About Yala National Park, Sri Lanka


Yala National Park.
Yala National Park or Ruhuna National Park is the most visited and second largest national park in Sri Lanka. It is situated in the southeast region of the country, and lies in Southern Province and Uva Province. The park covers 979 square kilometres (378 sq mi) and is located about 24km northeast of Tissamaharama and  300 km (190 mi) from Colombo.
It had originally had been designated as a wildlife sanctuary in 1900, and, along with Wilpattu it was one of the first two national parks in Sri Lanka, having been designated in 1938. The park is best known for its variety of its wild animals. It is important for the conservation of Sri Lankan Elephants and aquatic birds.
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The park is administered by the Department of Wildlife Conservation (DWC) under the Fauna and Flora Protection Ordinance which provides the legal basis for establishing and managing several kinds of protected areas including National Parks.
Hide Buying a ticket & getting an official tracker

Park office is located about 500m before the park entrance where all (local and foreign) visitors must purchase an entry ticket and obtain an official tracker or game guide. The Office usually opens at 5:00 a.m. and closes at 6:00 p.m. While you are in the park office, you could also walk around the various displays in the visitor centre for more information on the park's habitats and wildlife.
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Wear light, cotton clothes such as T.shirts, shorts/ trousers which will help you be comfortable whilst travelling in the Park. It is best to wear dark coloured clothing that blends with the environment. Colours in shades of dark green, beige, brown and grey are good options. Bringing along a hat is also recommended.
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A pair of binoculars is definitely recommended for getting close-up views of animals. A good supply of water is essential, and a stash of food (e.g. biscuits, fruits, sandwiches) will also come in handy especially during the morning round.
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Then bring your longest lens! That said, the Park and its surrounds affords many landscape opportunities and so a combination of lenses will be useful. A bean bag or tripod/monopod will also be handy for long lenses, although room for a tripod inside the vehicles may be limited, and will depend on how many people are present. Given the dusty conditions, also bring an extra pillow case or the like to cover your equipment when not in use.
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Litter, shout, take anything from the park, or disturb the animals in any way.
Hide Half a day Safari at Yala National Park

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Hide Full day Safari at Yala National Park

We Recommend Full day Safari Since There is a very high possibility (98%) to watching Leopards.

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Hide Yala Block II Safari

Block II of Yala is the zone between Manik Ganga and Kumbukkan Oya.It is a totally different story from Block I, that is an unique & amazing experience of camping & adventuring activities.Going to Yala Nature Reserve(Block II), not merely for the animals but for the serenity one gets to experience.

Block II should be visited with the help of two 4X4 jeeps,because the authorities won't allow entering only one jeep into it. After booking tour the basc things for the tour, Trackers and other thing will be arranged.

US$ 300 + Tickets fee will be charged for a Yala Block II Safari.

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