Southern ProvinceWildlife Theme
Yala National Park: Wild Leopard Sanctuary
Tracking Asian Leopards, Sloth Bears & Wild Elephant Herds
Best SeasonFeb – JulDry skies
Ideal Stay2 DaysRecommended
Elevation30mSea Level
Curated High-Res Field PlatesNative Naturalist Archive
Historical Context & Expedition Insights
Spanning 979 square kilometers across scrub plains, lagoons, and rocky granite outcrops hugging the Indian Ocean, Yala National Park boasts the highest density of wild leopards on planet Earth (*Panthera pardus kotiya*).
Our private expeditions feature senior wildlife department trackers and customized 4x4 open safari jeeps with padded camera mounts.
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YOUTUBE 4K HDR60FPS
schedule18:45 min
Yala: Leopards of Sri Lanka in 4KClick to play in 4K
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Sunrise Expedition Secret
Request an afternoon gate entry permit at Block 5—half the jeeps of Block 1 with frequent sloth bear and leopard encounters along the river bends.
Curated Itinerary Covering Yala National Park
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