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Duration: 12 Hours inside the Park (6:00 AM – 6:00 PM)
Pick-up Time: 5:00 AM – 5:30 AM
Pacing: 100% Guest-Paced & Deeply Immersive
Entrance Gate: Galge Entrance
Price: Starting from $91
Immerse yourself completely in Yala’s northern sanctuary with our comprehensive 12-hour full-day expedition across Block 5 and Block 6. Entering through the quiet Galge Entrance, this full-day journey allows you to experience the park through its full daily cycle—from the crisp morning light when animal movement begins, through the warm midday hours along the riverbanks, to the peaceful golden hour before dusk.
With our strict Single-Session Exclusivity, your safari is completely private—we accept strictly one booking total across our entire business per day for this drive. Guided by your expert naturalist, you will explore dense dry-zone teak and riverine forests, ancient granite rock outcrops, and tranquil stretches along the Manik River. Around midday, we take an unhurried break inside the wilderness to enjoy an authentic, locally prepared Sri Lankan lunch by the banks of the Manik River.
Included and Excluded
- Exclusive private jeep (100% private drive)
- Expert naturalist guide
- Slow-paced, off-the-beaten-track routes(from Secondary Entrace of block1)
- Chilled bottled water, Picknic Breakfast,soft drinks, and Snacks
- 2 pairs of professional binoculars
- Custom Yala Field Decks
- National Park Entry & Service Fees
- Guide & Driver Gratuities
- Travel Insurance
- Personal Purchases
Highlights of the Tour
- Prime Elephant & Riverine Wildlife Tracks: Block 5 and 6 are famous for wild Asian elephant herds, bird life along river corridors, and quiet, uncrowded tracks.
- Onboard Refreshments: Includes breakfast, authentic local lunch, chilled bottled water, soft drinks, and evening light snacks.
- Complimentary Local Transfers: Free pick-up and drop-off in the Kataragama and Galge areas (transfers from Tissamaharama or Yala Main Gate available at a reasonable add-on rate).
Frequently Asked & Question
We accept strictly one booking total per session across our entire business. Our naturalist guide, jeep, and entire focus belong 100% exclusively to your private party. You never share seats.
Katagamuwa is Yala’s quieter secondary gate. Entering here lets us bypass the heavy morning queues at the main gate and access tranquil, uncrowded tracks immediately.
Wildlife in Yala is entirely wild and free-roaming, so we strictly never guarantee specific animal sightings. Instead of making false promises or chasing radio calls in crowded jeep convoys, our slow safari approach uses expert tracking—reading fresh pugmarks, watching forest signs, and listening for alarm calls. This patient method maximizes your chances of natural encounters while ensuring a peaceful, authentic wilderness experience regardless of what nature reveals.
No. Our prices cover your private jeep charter, expert naturalist guide, field gear, breakfast, drinks, and local hotel pick-up. Official park entrance tickets and service fees are paid separately at the gate.
Free pick-up and drop-off are included for hotels in the Galge and Kataragama areas (pick-up between 5:00 AM – 5:30 AM). Transfers from Tissamaharama or Yala Main Gate can be arranged for a small add-on fee.
Yes! Since your drive is 100% private, we adapt the pace entirely for your family and offer interactive "Junior Ranger" spotting challenges for kids.
Because we accept strictly one private booking per drive, slots fill up fast. Booking early secures the entire morning or afternoon session for your date.
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