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We compared all 88 experiences in Yala National Park so you can choose in minutes: real prices, verified reviews and our editorial picks.

4.9 88 experiences from US$ 4 ✓Free cancellation on most experiences

Must-do experiences

Full-day Yala safari from 4:30 am: Leopard sightings with guide
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Full-day Yala safari from 4:30 am: Leopard sightings with guideFull-day safari in Yala National Park starting at 4:30 am with English-speaking guide, hotel pickup, breakfast and lunch included. Leopards are the focus.Every day · 04:00, 04:30 and 05:00 · Hotel pickup · From age 5★ 4.86 (674)12hEN✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 57per person
Leopard Safari Tour in Yala National Park: Early Entry Jeep
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Leopard Safari Tour in Yala National Park: Early Entry JeepLeopard safari in Yala National Park with hotel pickup from Tissa, Kataragama or Yala area, English-speaking guide and open-roof jeep.Every day · 05:00, 05:30 and 14:30 · Pickup optional · All ages★ 4.49 (286)4h–14hEN✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 18per person
Yala: Leopard Safari Game Drive & Local Guide Pickup
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Yala: Leopard Safari Game Drive & Local Guide PickupWake up early for a real Yala safari, spot leopards and elephants, share lunch under the trees, and ride with a local guide. Includes hotel pickup and meals.Every day · 05:00 and 14:00 · Pickup optional · All ages★ 4.45 (405)4h–14hEN✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 18per person

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Yala National Park Safari: Leopards and Elephants
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Yala National Park Safari: Leopards and Elephants★ 4.89 (264)1dENfromUS$ 42per person
Yala: Early Morning Leopard Safari & Wildlife Jeep Tour
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Yala: Early Morning Leopard Safari & Wildlife Jeep Tour★ 4.89 (236)7hENfromUS$ 28per person
Yala: Leopard Safari by Jeep & Lunch with Local Guide
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Yala: Leopard Safari by Jeep & Lunch with Local Guide★ 4.86 (156)7h–12hENfromUS$ 25per person
Yala: Leopard Safari Morning Tour & Breakfast Pickup
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Yala: Leopard Safari Morning Tour & Breakfast Pickup★ 4.97 (125)7h–9hENfromUS$ 4per person
Sri Lanka Leopard Photography Safari Yala: Spot Cats
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Sri Lanka Leopard Photography Safari Yala: Spot Cats★ 4.94 (123)7h–13hENfromUS$ 22per person
Yala National Park Safari: Leopard & Wildlife Jeep Tours
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Yala National Park Safari: Leopard & Wildlife Jeep Tours★ 4.94 (101)7hENfromUS$ 17.31per person
Yala: Leopard Safari 4WD Tour with Pickup & Meals
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Yala: Leopard Safari 4WD Tour with Pickup & Meals★ 4.95 (101)7h–12hENfromUS$ 18per person

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Yala National Park Early Morning Leopard Safari
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Yala National Park Early Morning Leopard SafariSpot leopards, elephants and over 200 bird species on a 4x4 safari through Yala National Park with an experienced guide who provides meals throughout the day.Every day · 04:00, 04:30 and 05:00 · Hotel pickup · From age 5★ 5.00 (32)7h–16hEN · DE · IT · FR +1✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 4per person
Yala National Park Private Jeep Safari: Sri Lankan Leopard
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Yala National Park Private Jeep Safari: Sri Lankan LeopardPrivate 4WD safari jeep through Yala National Park with experienced driver-guide, hotel pickup included.Every day · First departure 04:30, last 13:30 · Pickup optional · All ages★ 5.00 (21)11hEN✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 7per person
Yala: Leopard Safari & Wildlife Day Trip with Pickup
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Yala: Leopard Safari & Wildlife Day Trip with PickupHear wild elephants at dawn, spot leopards with a local tracker, and ride through Yala’s rugged landscapes: includes pickup and drop-off near the park.Thu–Sat · First departure 04:30, last 14:30 · Hotel pickup · From age 6★ 4.92 (73)1dEN✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 10per person
Yala National Park Full-Day Safari: Leopard Spotting Tour
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Yala National Park Full-Day Safari: Leopard Spotting TourFull-day safari at Yala National Park with a licensed wildlife guide in a 4x4 jeep, starting before dawn to track leopards.Every day · 04:30, 04:40 and 05:30 · Hotel pickup★ 4.92 (12)13hEN✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 11.25per person
Yala National Park Half-Day Leopard & Elephant Safari
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Yala National Park Half-Day Leopard & Elephant SafariShared safari jeep through Yala's wildlife zones with expert local guide, vegetarian breakfast at a scenic spot, and early entry before crowds.Every day · 05:00 · Pickup optional★ 4.94 (16)7hEN✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 18per person
Leopard Safari Yala National Park: Early morning game drive
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Leopard Safari Yala National Park: Early morning game driveTrack leopards, sloth bears and elephants on a 4, 7, or full-day safari in Yala National Park with an experienced driver and hotel pickup before dawn.Every day · 04:30, 05:00 and 14:00 · Pickup optional · All ages★ 4.94 (98)3h–12h✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 20per person
Yala National Park Safari Tour: Leopards & Elephants at Dawn
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Yala National Park Safari Tour: Leopards & Elephants at DawnSpot leopards, elephants and crocodiles on a guided 4x4 safari through Yala National Park, starting before dawn when wildlife is most active.Every day · 05:00 · Hotel pickup★ 4.88 (17)7h–12h✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 20per person
Yala Safari: Leopards, Elephants & Bears Shared Jeep
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Yala Safari: Leopards, Elephants & Bears Shared JeepYala National Park shared jeep safari with leopard spotting, breakfast and local guide. Choose 6 or 12-hour options. Small groups, wildlife photography.Every day · 04:30 and 05:00 · Hotel pickup · All ages★ 5.00 (27)6h–12hEN✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 20per person
Yala National Park Safari: Spot Leopards & Elephants
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Yala National Park Safari: Spot Leopards & ElephantsSafari tour in Yala National Park with experienced guide, customized jeep and hotel pickup from Tissamaharama.Every day · First departure 04:30, last 13:00 · Pickup optional · From age 5★ 4.93 (85)12hEN✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 23per person
Yala leopard safari from Tissamaharama: Small-group jeep tour
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Yala leopard safari from Tissamaharama: Small-group jeep tourSmall-group leopard safari in Yala National Park with expert local guide, hotel pickup, and six hours of wildlife spotting from a comfortable jeep.Every day · 04:30 · Hotel pickup · From age 5★ 4.60 (10)6hEN✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 25per person
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Yala National Park at a glance ✓ 2026-10-29

  • Most booked: Full-day Yala safari from 4:30 am: Leopard sightings with guide, US$ 57 (12h, 4.86★ · 674).
  • Top rated: Leopard Safari Tour in Yala National Park: Early Entry Jeep, US$ 18 (4h–14h, 4.49★ · 286).
  • Best value: Yala: Leopard Safari Game Drive & Local Guide Pickup, US$ 18 (4h–14h, 4.45★ · 405).

Of the 88 experiences: 88 with free cancellation, 88 with instant confirmation, 88 with hotel pickup and 60 bookable last-minute.

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