Yala Safari Private Tours - Shore Excursion from Hambantota Port
- 5–7 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Private tour
Highlights
Turn your stop at Hambantota Port into a memorable wildlife adventure with a carefully timed safari to Yala National Park, one of Asia’s best places to spot leopards in their natural habitat. Meet your professional driver/guide at the port entrance and travel in a comfortable safari customized jeep which is dedicated for your family or private group at the park. This shore excursion is planned around cruise schedules, with flexible departure times and a guaranteed return to the port well before your ship sails. Explore Yala’s diverse landscapes of dry forest, lagoons, and open plains, home to leopards, elephants, sloth bears, crocodiles, deer, monkeys, peacocks, and rich birdlife. Your experienced local guide uses deep knowledge of animal behavior and park conditions to maximize sightings while following park rules. This safari offers cruise guests a safe, stress-free, and unforgettable way to experience Sri Lanka’s wild side
Inclusions
What's included
- Safari Jeep and Driver (Max 6 persons/ Price for All)
- Bottled water
What's not
- Yala National Park Entrance Ticket
Itinerary
During safari, visitors may spot leopards, Asian elephants, sloth bears, crocodiles, water buffalo, deer, wild boar, and a wide variety of birds. Yala offers a unique mix of open grasslands, dense jungle, lakes, and coastal scenery and also provides an unforgettable opportunity to experience Sri Lanka’s wild beauty up close, guided by experienced local trackers.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Know before you go
- Pickup
- Pickup is included for everyone.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operated by
- Yala LK Tours
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
How it compares in Hambantota
- Its from-price is 50% below the median of the 213 experiences we list in Hambantota.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- By number of reviews it ranks 88 of 213.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Hambantota
Hambantota is a town on the dry south-east coast of Sri Lanka, with salt pans, lagoons and national parks close by, including Yala.
Hambantota lies on the dry southern coast of Sri Lanka, among scrub, salt pans and shallow lagoons. The town grew around fishing and salt-making, and the region remains one of the island's main salt-producing areas. Inland, the towns of Tissamaharama and Kataragama are the local centres, with ancient lakes and shrines.
