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Yala & Tissamaharama

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Yala & Tissamaharama

Wild savannahs and coastal lagoons renowned for leopards and elephants.

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Overview & Atmosphere

Yala National Park combines coastal scrub jungle, lagoons and rocky granite outcrops. Early morning jeep safaris offer the thrill of spotting Sri Lankan leopards, sloth bears, wild elephants and vibrant water birds.

Key Highlights

  • ✦Sunrise and afternoon 4x4 open-jeep safaris
  • ✦High density of Sri Lankan leopards and wild elephant herds
  • ✦Pristine coastal lagoons with crocodiles and migratory birdlife
  • ✦Overnight retreat in historic Tissamaharama near ancient lakes

Best Time to Visit

Superb wildlife viewing from December to July; especially dry in winter.

Local Travel Advice

  • ✓Wildlife sightings depend on nature; experienced trackers maximize your chances
  • ✓For winter tours, overnight stays are comfortable in nearby Tissamaharama

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Official Tours Visiting Yala & Tissamaharama

These client-approved Sri Lanka tour packages include overnight stays or sightseeing in Yala & Tissamaharama.

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9 Nights / 10 Days - Winter South Coast
Winter - South Coast
9 Nights / 10 Days

Sigiriya (2N) · Kandy (1N) · Nuwara Eliya (1N) · Ella (1N) · Yala / Tissamaharama (1N) · Mirissa (2N) · Bentota (1N)

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9 Nights / 10 Days - Winter South Coast

The quintessential Sri Lankan circuit: climb ancient rock citadels, hike misty peaks, safari for leopards in Yala, and unwind along idyllic southern shores.

  • ✦Sunrise climb of 5th-century Sigiriya Lion Rock & Minneriya/Kaudulla elephant safari
  • ✦Dambulla Cave Temple, Matale spice gardens & Temple of the Tooth
  • ✦World's End hike at Horton Plains, Ravana Falls & Nine Arch Bridge
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14 Nights / 15 Days - Winter South Coast
Winter - South Coast
14 Nights / 15 Days

Anuradhapura (1N) · Sigiriya (2N) · Kandy (2N) · Nuwara Eliya (1N) · Ella (2N) · Yala / Tissamaharama (1N) · Mirissa (2N) · Bentota (2N) · Colombo (1N)

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14 Nights / 15 Days - Winter South Coast

The ultimate 15-day journey through Sri Lanka: explore ancient royal capitals, cloud-forest plateaus, two premier wildlife parks, and idyllic south coast beaches.

  • ✦Sacred city of Anuradhapura, Ruwanwelisaya stupa & Mihintale cradle
  • ✦Sigiriya Lion Rock, Polonnaruwa medieval ruins & Dambulla Caves
  • ✦Horton Plains World's End hike & leisurely exploration of Ella
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Sri Lankan coastline at sunset

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