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"We started our game drive at 5:30 AM with Discoveryala. Our naturalist Kapila tracked alarm calls near Block 1 waterhole and found a large male leopard resting on a palu branch for over 45 minutes!"
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"It was a wonderful experience, though a bit expensive. We paid $75 per person. I had the opportunity to see …"
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"Awesome experience. Incredible nature and wildlife. Unfortunately we didn't see any leopards that day but still an unforgettable trip"
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"There isn't a great variety of animals, and you can see most of them along the road on the way …"
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"Breathtaking safari experience in Yala National Park!"
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"We saw a wide variety of animals. Unfortunately, we didn’t manage to spot any leopards, but the safari itself is …"
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"Had an amazing safari thanks to our very knowledgeable guides."
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"The place is worth visiting. We saw every animal possible over the whole day and it was very fun. One …"
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"recently visited Yala National Park and had an incredible experience! The park's diverse wildlife and stunning landscapes exceeded my expectations."
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"Yala was a magical experience, but I do feel more could be done to manage the number of vehicles entering …"
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"The Safari tour through Yala is exceptional however at times it is like you are stuck in bumper to bumper …"
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"Breathtaking safari experience in Yala National Park!"
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"Breathtaking safari experience in Yala National Park!"
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"Good place but we didn't see leopard"
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"Wooow, It’s truly the most unforgettable park I have ever visited. Absolutely amazing, and I highly recommend it to anyone …"
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"Great! We saw three leopards, one bear and lots of crocodiles and golden jackal. Even a few elephants. And a …"
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"It was a very exciting and unforgettable journey 💐✨. Exploring this beautiful national park was truly a wonderful experience. If …"
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"Genuinely amazing We went through leopard trails Yala and they were amazing guids and trackers, our guids name was Amal …"
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"We expected a much greater quantity and variety of wildlife. We've been on safari in South Africa, and this is …"
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"Safari route is good but leopard sitings are quite difficult. It’s a nice place to spend half day for sure. …"
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"I was thrilled with my visit to the park; we saw every animal except the leopard! Even after returning home …"
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"Yala National Park is an exceptional destination for wildlife enthusiasts. The park offers a truly remarkable opportunity to observe elephants …"
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"Unfortunately, this beautiful part of nature has fallen victim to mass tourism. The animals are constantly harassed and bullied. Safari …"
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"Breathtaking safari experience in Yala National Park!"
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"Terribly commercial. Crowds, not even of people, but of cars. Guides compete with each other. It might be worth getting …"
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"I think this a hit or miss as there’s no guarantee to see a lot of animals, but we saw …"
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"Overrated tourist trap, especially zone 1. At least 20 jeep crowded for one elephant. Not much animals here compared to …"
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"Breathtaking safari experience in Yala National Park!"
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"We managed to see a leopard, elephants, mongooses, monkeys, deer, crocodiles and many more. Visit block 1, it is busy, …"
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"It's definitely something you have to do. I'm so glad we did. It was a fantastic activity. After a 4-hour …"
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"100% recommended"
Google Maps Verified Reviewer • {{ item.date }}"Amazing experience watching leopards and wild elephants!"
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"Positive: The scenery is beautiful. The jeeps are comfortable. Driving through deep puddles and potholes in a jeep is a …"
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"Visiting Yala National Park was one of the most unforgettable experiences of my life💕. From the moment we entered the …"
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"Stunning nature. African savanna beauty. Blazing sun. 4x4s galore. Lots of them. Sometimes you can be alone, but not always. …"
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"A bumpy ride, but we managed to see leaopards, elephants and many others. We did not see the bears. Overall …"
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"“Honestly, Yala National Park was kinda overrated 😅 For the price, it felt way too expensive compared to what we …"
Google Maps Verified Reviewer • {{ item.date }}"Unbelievable morning game drive! Our naturalist Kapila spotted 3 leopards before 8 AM including a male leopard resting on a …"
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"We had a great experience overall. The park is beautiful and well-maintained, and the guide took us to the best …"
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"This park is a natural habitat, but it lacks animal life and diversity; I wouldn't recommend traveling too far."
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"A bit crowded. I thought safaris were a bit different. We had a good driver who spotted animals and stopped …"
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"Really worth a visit and the money spent. We saw a leopard, many elephants, great variety of birds,monkeys,deers"
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"Breathtaking safari experience in Yala National Park!"
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"I love our safari trip. We spotted so many animals but the highlight of our trip was seeing 2 leopards! …"
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"Amazing day in the wild at Yala National Park. We had an amazing guide, Janith. Only a few people were …"
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"Very rewarding excursion. Took of from Mirissa and spent the afternoon in Yala for a game drive. Golden hours where …"
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"Famous For Leopard you can see it while there coming out . You can’t see every time most of the …"
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"A must do in Sri Lanka! The park opens at 6 AM and closes again from 12 till 2 PM …"
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"Visiting Yala National Park was truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Seeing wildlife in their natural habitat, not in a zoo, not …"
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"Breathtaking safari experience in Yala National Park!"
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"Interesting experience"
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"A beautiful park to visit. You can rent a safari vehicle in various ways. We did it through our accommodation. …"
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"Breathtaking safari experience in Yala National Park!"
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"Breathtaking safari experience in Yala National Park!"
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"Yala is a fantastic wild life place to explore and have a adventurous visit. Having a wide area and a …"
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"Best place to spot Leopards in Sri Lanka as well as bears , elephants and birds."
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"We saw lots, but I really only wanted to see a leapord. When our driver heard of a sighting it …"
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"Breathtaking safari experience in Yala National Park!"
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"You go there and it depends on your luck. From my side not recommended at all 5 hours we just …"
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"We had a perfect safari last Monday. (22 12 2025) and saw leopard/ Beer/ Elephants and many more We really …"
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"Luxury safari tents were super comfortable with air conditioning and private verandas. Gourmet candlelit dinner by the camp chef was …"
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"Five stars all the way! We booked online and everything was confirmed instantly. Our guide Kapila had binocular eyes and …"
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"Breathtaking safari experience in Yala National Park!"
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"Better if you could schedule your safari early morning. You can hire safari jeeps in the town itself. Avoid during …"
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"Great experience"
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"We know it's not a zoo. On a safari, seeing animals depends on luck, but in four hours we saw …"
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"Good park"
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"Very overrated, not worth the visit. Wont see much just some birds, crocodile, deer and MIGHT even spot a leopard …"
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"Amazing park, real wild nature A little hot, it's worth bringing water"
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"A must visit safari experience !!!"
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"The park is in a wonderful setting but you see very few animals. There are many tourist cars and few …"
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"Visiting Yala National Park was a wonderful experience. The park itself is stunning, with diverse landscapes ranging from dense forests …"
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"We went beggining of january, and it was too crowded. It felt more like a city tour. …"
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"The scenery is truly breathtaking! We opted for the afternoon safari, as this is (apparently) when the chances of spotting …"
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"An unforgettable 12-hour deep jungle safari! Saw leopards, sloth bears, wild boars, crocodiles, and peacocks. The lunch by the river …"
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"The staff is very friendly and proactive. However, many expectations are not met given the difficulty of seeing elephants, and …"
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"It’s one of the best parks to vosot to meet the ari lankan elephants to lapords to sloth bears…."
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"A great adventure, everything was prepared perfectly"
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"Nice place"
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"A magnificent array of animals!"
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"This fascinating national park stretches across a large plain right by the ocean. Here you'll find dense forests and vast …"
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"Breathtaking safari experience in Yala National Park!"
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"This is a place where probability of spotting a Leopard is very very high. But it is not easy to …"
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"A wonderful day encountering all sorts of wildlife! Our only complaint was the number of jeeps! It would be really …"
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"Such a fun adventure! Riding through the rocky roads and spotting wildlife was an incredible experience. We saw so many …"
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"Yala National Park – famous Sri Lankan wildlife reserve with high leopard sightings, elephants, diverse birdlife and scenic safari experiences. …"
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"Breathtaking safari experience in Yala National Park!"
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"Yala National Park, located in southeastern Sri Lanka, is the country’s most visited wildlife reserve and is famous for having …"
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"We went there for a morning safari. The landscape in the national park is wonderful, very diverse and varied. The …"
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"It was an incredible experience. We didn't even count the elephants. We saw leopards, mongooses and more than 20 other …"
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"Unfortunately, we had a disappointing experience in Yala. We arrived around 7 a.m. and had to wait quite a while …"
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"We went for a full day safari - and we wish we could have done two days! The park is …"
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"Breathtaking safari experience in Yala National Park!"
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"An afternoon Safari tour is an amazing experience and well worth taking. Our tour guide was experienced with his knowledge …"
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"Beautiful park full of animals."
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"An incredible experience. Yala is a paradise for wildlife lovers."
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"Breathtaking safari experience in Yala National Park!"
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"Breathtaking safari experience in Yala National Park!"
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"A fantastic experience that you absolutely must see if you are from Sri Lanka."
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"Fantastic experience! Safari starts at sunrise"
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"Ok, so this was a dilemma for me. I brought a group here as part of yoga retreat. We were …"
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"Visited the park in July. My trip started at 1pm we reached almost at 2pm. It was sunny, animals were …"
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"Wow, the diversity of animals is impressive. This isn't a zoo, but wild animals in their natural habitat, so you …"
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"If you're debating whether to go or not, it's best not to. Half a day of jeep driving over horribly …"
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"Saw deers, crocodile, and elephants"
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"One big failure out of 300 elephants in the pack, we saw only 1.5 if we count the female elephant's …"
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"We went on the morning of December 27, 2025, and saw several elephants, a leopard, toucans, water buffalo, monkeys—we really …"
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"Unfortunately we went able to sight any elephants or leopards. We started our private safari at 6 in the morning …"
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"A fantastic national park, seemingly vast and with a great variety of wildlife. Unfortunately, around 500 cars converge on any …"
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"We had a fantastic full-day tour with Asanka! He went to incredible lengths to show us the animals in the …"
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"A very beautiful park with many animals, but also often very crowded, and when a "rare" animal like a bear …"
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"Nice park, I recommend doing a half tour, either in the morning or afternoon! The full tour can be tiring; …"
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"You have to be luckey if you plan to see the big cat"
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"Breathtaking safari experience in Yala National Park!"
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"When we were there, there were fewer visitors than expected, and we were incredibly lucky to see many animals up …"
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"Absolutely stunning!"
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"VERY BADLY ORGANISED ! Very nice place but unfortunately they have no systems in place and it’s absolutely chaotic. 400 …"
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"Was one of the best days during our Sri Lanka trip! Would definitely recommend waking up for the early safari …"
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"High recommendation for Yala Leopard Tracks! Our 4x4 jeep had private elevated seating which gave us clear 360-degree views of …"
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"Awesome!"
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"I didn't like it. We saw elephants, a couple of foxes, mongooses, and lots of different birds. A crocodile in …"
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"I was looking forward to coming here. It was really one of the reasons why I decided to come to …"
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"We had the best experience, met some wonderful people, and saw so many beautiful animals! Definitely spot some leopards here! …"
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"Breathtaking safari experience in Yala National Park!"
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"Yala National Park is absolutely worth the visit. We had a great safari experience and were lucky to see a …"
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"A good story about leopards, crocodiles and rare animals to pay a lot of money. In reality you get a …"
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"its definitely worth a visit, you can see many special species in their natural habitat. Unfortunately, there are some places …"
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"Amazing experience! If you're ever in Lanka, don't hesitate to stop at this national park. It exceeded our expectations; we …"
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"Breathtaking safari experience in Yala National Park!"
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"Suggested should 6 people be in one car to avoid too many car caused to air pollution."
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"Had a fantastic time on a safari ride. I guess having the right guide makes all the difference."
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"Beautiful park with lots of birds, animals and a variety of wet and dry lands! It exceeded our expectations. There …"
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"Breathtaking safari experience in Yala National Park!"
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"We did not see a leopard or a bear, but we did see several beautiful elephants and many other gorgeous …"
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"It was an annoying safari. I was made to wait in line for over an hour to see a leopard …"
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"The park itself is amazing, a truly wonderful place for wildlife, the grounds are vast and picturesque, and in places …"
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"Breathtaking safari experience in Yala National Park!"
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"A road where you can see elephants on regular roads."
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"Yala National Park is one of Sri Lanka's most heavily promoted destinations, famous for its leopards and safaris, but honestly, …"
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"The best safari in a long time"
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"Top Wildlife Diversity"
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"Nice trip, but to be honest the amount of cars chasing leopards at the same time is too much. Sometimes …"
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"Disappointing, unfortunately! We only saw a leopard for a split second. Elephants were only visible from a distance! It was …"
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"A large variety of animals live here. On safari, we spotted crocodiles, as well as a variety of birds, including …"
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"It's very easy to find out our place bcoz of this service i hhighly recomend this google it's worth"
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"Yala National Park was an absolutely unforgettable experience, made even better because everything was perfectly arranged for us by Nehansa …"
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"We went on a safari from 5 am to 12 pm. Unfortunately, we only saw a few elephants (6 in …"
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"Over hyped place.Huge entrance fees.Not worth the price and time spent. Avoid if your willing to spot the animals. Only …"
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"The park is a very beautiful and large national park with elephants, water buffalo, monkeys, crocodiles, monitor lizards, colorful birds, …"
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"Breathtaking safari experience in Yala National Park!"
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"We really enjoyed it! We saw a leopard and lots of different animals. The guide explained everything in detail, and …"
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"An unforgettable experience at Yala National Park! The entrance is well organized, and the staff are helpful and professional. The …"
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"Yala National Park is the second-largest national park in Sri Lanka and is known for having the highest density of …"
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"Top! Safari war mega!"
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"The park has an incredible variety of animals, but the jeeps that drive in every day are nothing more than …"
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"Go there early morning. Beautiful safari. Dont eat before if you are roaming with jeep"
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"Breathtaking safari experience in Yala National Park!"
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"Yala National Park is a true gem of Sri Lanka’s wildlife and natural beauty. Spread across vast landscapes of forest, …"
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"I saw no leopards during the evening slot in January. Others in jeeps did however possibly due to their experienced …"
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"Breathtaking safari experience in Yala National Park!"
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"Few animals visible, except for the elephants, which were however disturbed by the numerous jeeps."
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"Amazing place in sri lanka."
Google Maps Verified Reviewer • {{ item.date }}"An experience to avoid. First of all, terrible service and terrible communication. On the very day of the tour, they …"
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"Yala National Park is an incredible place to experience Sri Lanka’s wildlife and natural beauty. The landscape is breathtaking, with …"
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"Yala National Park is where the wild truly comes alive. From open grasslands to dense forests and peaceful lagoons, the …"
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"Amazing place!"
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"Beautiful, diverse park. Beautiful scenery and, of course, beautiful animals. Fortunately, the animals that live there are respected."
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"Saw 5 leopards today. Bucket list ✔️. Amazing experience. Do the morning tour. Worth it."
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"Really great experience in wildlife Sri Lanka. My personal opinion is price should be lowered for entrance ticket. It’s more …"
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"Wonderful national park with lots of flora and fauna. Had an amazing safari."
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"A natural environment rich in biodiversity. Many rare animals can be seen up close. An amazing experience can be had."
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"Yala National Park offers one of the best wildlife experiences in Sri Lanka. From majestic elephants to the iconic Sri …"
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"Absolute paradise in the wild! The tented glamping suites have high-thread linen, hot showers, and total privacy in the buffer …"
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"Horrible experience ! It was a 3-hour super bumpy ride thru a “safari” covered in trees. Barely any animals. Throughout …"
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"Of the animals nearby, only elephants are there, the rest are a few crocodiles far away, various birds and other …"
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"The best national park from SriLanka !"
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"You get to see a lot of animals even the leopard is missing. Highly recommend get a good safari service …"
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"Breathtaking safari experience in Yala National Park!"
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"e experience was truly amazing. Our tour guide was very knowledgeable and knew exactly how to make the safari enjoyable. …"
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"An interesting place, unfortunately it was raining, but our guide wanted us to see as many animals as possible, even …"
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"Yala National park has most leopard density in Sri Lanka . If you are lucky can see cubs too. Elephants, …"
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"Scenic and wildlife-rich, yet the experience feels commercial and crowded. Leopard alerts quickly become jeep convoys, which kills the mood …"
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"The park is well worth a visit. The jeep drivers go to great lengths to ensure you see everything. …"
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"Yala National Park: Comprehensive Overview, Ecology, and Visitor Guide Nestled along the sun-drenched southeastern coast of Sri Lanka, Yala National …"
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"Breathtaking safari experience in Yala National Park!"
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"You can get good wild life experience. Can see mostly 🦌 🐘 🦚 🐗 🐆 and other Sri Lankan wild …"
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"Yala National Park is a magnificent tropical dry forest teeming with a variety of wildlife and bird species. The safari …"
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"Wonderful and truly natural. Want to save our future"
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"The safari was really fun. We went in the late afternoon, but I think it's better in the morning."
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"An amazing experience at Yala National Park! 🐘🐆 We had the chance to see so many beautiful animals in their …"
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"I really don't understand why it is so famous. I think whoever enjoys this park has never been on a …"
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"Amazing place! Yala National Park is huge, with beautiful landscapes and so much wildlife. The highlight for me was seeing …"
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"Breathtaking safari experience in Yala National Park!"
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"This was the best experience that I’ve had when going on a photography tour, one of my favorite hobbies is …"
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"Breathtaking safari experience in Yala National Park!"
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"Nice but limited number of animals… had no luck even for an elephant…"
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"It wasn't a good experience Time wasting You may need th find a better way th enjoy your day"
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"Beautiful, spacious national park. Lots of deer, some elephants, and a chance of spotting a leopard or some bears. We …"
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"As a wildlife photographer, visiting Yala National Park is always an exciting experience. Located in the southeast of Sri Lanka, …"
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"Breathtaking safari experience in Yala National Park!"
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"The place is beautiful, but it's useless. All we saw were deer, elephants, and monkeys. It's overpriced; I don't recommend …"
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"Too crowded … top Guide."
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"Yala National Park, is a strict wildlife reserve situated in the SE corner of Sri Lanka. This park which covers …"
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"We went in the morning, not so many animals were seen, at some point a leopard was spotted in a …"
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"This was a once-in-a-lifetime experience! I’ve always wanted to go on a safari trip, and this park was one of …"
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"Great experience went to gate 5 as less busy only slim chance of seeing a leopard and we did sat …"
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"It's a place worth visiting. The safari prices are outrageous. You can find them for a third of the price …"
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"Great experience."
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"Yala National Park is a must-visit for any nature lover! The variety of wildlife here is simply incredible – from …"
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"Rareness causes perceived relevance. We had an interesting time at Yala National Park, and yes, we did see the Sri …"
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"A truly beautiful natural park with wildlife everywhere. The only downside was seeing that some visitors still throw away plastic …"
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"Great place"
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"Breathtaking safari experience in Yala National Park!"
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"We did a full-day shared tour in Yala National Park. It was very nice – however, there were far too …"
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"Breathtaking safari experience in Yala National Park!"
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"A cool attraction, but there weren't many animals to be seen. You have to be lucky."
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"Absolutely not worth it. About 100 cars come in at once, leaving you stuck in traffic for a leopard napping …"
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"A fantastic experience. We booked the afternoon tour and were thrilled by the beautiful national park and its biodiversity."
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"Amazing experience"
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"The park itself is beautiful, unfortunately the entrance ticket is not worth it! I wouldn’t recommend the visit again , …"
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"What a disappointment!!! 70 euros p.p. wasted money! We had a guide who only drove circles, did not do his …"
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"Breathtaking safari experience in Yala National Park!"
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"Breathtaking safari experience in Yala National Park!"
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"Nature has created another miracle here! However the way that it is managed is so poor and hurts every single …"
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"Yala National Park is an outstanding wildlife destination and a must-visit for nature and wildlife enthusiasts. The park is rich …"
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"Yala was amazing! We got to see waterbuffalos, birds in all kinds of colours and sizes, crocodiles, python, a leopard, …"
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"Beautiful park with a wide variety of wildlife"
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"Beautiful park, we've been there twice already."
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"Although quite commercial, with no regulations of jeep entries, the park has massive boulder displays and stunning views. Great for …"
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"Spotted twice Leopord in 30 feet distance. Hence worth . Spot elephant, dear, alligators , peacocks, mongooses , fox, eagle …"
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"We went on safari in Yale National Park. I highly recommend it! We were lucky enough to see a leopard!"
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"Nice place for a safari well maintained had an interaction with elephants there but just missed the famous srilankan leopard"
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"Yala National park has most leopard density in Sri Lanka . If you are lucky can see cubs too. Elephants, …"
Google Local Guide • {{ item.date }}"The bush dining setup at night with oil lanterns and open starlight was unforgettable. The local cuisine prepared by camp …"
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"A vast park, going with a local guide who knows the ropes was a real winner. We were able to …"
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"Great Safari handled by a tour where we have seen many animals, including Leopard. Best time for the Safari is …"
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"Good experience"
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"Beautiful, medium-sized national park! More animals can be seen in the morning than in the afternoon."
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"Picturesque Safari, Fair Prices, but Touristy Yala National Park is a must-see for nature lovers in Sri Lanka. It's a …"
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"Many animals in the wild"
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"Overall, it was a very bad experiencia. We were lucky to see a leopard, elephants, and other animals, but the …"
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"Attention, this is a summary and review of visits to a total of four national parks in Sri Lanka. …"
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"We had expected a bit more. Perhaps it would be more interesting with better camera equipment."
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"Yala National Park is an incredible place to experience Sri Lanka’s wildlife and natural beauty. The landscape is breathtaking, with …"
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"Breathtaking safari experience in Yala National Park!"
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"I saw lots of animals: beautiful elephants, four leopards, lots of crocodiles, birds, and so much more. The attached photos …"
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"Beautiful natural habitat/reserve with indigenous plants and animals. This is a great option for a first time safari especially with …"
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"Breathtaking safari experience in Yala National Park!"
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"Saw lots of animals Elephants, leopards, crocodiles, birds, buffaloes, and cows."
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"Wow!"
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"Yala National Park, often simply called Yala, is one of Sri Lanka’s most famous and visited wildlife reserves. It’s located …"
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"booked my Yala Safari jeep in February 2026 through this website. The price list was provided, and we opted for …"
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"We made a huge mistake taking a tour to this park. We were picked up from our hotel at 1:15 …"
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"The most incredible experience, an absolute must if you visit Sri Lanka. Unforgettable 🐘 🐆 …"
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"We had a half-day tour that went by way too fast. We did see a leopard in the distance, but …"
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"We very sited for a full day in August 2025. We had lots of ‘wow’ moments but also long periods …"
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"Honestly, this experience doesn’t even deserve a star. I made a booking through the official website.. in hopes that this …"
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"It's definitely an experience you shouldn't have. You can opt for a half-day, as the driver gets tired all day …"
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"Great park...block 5 and block 6 are beautiful. Half a day of safari is enough. At least for me. Saw …"
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"We really enjoyed it! We saw buffalo, elephants, mongooses, foxes, deer, monkeys, pelicans, crocodiles, and all sorts of birds. …"
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"My review focuses primarily on the way tourists can visit this park, not on the wildlife itself. …"
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"Amazing safari! Seeing a Sri Lankan leopard in the wild was a bucket-list moment. The guide was extremely knowledgeable and …"
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"Phenomenal game drives! Kapila was an expert guide who identified leopard tracks in the sand and led us directly to …"
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"Visiting Yala National Park was an incredible experience! We highly recommend booking a tour at 4:30 AM, even though the …"
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"Breathtaking safari experience in Yala National Park!"
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"Breathtaking safari experience in Yala National Park!"
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"Too many jeeps, too few animals"
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"Amazing"
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"Breathtaking safari experience in Yala National Park!"
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"We were unlucky. Right from the start. We booked a safari on the park's official website and got a terrible …"
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"Had a great family experience Lots of animals to try to see"
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"Suc an incredible experience seeing many kind of animals in there natural habitats, peacock, elephants, leopards, birds, crocodiles and much …"
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"Yala National Park has a rich and beautiful wildlife. We did a half-day safari and nearly saw most of the …"
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"Yala National Park was an absolutely amazing experience and a must-do in Sri Lanka. We did not manage to see …"
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"Make sure you always come early when you go"
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"The roads in the park are in horrendous condition, which considering the park entree fee one might expect better. Meaning …"
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"Amazing place, I was lucky and I got to see all the animals, it was a nice experience"
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"We visited Yala National Park with high hopes, expecting a unique safari experience. Unfortunately, it didn’t live up to the …"
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"Great spot to see Sri Lankan Leopard, Sloth Bear and Many more Animals with in few hour Jeep Safari Tour, …"
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"The park itself is beautiful, with diverse landscapes and rich wildlife. However, the jeep safari experience left me with mixed …"
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"It's fine for a first safari. For the best safari, you need to go to Africa. …"
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"Was a good experience....we went looking for a leopard unfortunately didn't see one. But it was worth the day."
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"This is one of the parks where you can see the Sri Lankan tiger. However sometimes it's not guaranteed that …"
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"Outstanding 7-day private driver tour! Luxury Toyota van, friendly English-speaking driver, and zero hassle. Visited Yala, Sigiriya, Kandy, and Galle …"
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"Yala National Park is truly one of the most breathtaking wildlife destinations in Sri Lanka and a place that leaves …"
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"Visiting Yala Safari Park was an unforgettable experience! From the moment we entered the park, we were surrounded by breathtaking …"
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"It was overcrowded the day we took the half day tour."
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"Very beautiful park and very spread out saw three big elephants and two young calves lots of wild life, and …"
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"Breathtaking safari experience in Yala National Park!"
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"Don’t bother. It wasn’t worth the headache of getting up at 3. We paid 65 buckaroos for 2 which excluded …"
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"Breathtaking safari experience in Yala National Park!"
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"Overcrowded, extremely expensive, and difficult to spot leopards"
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"This is our second visit to Yala. we have seen many leopards including Selena, Locus, Nilame, Cherry, Pavan and Chello.31/03/2026"
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"It was a great experience."
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"Breathtaking safari experience in Yala National Park!"
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"We visited the park on February 16, 2026. Unfortunately, we have to report a negative experience. For beginners, it's an …"
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"Breathtaking safari experience in Yala National Park!"
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"Truly worth the experience. We saw many animals and a wide variety of birds in their natural habitat. Unfortunately, we …"
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"We saw many animals, but a leopard is a lottery, you have to be patient."
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"Yala National Park, located in the southeastern region of Sri Lanka, is the country’s most famous and second-largest national park, …"
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"Sensational experience in Yala! We started our game drive at 5:30 AM with Yala Leopard Tracks. Our naturalist Kapila tracked …"
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"Good experience"
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"The experience was amazing, seeing the animals so close and observing them in their natural habitat was out of this …"
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"Lizard near the reverside yala national park"
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"Honestly, Yala was amazing. The whole safari vibe, the scenery, and seeing wild animals up close is something you can’t …"
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"Breathtaking safari experience in Yala National Park!"
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"You either show up at 6am or 6pm, i went for the 6am, nice sunrise view. Didnt see elephant though, …"
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"Lots of animals, including the elusive leopard"
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"Yale National Park is a massive tourist trap! Up to 500 jeeps race along dusty, potholed tracks, and sloth bears …"
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"Yala National Park is a vast and beautifully maintained area teeming with wildlife. It is undoubtedly one of the best …"
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"Very busy. We were able to buy tickets online the night before, so we didn't have to join the very …"
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"It is a truly fantastic park. I highly recommend it. However, I do think that Block 1is overcrowded, which negatively …"
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"Breathtaking safari experience in Yala National Park!"
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"I think it's a very friendly park. After visiting parks in Kenya, there's absolutely nothing to compare it to, but …"
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"I’m glad I had gone because there is some respect between the animals and the guides. It was a wild …"
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"Amazing place"
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"Nature amazes you, more simply to see elephants, crocodiles, peacocks, buffaloes. We got excited that leopard has seen somewhere but …"
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"I went on a safari here and thought it was quite good. I saw everything except the leopards."
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"Yala National Park is Sri Lanka's most famous wildlife destination, best known for having one of the highest leopard densities …"
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"Don't go here if you love animals. It is downright scandalous how completely disrespectful the drivers are when …"
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"Breathtaking safari experience in Yala National Park!"
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"It was nice to see few animals, but you have to be extremely lucky to see a leopard, and the …"
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"Breathtaking safari experience in Yala National Park!"
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"Yala national park best time to visit is early in the morning as it would be crowded in the daytime …"
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"Beautiful nature and animals, but organization of tours should improve- to many half-empty cars generating pollution and unnecessary traffic"
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"An incredible experience! It was quite busy, but with Yanaka Tours, our experience was truly special. We saw four leopards, …"
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"Great trip with a Safari jeep to see the animals - unfortunately we didn't see a leopard or a bear …"
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"One of the best experiences."
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"It's difficult to see leopards, which are the park's biggest draw, because there are thousands of tourists in their jeeps …"
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"We where lucky for the weather it was not that hit and sunny, saw different kind of animals , nit …"
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"Just wanted to dump my photos here which i captured from ny phone"
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"We saw many elephants and other amazing animals. We were lucky enough to see a leopard in the distance, although …"
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"I’m glad I had gone because there is some respect between the animals and the guides. It was a wild …"
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"It was a wonderful experience for us! We saw many animal species, unfortunately the leopards didn't make it. Otherwise, the …"
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"A little disappointed by the park. I thought there would be an abundance of animals, but no such luck for …"
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"An exciting national park where you can experience a great safari. However, spotting rare animals like leopards largely depends on …"
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"Yala National Park offers beautiful green landscapes, but the wildlife sightings were mostly limited to buffalos, peacocks, iguanas, deer, crocodiles, …"
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"Great national park"
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"Breathtaking safari experience in Yala National Park!"
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"We booked Yala Leopard Tracks for our entire 7-day Sri Lanka islandwide private transfer and round tour. Chauffeur was punctual, …"
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"Wonderfull experience, we saw a lot of animals 🥰 we missed only the leopard …"
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"Breathtaking safari experience in Yala National Park!"
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"I recently visited Yala National Park and it was truly one of the best wildlife experiences in Sri Lanka. The …"
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"Nice"
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"Actually, it was really cool, a real experience! We went during the off-season and didn't encounter nearly as many people …"
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"It's my second time here. Finally, I saw the big cat hunting 😌 …"
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"Nice place:)"
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"We were there in mid-November. Dozens of jeeps were driving along very muddy and bumpy roads trying to find "something," …"
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"Best national park in Sri Lanka 🇱🇰 Well, we went on a lucky day, we got to see from elephants, …"
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"Breathtaking safari experience in Yala National Park!"
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"Yala National Park is truly one of Sri Lanka’s crown jewels when it comes to nature and wildlife. I had …"
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"Overrated... with the number of vehicles, will be very lucky if you can spot any leopards. …"
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"Yala National Park, located in southeastern Sri Lanka, is one of the country's most famous and popular wildlife sanctuaries. Covering …"
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"Breathtaking safari experience in Yala National Park!"
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"We visited eight Sri Lanka national parks in October-November 2025 and Yala Block 1 was not our favorite. It is …"
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"Beautiful birds, lots of peacocks, roosters, herons, small brightly colored birds. Elephants, buffalo, monitor lizards, mongooses, deer, crocodiles, turtles. Everyone …"
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"Although I didn't see the animals I was looking for, I did see peacocks and elephants. It was fun!"
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"It's fantastic, home to so many different animal species, and we had the opportunity to see them all up close. …"
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"Just elephants, elephants, elephants... Sometimes a water buffalo, sometimes a bird, but mostly you can see off-road jeeps with diesel …"
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"As a wildlife photographer, vehicle positioning relative to light angles is critical. Yala Leopard Tracks drivers are trained naturalists who …"
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"Beautiful national park with lots of different animals 👌🏻👍🏻 We had a full-day safari and at first we thought it …"
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"A fun adventure. This park will not disappoint. A good experience to drive through the roads and keep eye out …"
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"Fantastic 🤩 Got a change to see a bear as well. Morning tour will be more beautiful than the evening …"
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"Your experience really depends on which animals you get to see. We were lucky enough to spot two leopards, but …"
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"It was a very enjoyable experience, we were very pleased and I would recommend it to everyone."
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"Had a good driver who negotiated the roads in the park very well. Just unfortunate we did not see many …"
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"It's a gorgeous, huge park—so much to see! Get the morning safari to spot the most animals. Check reviews before …"
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"The best experience I have ever lived in my life! I went there with my friends and for us it …"
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"An interesting place to encounter local wildlife in the national park. Peacocks, monkeys, crocodiles, water buffalo, and elephants. The best …"
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"When things get interesting, there are simply too many Jeeps there at once. It's a bit like a hunt for …"
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"What a waste of time and money.. and health actually!! You spend 3 hours in the park and see only …"
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"Situated in Sri Lanka’s south-east hugging the panoramic Indian Ocean, Yala was designated a wildlife sanctuary in 1900 and was …"
Google Maps Verified Reviewer • {{ item.date }}"Terrible experience! Let's start with the first point: poor or almost complete lack of communication. I booked a half-day safari …"
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"Not at all advisable. Hugely expensive, had to wake up very early, had to wait for the que for more …"
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"Overall, the park is very beautiful. But for my taste, too many of the roads are placed directly through the …"
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"Quite busy in the afternoon. All chase the animals so you wait with 50 other vehicles to see the animal."
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"we did morning and evening safari. we saw two leopards in the morning safari. They take us at 6 am …"
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"We had a great time, but we didn't see the leopard... Going on safari is a gamble. Even so, we …"
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"Lifetime experience"
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"I participated in an early morning safari tour. I was very satisfied because I was able to encounter the Sri …"
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"It was pretty good; a half-day safari was enough. It's recommended to book jeeps and guides online. However, be aware …"
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"A National Park with a huge area. The animals we saw were lovely. Lots of elephants, buffalo and peacocks, a …"
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"Compared to African NPs, it was a bit of a disappointment - unfortunately, the most common sight here is only …"
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"Breathtaking safari experience in Yala National Park!"
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"I didn't enjoy it. Not because of the park itself, which is enormous, nor because of not seeing leopards, which …"
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"Breathtaking safari experience in Yala National Park!"
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"Breathtaking safari experience in Yala National Park!"
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"Breathtaking safari experience in Yala National Park!"
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"A bit of mixed feelings. It was off-season, so quiet… but I still found it quite crowded. Especially when a …"
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"Breathtaking safari experience in Yala National Park!"
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"Lots of different wild life to see. We enjoyed it."
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"It was just wonderful. Nuwan Chathuranga, our driver, had an old jeep that was lots of fun & was brilliant …"
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"This safari park is full of hundreds of jeeps, especially around elephants and jaguars (you'll understand what I mean if …"
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"The night before it rained for 5 hours and roads were very wet with pools of water, the jeeps did …"
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"Did an afternoon safari at Yala after driving down from Ella, and it was outstanding. The approach itself felt wild …"
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"A jeep safari lasting a few hours, offering the chance to admire the local wildlife. We caught a glimpse of …"
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"Super National Park - we saw many animals in their natural environment, thanks to our NP Ranger, which we would …"
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"We visited with my family during weekdays. Not much vehicle there, we entered smoothly. We were lucky to see a …"
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"Goos lots if birds and animals One time doable something different"
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"Yala National Park offers one of the best wildlife experiences in Sri Lanka. From majestic elephants to the iconic Sri …"
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"Fantastic national park loved the trip."
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"Truly worth the experience. We saw many animals and a wide variety of birds in their natural habitat. Unfortunately, we …"
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"Breathtaking safari experience in Yala National Park!"
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"The elephants following the safari jeep will undoubtedly be a highlight not only for children. …"
Google Maps Verified Reviewer • {{ item.date }}"It's not worth the trouble; there's no safari involved, and there are more cars than animals."
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"There is a heavy element of luck in visiting Yala. Chances are you won't see a leopard, but you might …"
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"Low season experience: was really nice! No waiting times and we spotted a lot of wildlife; a leopard, elephants, crocodiles …"
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"Yala Park Review. Even a downpour during the second part of the trip didn't dampen our spirits. …"
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"It is the most visited and second largest national park in Sri Lanka which is open to public. Plenty of …"
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"Lots of elephants gathered around the lake to drink water along with baby elephants. It was spectacular to see groups …"
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"Avoid at all costs!! It's a factory! It's a race between jeeps! The drivers are constantly cutting …"
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"Unfortunately, this is neither an animal-friendly nor an environmentally friendly park – I've seen many safaris worldwide, but never anything …"
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"Our Yala National Park Safari was an unforgettable adventure! The CU Tours Sri Lanka team arranged everything perfectly from the …"
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"We visited this park second on our trip, and I have to say it was very hectic. We were lucky …"
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"The entrance fee to Yala National Park was the highest among the three places we visited, but because there were …"
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"Highly recommend to local and foreign visitors to if you need to see wild animal visit to yala wild elephant, …"
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"Breathtaking safari experience in Yala National Park!"
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"Beautiful experience with rich wildlife. You get to see many different kinds of birds and animals, which makes the safari …"
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"A truly beautiful national park. Even if you don't see any animals, the landscape is incredibly diverse and a sight …"
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"It was a wonderful experience. Being able to observe many different wild animals in their natural habitat was incredibly exciting. …"
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"Had a half-day morning safari about 3.5-4h long, started at 6am. Early morning hours we say a lot of birds, …"
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"It was a really memorable safari experience at Yala National Park. Even before the safari started, a wild boar was …"
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"Magical luxury glamping in Yala! Beautiful tents equipped with comfortable king beds and modern bathrooms. Dinner under the stars with …"
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"Breathtaking safari experience in Yala National Park!"
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"wildlife in it's peak ! You can also spot the Daduru Oya Reservoir"
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"I visited Yala National Park on the 14th of April , and it turned out to be one of the …"
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"The park was great. We saw lots of peacocks, water buffalo, a snake, an elephant hidden in the woods, and …"
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"Admittedly, it's very busy there, and I don't necessarily mean the animals. But it's worth it."
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"Crazy drivers! Like Mario Kart/Jurassic Park. Brilliant fun, saw elephants and leopards. Worth the money and the experience in the …"
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"Great place to see wildlife"
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"Do yourself a favor and don't do this safari 5 hours of rocking jeep rides to see the same animals …"
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"Yesterday we went on a tour of Yala National Park, and frankly, it was absolutely not worth the money or …"
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"Plenty of elephants, a few crocodiles, lots of birds, and a leopard. Great day at Yala, morning and afternoon with …"
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"Breathtaking safari experience in Yala National Park!"
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"Breathtaking safari experience in Yala National Park!"
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"Top notch service from start to finish! Our driver-guide took us deep into Block 5 and Manik River corridor. We …"
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"Beautiful place, the forest is very well maintained, and the free-roaming animals are lovely."
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"Had a nice safari experience here. The driver kept us explaining about the parts, flora and fauna of the park. …"
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"The nature is very beautiful but there is not a lot of variety of animals. You will see lots of …"
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"Breathtaking safari experience in Yala National Park!"
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"You shouldn't expect an African-style safari. If you take this into account, we would recommend it. The key is to …"
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"You have an equal chance of encountering animals in the morning and evening. Everyone is squeamish about jeeps, but I …"
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"Incredible park, seeing nature how it should be fully natural. Only slide downside is it can get busy with jeep …"
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"I'm writing this review with a heavy heart. We set out expecting to see many animals different from our own, …"
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"The safari was a success, but we didn't see an elephant, but we did see some very beautiful birds and …"
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"Yala National Park, located in southeastern Sri Lanka, is the country's second largest and most visited national park, spanning the …"
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"Go to Africa on safari"
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"It's nothing special, or at least in our experience, overrated. We didn't see many animals, and we only saw the …"
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"Superb tour for birdwatchers and photographers! Captured amazing crisp shots of crested serpent eagles, hornbills, and peacocks. Top team in …"
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"Wow this is one safari you mustn’t miss. Yala national park is a whole ride of so many wild animals. …"
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"Yala National Park has a rich and beautiful wildlife. We did a half-day safari and nearly saw most of the …"
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"We visited Yala safari at 7am. There were too many jeeps starting that that time. The park in general is …"
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"Very happy with our experience at Yala. True wilderness. It can be busy with number of jeeps but our guide …"
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"Yala National Park, particularly Block 1, is famously plastered across every Sri Lankan tourism brochure for its high density of …"
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"Saw so many animals! The park goes from desert to jungle and swamp. A full day safari is worth it."
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"Very vast area, lots of animals."
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"Great park, great animals, and especially the leopard!"
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"Yala National Park is Sri Lanka's most famous wildlife destination, primarily known for having one of the highest leopard densities …"
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"We joined the morning tour, we didn't see much but it was still nice. By the way, it's really tiring."
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"Breathtaking safari experience in Yala National Park!"
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"Amazing half-day safari experience at Yala National Park! 🐆🌿 We were lucky to spot elephants, deer, crocodiles, many birds, and …"
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"Appalling! I knew the park was very busy, but not to this extent. …"
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"Amazing experience Dillan our guide was great and we saw Leopards, elephants, buffalo, deer, birds."
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"A beautiful landscape and lots of animals that you would otherwise only see in a zoo."
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"Visiting Yala National Park was truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Seeing wildlife in their natural habitat, not in a zoo, not …"
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"We were very lucky and were able to see a lot of animals: water buffalos, lizards, various birds, a bear, …"
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"Best Place"
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"Best safari in the Asia ."
Google Maps Verified Reviewer • {{ item.date }}"We got lucky on our very first drive! Saw a leopard mother with two cubs near a waterhole in Block …"
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"Great experience to watch elephants, Deers and others"
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"Beautiful park with so many animals. Unfortunately, we didn't see a leopard, but it was still very beautiful. Our guide …"
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"50 Jeeps to 1 Leopard tank A terrible experience. We were stuck in traffic for 1 hour and 15 minutes …"
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"Experience a jungle safari in Yala National Park, which covers an area of approximately 979 square kilometers, and track wild …"
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"Breathtaking safari experience in Yala National Park!"
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"The safari for our entire family of six cost almost US$230, including park entrance tickets and taxes. Given the price, …"
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"Breathtaking safari experience in Yala National Park!"
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"This park is an absolute must-see if you're determined to see a leopard; it's one of the places in the …"
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"Beautiful park. You have no control over the view of elephants, leopards, and the like."
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"A great experience in this park, but unfortunately there were too many 4x4 vehicles and too much pollution."
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"Had a wonderful time at Yala National Park. Would recommend a half day tour starting early morning as it gets …"
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"Not usually drawn to safaris, I was very pleasantly surprised by the quality of Yala National Park and its respect …"
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"The park itself is beautiful and home to numerous animal species, boasting great biodiversity. …"
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"Breathtaking safari experience in Yala National Park!"
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"Incredible experience! Yala National Park is a true paradise for wildlife lovers. Here are the highlights of my visit: …"
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"Great experience ! A must see in Sri Lanka. 1000 square km2 of complete wildlife with all the animals you …"
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"I recently visited Yala National Park and it was an unforgettable safari experience. The biodiversity here is truly incredible. …"
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"It was beautiful! We saw everything we wanted to see. The atmosphere was incredible! Unfortunately, we didn't manage to capture …"
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"We hired a guide from the hotel. There weren't many cars before the park opened. There wasn't much competition for …"
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"Yala National Park is one of the most remarkable destinations in Sri Lanka, offering a perfect blend of wilderness, adventure, …"
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"It was a really memorable safari experience at Yala National Park. Even before the safari started, a wild boar was …"
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"Great nature reserve, bookings can be made online and on short notice but the Price is too high for what …"
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"Lots of animals"
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"One of the most amazing experience in my whole life. Recommend earlier tours"
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"We had high hopes for Yala and this safari surpassed them all. We saw an impressive herd of 14 elephants …"
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"We did a 7 hour jeep safari in Yala. During this safari we stayed in block one but saw a …"
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"Incredible experience! We did an afternoon safari (2pm-6pm) and were lucky enough to see sloth bear + baby, a leopard …"
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"Incredible morning drive. Spotted two leopards, a big sloth bear digging for termites, and herds of spotted deer. Very knowledgeable …"
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"Leopard spotted! ❤️"
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"I can’t believe I paid a huge amount to only see buffaloes bathing. The jeep safari is horrendous and extremely …"
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"Beautiful park with lots of birds, animals and a variety of wet and dry lands! It exceeded our expectations. There …"
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"Beautiful national park. We had a driver arranged by our agency for 40,000 rupees (entrance fee included) for a 4-hour …"
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"A trip to Yala National Park. It was a complete surprise to us to be so disappointed, even though I'm …"
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"How can you not rave about this park? The sheer beauty of the landscapes alone, with its ochre-colored earth that …"
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"The Yala National Park was absolutely stunning, you can visit on a safari recommended time is in the morning to …"
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"Best safari operators in Yala! We are keen wildlife photographers and our guide positioned the jeep perfectly for morning sun …"
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"We spent half a day in Yala National Park and were disappointed by the drivers' behavior. We were picked up …"
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"Really great experience, saw many animals and had great fun at the part."
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"Great safari but better to take from early morning to see many animals"
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"A great experience! We saw three leopards, two of them very close to the car, all thanks to our driver …"
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"Yala Safari is a wonderful place for a wildlife experience. It offers a great opportunity to see animals in their …"
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"A terrible experience on safari in Yala National Park because of the driver. He kept stopping in areas with excessive …"
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"We had a great tour and saw a lot."
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"The nature is nice, we saw some animals but the traffic is just awful. Less would be more."
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"It's beautiful, but it didn't meet our expectations. You definitely need to bring binoculars. The park is quite large, and …"
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"Breathtaking safari experience in Yala National Park!"
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"Breathtaking safari experience in Yala National Park!"
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"Amazing experience, some advice would be 1) Prices are set in USD but payment expected in Sri Lankan Rupee (LKR) …"
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"I've read other reviews; many people say there are lines for jeeps and the like. But I'd like to point …"
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"Breathtaking safari experience in Yala National Park!"
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"I recommend this park. We saw leopard, elephants, crocodiles, deers, and more"
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"Unfortunately, we didn't see the leopard, and our driver had little peace and patience."
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"Tracks very rough so slow to get around but we did see quite a few elephants and a gorgeous leopard. …"
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"Very nice"
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"Despite being the second largest park in the country, don't expect an African safari, but with a good guide who …"
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"Fully commercialized and poor regulations/management of safari cars. Visited after several years and noticed considerable decreasement in bio diversity and …"
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"Best nation park love it"
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"Yala national park is stunning. But it’s not easy to see animals, there are different roads in the park and …"
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"This experience had been so great. Yes u get picked up very early (5:00am) but it’s so worth it. It’s …"
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"Very beautiful national park must visit …..❤️"
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"As a wildlife photographer, visiting Yala National Park is always an exciting experience. Located in the southeast of Sri Lanka, …"
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"We came visit the Yala National Park tbh it was one of the highlights of our holiday in Sri Lanka. …"
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"Its beautifull place ."
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"Amazing experience! We saw the leopard eating a prey, elephants: most importantly a pregnant elephant! Which I have never seen …"
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"Very poor organization. The cost for three was around 35,000 rupees. $25 entrance fee, the rest taxes, according to the …"
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"The park is great. The animal trail is very bumpy, but that's an added attraction (be prepared for quite a …"
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"Great animal park. You'll see many wild animals there!"
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"Breathtaking safari experience in Yala National Park!"
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"You will definitely see all sorts of animals including elephants, monkeys, crocodiles, mangoose and if you're lucky, leopards"
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"The beautiful and large Yala National Park. I have visited it for the second time and it always amazes me …"
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"Yala National Park is an incredible place that left a huge impression on me! The breathtaking landscapes, wild nature, and …"
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"Yala National Park, particularly Block 1, is famously plastered across every Sri Lankan tourism brochure for its high density of …"
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"Everything was beautiful. We did the full day. I recommend it if you want to make the most of the …"
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"A piece of nature that has become too touristy. Before you're allowed in, you have to wait with 200+ cars …"
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"We had a great time at Yala national park.My kids were very happy and the safari driver was very friendly …"
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"Yala is more than just its wildlife; it’s a place brimming with natural beauty. Capturing its essence is a challenge, …"
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"Unbelievable!"
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"Great jeep safari, we've seen many animals, unfortunatelly except leopards."
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"It's very difficult to sit out. Interesting."
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"Yala national park is a nice place but it's worth going there for a few hours because there's not that …"
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"We had a very nice experience in Yala Park although we didn't manage to see the leopards. We did a …"
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"The most popular national park in Sri Lanka so most touristic, but we had nice trip . 3h inside the …"
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"Yala: Tips for Those Planning a Trip We wanted to leave an objective review of our safari in Yala. The …"
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"A great experience"
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"⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Incredible Safari Experience! Yala National Park is absolutely breathtaking — the perfect mix of adventure and …"
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"Breathtaking safari experience in Yala National Park!"
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"Nice experience and if you are lucky you will see lucas the tiger but worth the visit and the price"
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"It was raining in the morning, and we almost lost hope of seeing any wildlife, but after the elephants, we …"
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"We did a full day tour at Yala National Park and long story short, we wish we skipped it. …"
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"We had a blast in a Toyota Hilux, and even if you don't take into account the animals, driving this …"
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"Unfortunately did not have a good experience. Mainly because of the driver, who was driving like a maniac and took …"
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"I think it was good to see some wildlife and the driver was very friendly and knowledgeable about the animals; …"
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"It was extremely busy, which we were aware of beforehand. Even so, the traffic in the national park was unbelievable. …"
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"The nature is absolutely beautiful, but the park itself is quite small for the number of jeeps on safari tours. …"
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"Breathtaking safari experience in Yala National Park!"
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"Breathtaking safari experience in Yala National Park!"
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"The team organized everything seamlessly from Colombo airport pickup to hotel check-ins and private safaris. Clean luxury air-conditioned van and …"
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"The overall experience didn't feel anything unique or better. It still isn't a bad place for safari. …"
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"We went on an afternoon tour and then again the next morning. We saw significantly more animals in the evening …"
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"Yala National Park seems to have some organizational issues. Firstly, it's noticeable that many jeeps operate with only one or …"
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"Safari Steve was the wildest thing in the park!"
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"Magnificent flora and fauna, and if you're lucky like we were, you'll see the Leopard."
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"Yala National Park is Sri Lanka's most famous wildlife destination, primarily known for having one of the highest leopard densities …"
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"The scenery was really beautiful. I didn't see many elephants, but I was lucky enough to see a leopard."
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"A small warning or suggestion for those planning to go: Be sure to discuss the best time to visit the …"
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"Yala National Park is an outstanding wildlife destination and a must-visit for nature and wildlife enthusiasts. The park is rich …"
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"A fantastic place, with fantastic nature and animals. A must-see."
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"Impossible. Not a safari park at all – it's a Toyota Hilux Park. Too many cars, all getting in each …"
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"Review and tips —Yala is raw, untamed Sri Lanka — where leopards rule the morning mist, and elephants cross your …"
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"It was a very exciting and unforgettable journey 💐✨. Exploring this beautiful national park was truly a wonderful experience. If …"
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"Great national park , you get to see the animals in their natural habitat and at their natural pace. …"
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"A fantastic experience that I highly recommend. The tour guides are very dedicated to spotting as many animals as possible, …"
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"I took a four-hour safari tour that started at 6 a.m. I saw water buffalo, peacocks, various birds, deer, crocodiles, …"
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"A wonderful experience! Despite the rain, we were able to see all the animals we wanted. The guide was very …"
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"It was a lovely experience, but getting up at 2 a.m. to spend several hours there only to see so …"
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"Unfortunately, an elephant was the only thing we saw that you don't usually find on the streets of Sri Lanka. …"
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"Brilliant"
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"Had a wonderful experience. Definitely recommended."
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"We were super lucky with our trip. We had a very good guide who didn't rush around or just stand …"
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"One of the greatest wildlife sanctuaries in the globe.. compared to other countries few hundreds of square kilometers small in …"
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"Breathtaking safari experience in Yala National Park!"
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"Breathtaking safari experience in Yala National Park!"
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"There is a heavy element of luck in visiting Yala. Chances are you won't see a leopard, but you might …"
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"Breathtaking safari experience in Yala National Park!"
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"Driver was Sasa his the best, very knowledgeable and quick to point out any animals. Good safari saw basically 90% …"
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"The nature was absolutely stunning, and we were lucky to see elephants, crocodiles, buffaloes, deer, and many beautiful birds. The …"
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"We crossed the park without going on safari and saw 6 elephants along the way. It was incredible!"
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"We were lucky enough to see three leopards, super handsome"
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"We visited this park last year. We really enjoyed it because it was just the two of us in a …"
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"Yala was a magical experience, but I do feel more could be done to manage the number of vehicles entering …"
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"A truly unique adventure and my very first safari! Safaris are always about luck since animals live freely and often …"
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"Beautiful nature with many animals."
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"Yala National Park: Sri Lanka’s Wild Heartbeat Deep in Sri Lanka’s southeast lies Yala — a vast, untamed tropical wilderness …"
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"We set off at 5 AM. It only took about 30 minutes to get from the hotel to the zoo. …"
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"We visited the park on December 25, 2025. It was a complete waste of time and money. For older people, …"
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"Sleeping leopard and lots of wildlife close up"
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"Leopard, you need to visit Yala for Leopard at least once in your life."
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"Amazing park; with Dilan as our driver, we saw a huge variety of animals and a leopard twice. Furthermore, elephants, …"
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"Here's a short Google review for Yala National Park: An unforgettable wildlife experience! We saw Leopards, elephants, crocodiles, …"
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"Yala National Park is an amazing place to experience wildlife up close! We saw so many incredible animals, including two …"
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"Yala national park"
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"Absolutely rubbish experience Got here at 6am didn’t see any animals apart from deer peacocks monkeys and buffalo …"
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"Beautiful place with amazing surroundings. There's plenty of animals you can spot. We were lucky enough to see elephants, leopard …"
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"Breathtaking safari experience in Yala National Park!"
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"Amazing experience, very recommend!"
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"Breathtaking safari experience in Yala National Park!"
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"We could see many deers, wild boars, elephants and different birds species.There were no signs of leopards that day. If …"
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"I recently visited Yala National Park and it was truly one of the best wildlife experiences in Sri Lanka. The …"
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"Wow, what a beautiful park, and what beautiful animals we saw! 🙏even the leopard three times!🐆 Fantastic! At first, we …"
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"Yala National Park boasts a rich ecosystem, and I was lucky enough to see a cheetah during my visit. I …"
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"Seeing a leopard in the park is quite difficult. Our guide, who leads at least one tour a day, told …"
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"This was our first safari experience, and we loved it! We were very lucky with our driver; he found the …"
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"If you want to see leopards, you'll need a lot of patience. Otherwise, you'll see many animals, though much depends …"
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"Breathtaking safari experience in Yala National Park!"
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"The best way to visit the park is simply to drive through via Kataragama Road. It's free and you'll see …"
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"A beautiful place must be visited either in the morning or in the evening, there is no point in visiting …"
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"Breathtaking safari experience in Yala National Park!"
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"Breathtaking safari experience in Yala National Park!"
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"We saw a lot of animals, but unfortunately no leopards. It was a great experience to see the elephants so …"
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"Amazing place in sri lanka"
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"Beautiful park! The scenery is spectacular and you can admire lots of different bird species, elephants, lizards and, apparently, leopards …"
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"Very less animals but worth to do a safari here"
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"The best experience!! I hope to come back soon!!! Perfect tour, perfect guidance!"
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"Breathtaking safari experience in Yala National Park!"
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"I've been on several safaris, and to be honest, this one has been a bit disappointing. There are very few …"
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"Unfortunately, there weren't many animals and we didn't see a leopard! I think it's a bit expensive."
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"Yala was truely amazing, but we were little bit dissapointed cause driver went really fast and we didn’t wait too …"
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"A wonderful experience touring this park, rich in animals and lush flora, by jeep. A must-do if you're in Sri …"
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"Many times have so many spectacular memories"
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"Best place for the safari."
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"Best place for visit"
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"We had a fantastic safari today. Our driver managed to spot leopard twice, we even had a close encounter with …"
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"Yala National Park is an incredible wildlife experience. Beautiful landscapes, plenty of elephants, and the excitement of being in one …"
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"Breathtaking safari experience in Yala National Park!"
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"Breathtaking safari experience in Yala National Park!"
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"I was disappointed with my visit to Yala National Park. There were very few animals to see, and spotting a …"
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"Unsure how I feel about this park. I’ve never seen so many cars go on safari at the same time. …"
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"A time spent among the wild which I will never forget. For me spending in the wild does not comes …"
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"We booked in get ypur guide at prices 4k inr per person. Food was provided, home cooked by our driver. …"
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"Divine place. We saw many animals and the elusive leopard passed by very quickly."
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"Yala National Park was an absolutely unforgettable experience, made even better because everything was perfectly arranged for us by Nehansa …"
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"Amazing"
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"My experience at Yala National Park was pure adrenaline. As dawn broke, our open-top jeep rumbled along the dusty, rutted …"
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"Had a wonderful time at Yala National Park. Would recommend a half day tour starting early morning as it gets …"
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"Yala National Park, located in southeastern Sri Lanka, is the country’s most famous wildlife sanctuary and a premier destination for …"
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"It's a park where you don't see large animals, but it's a nice experience."
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"It was worth the trip, it was absolutely wonderful!!!"
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"Breathtaking safari experience in Yala National Park!"
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"Really nice safari. Not as good as south Africa but really enjoyable. Opens at 6:30 so be prepared to wait …"
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"It was the first safari in my life and I enjoyed it a lot. It wasn't crowded (mid-June afternoon), the …"
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"There were many animals, as well as many cars watching them. Our driver reacted quickly when we saw a rare …"
Google Maps Verified Reviewer • {{ item.date }}"As a professional wildlife photographer, finding a tracker who understands vehicle positioning for lighting and low angles is rare. Yala …"
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"Its nice and lots of wild animals Great tour."
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"A four hour mini Safari in Yala Block 1.. Very fortunate to see so much wildlife including Elephants and Leopards."
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"We went on safari in the morning. It's a bit expensive for Sri Lanka, but since you're there, you have …"
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"No 1 for leapords, highly recommended"
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"Gates do not allow entry until 6:15 AM so there is no point scheduling ridiculous times to wake-up or for …"
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"Interesting experience"
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"The national park itself is very large, biodiverse, and beautiful! However, the safari there was more stressful than anything else …"
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"This park is definitely worth a visit. There are all kinds of birds, as well as elephants, leopards, crocodiles, deer, …"
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"Although you cannot control wild animals in their natural habitat, we were lucky to see baby elephants and elephants crossing …"
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"Such a nice trip"
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"Exceptional photographic guidance! The naturalist guide helped us identify bird species including hornbills, eagles, and kingfishers while tracking leopards. High …"
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"A bit disappointing. Expectations were high, but there were very few animals. We barely even saw any elephants. Leopards, of …"
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"Breathtaking safari experience in Yala National Park!"
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"A wonderful experience for anyone with an affinity for nature and animals. Observing them in their natural habitat was unlike …"
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"Dense vegetation, impressive national park, with several species of animals. We saw most if not all of them, except leopards."
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"We didn't enjoy the safari in Yala! There were more cars than animals. The car shook violently, and everyone inhaled …"
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"Breathtaking safari experience in Yala National Park!"
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"many many elephants"
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"Breathtaking safari experience in Yala National Park!"
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"Most famous park of the country for a reason. Plenty of animals, beautiful scenery, spotless clean. Bit overcrowded, and they …"
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"It was very nice. There were quite a few safari jeeps on the road. …"
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"It was a great full day safary. We saw 5 leopards, few elephants, water buffalos, lots of diferent birds, lizards, …"
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"We had a great early morning safari here at Yala, the vehicles were comfortable and easy to see from. Lucky …"
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"We enjoyed our safari very much. We saw so many animals. Unfortunately it rained so we miss out seeing any …"
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"Yala National Park is truly one of the most breathtaking wildlife destinations in Sri Lanka and a place that leaves …"
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"Breathtaking safari experience in Yala National Park!"
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"Good sightings with excellent variety of birds and mammals. Some really great sightings. Only issue is amount of jeeps that …"
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"I went on a safari, but there wasn't as much to see as I expected. You see more on the …"
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"We saw more interesting animals on the access road to the park than in the park itself. We saw three …"
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"Breathtaking safari experience in Yala National Park!"
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"Midday safari arrives."
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"Breathtaking safari experience in Yala National Park!"
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"Yala is most famous national park in Sri Lanka to see different types of wildlife experiences"
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"Yala was absolutely awesome! I saw all kinds of animals and really enjoyed the experience. I did both a morning …"
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"The national park itself is very beautiful. So many different animals such as elephants, sloth bears, water buffalos or Sri …"
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"Not bad. 3 AUGUST 2026"
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"Safaris are always a matter of chance, since the animals roam freely and often stay hidden from vehicles. This time, …"
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"Best safari experience in sri lanka"
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"Breathtaking safari experience in Yala National Park!"
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"Saw 2 leopards, elephants, crocodiles, eagles, etc our guide was very knowledgeable and the children absolutely loved it!"
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"The park is huge, quite luscious despite the dry season, the scenery is beautiful and there are indeed many animals …"
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"Breathtaking safari experience in Yala National Park!"
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"Was a refreshing cafe in side yala national park totally waist 850/= watermelon juice totally seeds only available with water …"
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"Breathtaking safari experience in Yala National Park!"
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"Is possible go with him ..he tries really hard to find animals and make safari worthwhile"
Google Maps Verified Reviewer • {{ item.date }}"Pure wilderness magic! Sleeping in luxury tented suites with en-suite bathrooms in the Yala buffer zone, followed by alfresco candlelit …"
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"At times, it can feel a little unsettling because it feels a bit like a leopard "hunt." However, after a …"
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"🐾 Memorable Safari Experiences unforgettable nature of the safari itself, especially when guided by knowledgeable drivers who help spot elusive …"
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"Worth every penny to go see. So much wildlife and birds to see. Better you book a tour guide in …"
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"What a great trip! Better than any zoo!"
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"There are too many jeeps. If somebody is spotting a leopard, every jeep is going there. It‘s really a road …"
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"We saw many animals like leopard, elephant, fox, Jackal, deer, wild buffalo and then many birds too! The experience of …"
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"One of the best safari in Sri Lanka very valuable experience"
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"I did not have a good experience at Yala. I was super excited to go here, specifically for the leopard, …"
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"Great, we saw two leopards up close. In addition, the scenery in the forest was magnificent. We were also fascinated …"
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"What an awesome and exciting experience to visit this protected reserve in Tassia Sri Lanka. Our guide Kuruppu knew exactly …"
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"It's very expensive and not worth it—it's easier to buy tickets to the zoo and go see it. There are …"
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"Breathtaking safari experience in Yala National Park!"
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"Unfortunately, we didn't see a leopard."
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"Breathtaking safari experience in Yala National Park!"
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"Yala National Park and “Reserved Restaurant?” Efficiency at the Gate: …"
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"We preferred Udawalawe National Park because there are simply too many jeeps in Yala. A leopard was spotted. We stood …"
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"Amazing experience we saw elephants, buffalo, crocodiles, deer, monkey, mongoose and birds. The leopard was seen by some people but …"
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"Breathtaking safari experience in Yala National Park!"
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"Greatvplace for kids to enjoy the nature"
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"Unforgettable Wildlife Experience at Yala! Yala National Park exceeded all expectations! We had an incredible safari with some truly special …"
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"Disappointing Experience – Inconsistent Policy for Locals with Foreign Spouses I had one of the worst experiences here at Yala. …"
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"Beautiful views and beautiful animals seen"
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"Breathtaking safari experience in Yala National Park!"
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"I had an incredible time on our Yala National Park safari. The experience was both thrilling and peaceful, as we …"
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"There were few animals nearby: monkeys, an elephant, birds, and buffalo. From a distance: a crocodile and a leopard. Overall, …"
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"Wildlife at its best. Lots of wild animals and it was such pleasure to travel with our guide thanura_yala."
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"The car-to-animal ratio is excessive. Anyone who has visited African parks may be intimidated by the situation (e.g., 10 cars …"
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"This park is visually appealing, but manage your expectations regarding wildlife sightings. We saw only one elephant, and the park's …"
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"Cheetahs were nowhere to be seen; peacocks and buffalo were the most common. Elephants only came out in the afternoon."
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"Animal heritage"
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"A fantastic national park! I find it ridiculous to leave negative comments here just because you didn't see …"
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"We took the afternoon tour - we got to see plenty of peacocks, a few elephants, deer, monkeys and an …"
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"At first, the experience feels promising – especially watching the sunrise in the park, which is truly beautiful. Unfortunately, it …"
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"Glamping in the Yala wilderness with Yala Leopard Tracks was the highlight of our 2-week Sri Lanka trip! Sleeping to …"
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"Amazing park! Full of birds, reptiles, large animals. We saw elephants, a leopard, a buffalo, deer, peacocks, lizards, mongooses, and …"
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"It was good, but so many tourists and some are so ruse and don't share"
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"Great park with great biodiversity!"
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"Great place for wild life …leopards / bears/ elephants and birds .."
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"Yala National Park is the most visited and second-largest national park in Sri Lanka, located in the southeastern region of …"
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"Elephants and leopards are practically besieged. Hunting leopards is the top priority, and then you end up stuck in traffic …"
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"I visited Yala National Park on the 14th of April , and it turned out to be one of the …"
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"Beautiful national park, but unfortunately very crowded. When we were there, there were simply far too many jeeps, making a …"
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"We went in the morning, not so many animals were seen, at some point a leopard was spotted in a …"
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"Saw almost everything except the leopard. Weather was good. Advice try to do one morning n one afternoon, cos that …"
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"Beautiful experience, many animals including buffalo, elephants, crocodiles, mongooses, peacocks, deer and birds of all kinds"
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"Visited Yala National park and I must say that the adventure experience from the start in the early morning with …"
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"It was my first experience in a safari and was absolutely stunning! Have seen many animals living in their own …"
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"Yala National Park is the most visited and second largest national park in Sri Lanka, bordering the Indian Ocean. …"
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"If you want a better chance of seeing animals, this is the place to go. The guides are always in …"
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"Yala National Park was an unforgettable experience! The park's stunning landscapes and diverse wildlife made for an exciting safari adventure. …"
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"Amazing!! We saw elephants, monitor lizards, water buffalo, mongooses, and many different …"
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"Visited Yala National Park with a lot of excitement, especially hearing so much about its famous leopard sightings—but the experience …"
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"Breathtaking safari experience in Yala National Park!"
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"Very nice tour!"
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"It doesn't have many animals :("
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"Visiting Yala National Park was one of the most unforgettable experiences of my trip to Sri Lanka. I spent one …"
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"Unforgettable safari experience. Yes, there are a lot of jeeps in Yala, and it can feel busy at times. But …"
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"Our guide Hasin was amazing! He really knew what he was doing. The whole day was really lovely, I had …"
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"Incredible park, seeing nature how it should be fully natural. Only slide downside is it can get busy with jeep …"
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"Honestly, I felt the Yala safari in Block 1 was not really worth the time and money for me. During …"
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"Yala National Park is an incredible wildlife experience. Beautiful landscapes, plenty of elephants, and the excitement of being in one …"
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"Good place"
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"Overpriced and over crowded. The safari cost us $25 per person then add 13,000LKR entry fee. We got a jeep …"
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"Breathtaking safari experience in Yala National Park!"
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"I really don't understand why it is so famous. I think whoever enjoys this park has never been on a …"
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"We saw a wide variety of animals. Unfortunately, we didn’t manage to spot any leopards, but the safari itself is …"
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"I went on the jungle safari when I was 25 years old with my parents. We all had an amazing …"
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"Breathtaking safari experience in Yala National Park!"
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"I visited Yala National Park in March 2025. We saw many birds (bee-eaters, kingfishers, peacocks, eagles, etc.). Unfortunately, the leopards …"
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"I went on the jungle safari when I was 25 years old with my parents. We all had an amazing …"
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"Good place"
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"It's wonderful to see the only free-roaming elephants in all of Asia, along with a multitude of other wild animals. …"
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"We had an afternoon tour and enjoyed it very much; beautiful scenery, lots of animals and birds, the elephants were …"
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"A wonderful and unforgettable experience! Our visit to Yala National Park was one of the highlights of our trip. The …"
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"Definitely worth a visit. A very beautiful national park. We were lucky enough to see a leopard, an elephant, and …"
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"A beautiful park; we were lucky enough to see a leopard, after the elephants and peacocks."
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"Spent 6 hours trying to see animals I got to see few I will share pics, but regardless that the …"
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"The best experience I have ever lived in my life! I went there with my friends and for us it …"
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"Nice experience without the wild animals We saw one elephant 🐘 only no leopard …"
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"Yala National Park – A Thrilling Wildlife Experience Visiting Yala National Park was an unforgettable adventure. The park is home …"
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"It is a fairly large National Park. The roads for off-road vehicles are wide but not without pitfalls. We were …"
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"The experience was amazing, seeing the animals so close and observing them in their natural habitat was out of this …"
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"Sensational experience in Yala! We started our game drive at 5:30 AM with Yala Leopard Tracks. Our naturalist Kapila tracked …"
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"AVOID THIS! I would definitely not do it again. It’s not a safari but a jeep tour. We didn’t see …"
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"Instead of a safari, it was more like a bounty hunt... which jeep driver would find the leopard first? I …"
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"Amazing place to go to a safari."
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"Great place to see so much wildlife. Extremely busy at sunrise with safari jeeps queuing to get in at 6am …"
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"Good to try for a first time experience. The ride was rough and took a bit longer than expected. We …"
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"Breathtaking safari experience in Yala National Park!"
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"An extraordinary national park. Stunning scenery and, with a little patience, an outstanding experience. I've now visited Yala National Park …"
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"Extremely knowledgeable naturalist guide and safe luxury 4x4 Land Cruiser. We spotted leopards drinking at a rocky waterhole and hundreds …"
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"Such a tourist trap.. driving on the main road in this park full of other 4*4, full of dust and …"
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"Overcrowded. I know safaris depends on how lucky you are on seen animals, but it doesn’t help to have a …"
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"You have to go here, if you visit sri lanka :) One of the best places"
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"Disappointed by this park, which has a good reputation. We set off at 4:30 am in the 4x4. We stopped …"
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"Amazing day out. Well worth it. We paid 52000 for all day for me and my friend to have our …"
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"Amazing safari experience. Highly recommended to take a full day tour to enjoy watching animals in both morning and afternoon👌 …"
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"Incredible panorama, not comparable in terms of animals to an African safari, but as an area it is beautiful"
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"Take a 3-4 hour 4x4 tour in a 5-seater vehicle plus driver and guide. We arrived around 6 am, which …"
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"Yala National Park desperately needs urgent reform. What is happening inside its boundaries is not compatible with conservation, animal welfare, …"
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