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Yala is most known for the second largest national park in Sri Lanka. Yala National Park is a lush forest of greenery and wildlife interspersed with ruins from ancient civilizations to give you a truly unique experience of human history and nature, to create a one of a kind experience. Embark on a scenic safari to spot the wildlife endemic in the area and discover the ruins of ancient civilizations. The wild side of Sri Lanka awaits. Yala is home to a variety of native critters, as well as endemic ones. Up to 215 species of bird, 44 types of mammals, 47 species of reptiles, 21 species of fish, and 18 of amphibians can be found here. Of course, these include elephants, leopards, jackals, sloth bears, and crocodiles.
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Duration: 11 to 13 hours
Starts: Colombo, Sri Lanka
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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Yala is most known for the second largest national park in Sri Lanka. Yala National Park is a lush forest of greenery and wildlife interspersed with ruins from ancient civilizations to give you a truly unique experience of human history and nature, to create a one of a kind experience. Embark on a scenic safari to spot the wildlife endemic in the area and discover the ruins of ancient civilizations. The wild side of Sri Lanka awaits. Yala is home to a variety of native critters, as well as endemic ones. Up to 215 species of bird, 44 types of mammals, 47 species of reptiles, 21 species of fish, and 18 of amphibians can be found here. Of course, these include elephants, leopards, jackals, sloth bears, and crocodiles.
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Stop At: Yala National Park Sri Lanka
Yala National Park is a major tourist attraction in Sri Lanka, and covers an area of 978.8 km², making it the second largest national park in the country. It is located in the southern coast of Sri Lanka, spread over both Uva and Southern Province. Yala is divided into five blocks with two blocks open to the public. Over 40 mammals and about 215 bird species could be found in Yala, but the most popular residents are the Sri Lankan elephant and endemic leopard species. Yala is also home to jackals, sloth bears, peacocks and crocodiles. The recommended season for wildlife spotting is between February and July as the park’s water levels will be low, luring animals to more open areas of the park. Interestingly, the remnants of tanks built by kings of the ancient world provide water to the wildlife in the semi-arid Yala area, particularly during the dry season.
Duration: 4 hours
