Private Tour from Hiriketiya to Ella with Yala Safari

4.3 (7 reviews) Galle, Sri Lanka
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Duration8h
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Start your adventure with a midday pickup from Hiriketiya at 12:00 PM and journey inland toward Yala National Park. Travel through the lush southern countryside, passing rustic villages, paddy fields, and local life that showcase Sri Lanka’s rural charm. Arriving around 2:30 PM, begin a thrilling four-hour safari led by an experienced driver. Explore Yala’s diverse terrain, from open scrublands to dense forest patches and coastal lagoons, while spotting incredible wildlife such as leopards, elephants, crocodiles, sloth bears, and a variety of colorful bird species. After the safari, continue your scenic drive toward Ella, ascending gradually into the cooler highlands. Along the way, enjoy breathtaking views of hills, misty landscapes, and endless tea plantations. Arrive in Ella around 7:00 PM, completing a full-day journey that blends beach, wildlife, and mountain experiences into one unforgettable adventure.

Options

Transport With Tickets

Transport + Jeep + Tickets: This option includes an entrance tickets to Yala National Park.
Pickup included

Transport Without Tickets

Transport + Jeep: This option excludes an entrance tickets to Yala National Park.
Pickup included

What's included

  • Transport throughout the tour in an air-conditioned vehicle
  • All taxes & service charges
  • Service of an English-speaking chauffeur Driver
  • Hotel pickup from Hiriketiya & drop-off at Ella
  • 1 Liter of bottled mineral water per person
  • Food and Drinks
  • Expenses of Personal Nature
  • Gratuities (Optional)

What to expect

  1. Yala National Park
    3h
    Yala National Park is the most famous wildlife reserve in Sri Lanka, located in the southeast region of the country. It is best known for having one of the highest densities of leopards in the world, along with elephants, sloth bears, crocodiles, and a wide variety of birds. The park features diverse landscapes, including forests, grasslands, lagoons, and coastal areas, making it a rich habitat for many species and a popular destination for safaris.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

After booking with us, we will contact you and pick you up from your hotel in the Hiriketiya area.

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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