the safari operation financially smoothly, it requires a payment of at least two guests for every booking.
The children aged 5 or below will be given the chance to ride the safari free of charge. Only 50% of the price will be charged for children above 5 and below 12 years old. (We are happy to let the future guardians of the planet Earth take their first steps in experiencing to be aligned with nature)
Children below 12 years must be accompanied by an adult.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
