Services
Yala National Park Safaris
Yala National Park — Block 1
Yala National Park Block 1 is one of Sri Lanka’s most famous safari areas, best known for its leopard sightings.
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The park also hosts elephants, sloth bears, crocodiles, and a wide range of birds and other wildlife. Its varied landscapes make every safari a chance for exciting encounters.
Yala National Park — Block 4 & 5
Block 4 & 5 offers a quieter, less-visited safari experience in Yala.
Safari Options
What's Included
Half-Day & Full-Day Safaris
- Safari jeep
- Experienced driver
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Park entrance fees
- Naturalist service
- One pair of binoculars per jeep
Full-Day Safaris Also Include:
- Refreshments
- Lunch
Naturalist-Only Service
If you already have a jeep arranged, you can book a naturalist to enhance your safari.
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Gayan will help you go beyond animal spotting, focusing on behaviour, tracks, calls, and subtle wildlife interactions.
Included: Naturalist fee only
Price: On quotation​
Jeep, driver, entrance fees, transfers, food, and drinks are not included.
Guided Nature Walk
Morning or afternoon (approximately 2–3 hours)
Explore the varied landscapes around Yala National Park on a relaxed guided nature walk. Walk through scrub forest, sand dunes, and stunning wild coastlines while looking for animal tracks and spoor, and observing birds, reptiles, and other wildlife along the way.
This is a relaxed, self-paced experience suitable for families with children.
Sithulpawwa Temple Walk
Sithulpawwa Rajamaha Viharaya is a historic Buddhist monastery, believed to have been established over 2,200 years ago, hidden within Yala National Park.
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Climb the ancient steps to the temple and higher viewpoints, where you can enjoy spectacular 360-degree views across the surrounding landscapes of Yala. The journey to and from the temple can also offer opportunities to spot wildlife, including leopards, sloth bears and elephants.
Tour Options
Bundala National Park
Located east of Yala, Bundala National Park is a Ramsar Wetland of International Importance and a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. It is renowned for its lagoons, marshes and coastal habitats, supporting nearly 200 species of birds, including many migratory species.
Safari Options
Udawalawe National Park + Elephant Transit Home
Begin your visit at the Udawalawe Elephant Transit Home, a rehabilitation centre dedicated to rescuing, caring for, and eventually releasing orphaned elephant calves back into the wild. Experience the moving sight of the scheduled feeding sessions, where these young elephants are cared for in a safe and ethical environment. Please note that we strongly promote responsible tourism; this is a strictly no-contact facility (no touching, feeding, or riding is permitted).
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Continue with a safari through Udawalawe National Park, where sightings of wild elephants are highly likely throughout the year.
Safari Details
Located approximately 1.5 hours from Yala, Udawalawe National Park is one of Sri Lanka’s premier destinations for observing wild elephants in their natural habitat.
Approximately 4–6 hours
Price: Available on quotation
Kumana National Park – Yala East
Just one hour from Arugam Bay, home to some of the best surfing spots in Sri Lanka, Kumana National Park offers a quieter, less-explored wildlife experience. Known for its leopard population and rich birdlife.
Safari Options
What's Included
Half-Day & Full-Day Safaris
- Safari jeep
- Experienced driver
- Naturalist
- National park entrance fee
- One pair of binoculars per jeep
- Lunch included on full-day safari
- Transport for the naturalist to Kumana
Personalised Tours
Land of the Leopards
A 7–14 day personalised wildlife journey, tailored around your interests and the wildlife experiences you want to have.
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Travel across Sri Lanka and explore four of the country’s key leopard destinations or choose your own combination of any of our services offered.Experience leopards and other diverse wildlife across a remarkable variety of habitats.
Sri Lanka’s most well known historical sites can also be included on the tour.
The Four Leopard Hotspots
Wilpattu National Park
North-west coast
Explore Sri Lanka’s largest national park, known for its leopards, elephants, sloth bears and beautiful natural landscapes.
Horton Plains
Hill country, 2,100m above sea level
Leopards here look and act differently to their lowland relatives.
Kumana National Park
South-east
A quieter wildlife destination renowned for its birdlife, wetlands and opportunities to encounter leopards, elephants and other wildlife.
Yala National Park
South coast
Explore one of Sri Lanka’s best-known wildlife destinations, famous for its leopard population and rich diversity of mammals, birds and reptiles.
Option is available to add a visit to other national parks such as minneriya, Udawalawe or Habarana for elephant sightings.
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The itinerary can be tailored to your interests, pace and the experiences you would most like to discover along the way.
Wildlife Documentary / Research Support
Gayan’s extensive field experience, in-depth knowledge of Sri Lanka’s wildlife, and exceptional ability to locate and interpret potential wildlife subjects make him a valuable asset to documentary productions and wildlife research projects. His expertise and field knowledge have contributed to numerous internationally recognised wildlife documentaries, supporting production teams in identifying, locating, and documenting unique wildlife behaviour and natural history.
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Whether you’re planning an upcoming production, looking for local insight and research support, or exploring potential wildlife subject ideas, Gayan can provide practical guidance and reliable on-the-ground expertise.
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If you’d like to discuss a project, explore potential ideas, or learn more about how Gayan can support your production, please feel free to get in touch.
