All Inclusive Private Full Day Safari in Yala National Park with Lunch in Hambantota, Sri Lanka
Hambantota, Sri Lanka

All Inclusive Private Full Day Safari in Yala National Park with Lunch

Outty Ranking 62 4.3 · 6 traveler reviews12.5 hoursFrom $163
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Outty Ranking

62/100

Solid Choice. Our proprietary evaluation. How we score

Traveler rating

4.3/5

Based on 6 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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Is All Inclusive Private Full Day Safari in Yala National Park with Lunch worth booking?

All Inclusive Private Full Day Safari in Yala National Park with Lunch is a 12.5-hour experience in Hambantota, Sri Lanka, from $163 per person. It scores 62 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.3/5 rating across 6 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
62 / 100
Rating
4.3/5 (6)
Duration
12.5 hours
From
$163 per person

Experience the hidden moments of wild animals in Yala National park throughout a day with your private English speaking experienced driver/tracker while traveling on a luxury 4WD jeep. Yala National park specialized in leopard safaris as it recorded the highest density of leopards among the leopard populations scattered in the wildlife parks of Sri Lanka. During your day at Yala National Park we will do our best to show you this amazing big cat. Apart from leopards you will get the opportunity to see Elephants, Sloth Bears, Spotted Deer, Sambar deer, Crocodiles, Wild Boars, Rabbits and many more. In addition Yala harbours 215 birds including six endemics species of Sri Lanka. We will provide Binoculars, Bottled water, Lunch, fruits and a cool box to make your safari more valuable and luxuries.

What you get

    About this experience

    Experience the hidden moments of wild animals in Yala National park throughout a day with your private English speaking experienced driver/tracker while traveling on a luxury 4WD jeep. Yala National park specialized in leopard safaris as it recorded the highest density of leopards among the leopard populations scattered in the wildlife parks of Sri Lanka. During your day at Yala National Park we will do our best to show you this amazing big cat. Apart from leopards you will get the opportunity to see Elephants, Sloth Bears, Spotted Deer, Sambar deer, Crocodiles, Wild Boars, Rabbits and many more. In addition Yala harbours 215 birds including six endemics species of Sri Lanka. We will provide Binoculars, Bottled water, Lunch, fruits and a cool box to make your safari more valuable and luxuries.

    What's included

    Included

    • Transportation by a Luxury 4WD Safari Jeep
    • All taxes, fees and handling charges
    • Fruits
    • Bottled water
    • Alcoholic beverages
    • Experienced driver/tracker
    • Snacks
    • Binoculars
    • Lunch
    • Free Hotel pickup and drop-off from/to Yala, Tissamaharama, Hambantota and Kataragama Hotels

    Not included

    • Gratuities

    What you'll see and do

    1. Yala National Park

      Yala National Park is a large region of forests, grasslands, and lagoons overlooking the Indian Ocean in the southeast of Sri Lanka. It is home to animals like leopards, elephants, crocodiles, and hundreds of birds species.

      720 minutes here

    2. Merganser Holidays

      Merganser Holidays is the tour operator of this excursion.

      Pass by without stopping

    Where it starts and ends

    Meeting point

    Hambantota

    We pick up from any hotel in Kataragama

    Meeting point

    Hambantota

    We pick up from any hotel in Hambantota

    Meeting point

    Hambantota

    We pick up from any hotel in Tissamaharama

    Meeting point

    Hambantota

    We pick up from any hotel in Yala

    Hotel pickup

    Pickup is available for selected locations.

    Ends at

    We pick up from any hotel in Kataragama

    Ends at

    We pick up from any hotel in Hambantota

    Ends at

    We pick up from any hotel in Tissamaharama

    Ends at

    We pick up from any hotel in Yala

    Options you can book

    • Premium Safari - Tissamaharama

      We will provide you a Super luxury Toyota Land Cruiser 4WD jeep with an Experienced English speaking driver/tracker. Entrance Tickets, Lunch, Fruits, Bottled Water, Binoculars will be provided.

    • Luxury Safari from Hambantota

      We will provide you a luxury Toyota Hilux 4WD jeep with an Experienced English speaking driver/tracker. Entrance Tickets, Lunch, Fruits, Bottled Water, Binoculars will be provided.

    • Premium Safari from Yala

      We will provide you a Super luxury Toyota Land Cruiser 4WD jeep with an Experienced English speaking driver/tracker. Entrance Tickets, Lunch, Fruits, Bottled Water, Binoculars will be provided.

    • Premium Safari from Kataragama

      We will provide you a Super luxury Toyota Land Cruiser 4WD jeep with an Experienced English speaking driver/tracker. Entrance Tickets, Lunch, Fruits, Bottled Water, Binoculars will be provided.

    • Luxury Safari - Tissamaharama

      We will provide you a luxury Toyota Hilux 4WD jeep with an Experienced English speaking driver/tracker. Entrance Tickets, Lunch, Fruits, Bottled Water, Binoculars will be provided.

    • Luxury Safari from Yala

      We will provide you a luxury Toyota Hilux 4WD jeep with an Experienced English speaking driver/tracker. Entrance Tickets, Lunch, Fruits, Bottled Water, Binoculars will be provided.

    • Premium Safari from Hambantota

      We will provide you a Super luxury Toyota Land Cruiser 4WD jeep with an Experienced English speaking driver/tracker. Entrance Tickets, Lunch, Fruits, Bottled Water, Binoculars will be provided.

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Languages
    en
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Every day
    Group size
    Up to 6 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Merganser Holidays

    Know before you go

    • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
    • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
    • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
    • Dress code is casual

    Photos

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    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 6 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    The guide

    5 mentions

    Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    Food and drink

    3 mentions

    The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.

    Knowledge and storytelling

    2 mentions

    Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    Traveler reviews

    6 verified traveler reviews for All Inclusive Private Full Day Safari in Yala National Park with Lunch. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    Jana_D · November 2024

    Not all inclusive and very rude

    The animals were the only good thing about this trip. Unfortunately the driver was so lacking in customer service it's was bad. He didn't speak to us really, just pointed to an animal said its name then never spoke. Lunch provided was cold and served in a plastic package on dirty steps , while everyone around us had nice matts to sit on, plates and cutlery and there guides talking to them etc, not ours! No all inclusive drinks just 1 bottle of coke each and 1 bottle of water per couple?? and no beer provided. Children's binoculars provided for a group of four, and only 1 pair, couldn't see a thing with them. He drove so fast without any concern for the group. We asked him if we could go home early by 5hrs, he just left us sat in our truck while he was in his friends truck laughing and ignored us. The company did give us half of our money back but I still feel the money we still paid wasn't worth the price. He was a rude uninterested man who clearly didn't care about anybody but himself.

    Response from the operator: Dear Madam, thank you very much for taking your time to write this review for us and apologize for not being able to cater the service as per the standards. As an immediate action we have refund you 50% from your total payment and we have taken all necessary actions against the allocated driver and to uplift the standards of the tour. Once again apologize for the inconvenience caused. - Henry Lionel -

    via Viator

    uniki64 · December 2023

    Yala (Galge) National Park

    We booked a tailor made tour to Yala National Park Galge. We were picked up next to our cruiseship with the safarijeep! We were welcomed with shell necklaces by Pri🥰. South Sri Lanka is very green, the 2-hour trip to the park seemed short, as the surroundings were beautiful, so much to see! In the park itself our driver/tracker Dyante found us elephants, crocodiles, monkeys, deer, several birds of prey, bee-eaters, kingfisher, stork, and so on... Enough time to make beautiful pictures! We loved it! Only sad that lots of smaller roads were partly still flooded because of all the rain. In our short break we had lovely fresh fruits, juices/water and crackers. After this we had some more gamedriving to do before we were brought back to our ship! We had a lovely day, Merganser Holidays did a great job for us, recommendable! Thanks!!

    via Tripadvisor

    V8021ETgeorges · August 2023

    Amazing

    We had an amazing time! Special thanks to our driver Mr Nirmal and our guide Mr Amila Sandaruwan who were on the hunt to find us all the wild animals and we were able to spot 2 leopards, elephants, sloth bear and many more!

    via Tripadvisor

    FarahAbdAziz · June 2023

    Great Safari Day Trip

    Punctual and courteous team in handling the tour. Food and drinks provided were good. Encounter with animals was amazing.

    via Tripadvisor

    Martin_D · February 2023

    Great attentive driver and knowledgeable guide

    Brilliant day trip Saw elephants leopards mongoose Attentive driver and knowledgable guide Great lunch in picture perfect setting

    via Viator

    Good to know

    Duration
    12.5 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Price range
    $163 to $342
    Hotel pickup
    Available for selected locations
    Booked in 30 days
    2
    Verdict
    Solid Choice

    Who runs this experience

    Operated by Merganser Holidays, who run 45 experiences we rank across 5 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 50.0.

    See everything Merganser Holidays runs

    Why this scores 62

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)73
    Review evidence (18% weight)37
    Booking momentum (14% weight)26
    Value for money (12% weight)82
    Listing quality (10% weight)85
    Local standing (8% weight)38
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    All Inclusive Private Full Day Safari in Yala National Park with Lunch: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Hambantota.

    How much does All Inclusive Private Full Day Safari in Yala National Park with Lunch cost?

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    Prices start at $163 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Hambantota usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does All Inclusive Private Full Day Safari in Yala National Park with Lunch take?

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    Plan for about 12.5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Hambantota is not rushed.

    Is All Inclusive Private Full Day Safari in Yala National Park with Lunch worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 62 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.3/5 across 6 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Hambantota, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule All Inclusive Private Full Day Safari in Yala National Park with Lunch?

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    Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

    Is All Inclusive Private Full Day Safari in Yala National Park with Lunch suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 12.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book All Inclusive Private Full Day Safari in Yala National Park with Lunch?

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    Around 2 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Hambantota can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

    What should I bring or wear?

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    Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Hambantota and add a light layer if any part of the 12.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does All Inclusive Private Full Day Safari in Yala National Park with Lunch start and how do I get there?

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    The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Hambantota within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

    What are the best things to do in Hambantota?

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    On Outty we rank every Hambantota experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Udawalawe National Park — 4-Hour Private Jeep Safari (Pickup), Udawalawe Elephant Safari – Private & Shared Jeep, Yala/Udawalawe National Park Safari from Hambantota Port. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

    When is the best time to visit Hambantota?

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    Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

    How many days do you need in Hambantota?

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    Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

    Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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    Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

    What is included in All Inclusive Private Full Day Safari in Yala National Park with Lunch?

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    Included: Transportation by a Luxury 4WD Safari Jeep; All taxes, fees and handling charges; Fruits; Bottled water; and Alcoholic beverages. Not included: Gratuities. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.

    Does All Inclusive Private Full Day Safari in Yala National Park with Lunch include hotel pickup?

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    Yes, pickup is offered, or you can meet at the start point instead from 3 listed pickup locations in and around Hambantota. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.

    What languages is All Inclusive Private Full Day Safari in Yala National Park with Lunch offered in?

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    It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.

    Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for All Inclusive Private Full Day Safari in Yala National Park with Lunch?

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    Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.

    Is All Inclusive Private Full Day Safari in Yala National Park with Lunch wheelchair or stroller accessible?

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    The operator notes: Not recommended for pregnant travelers; and Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.

    What happens to All Inclusive Private Full Day Safari in Yala National Park with Lunch if the weather is bad?

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    It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Hambantota. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.

    What do travelers say about All Inclusive Private Full Day Safari in Yala National Park with Lunch?

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    Across 6 reviews averaging 4.3 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, food and drink, knowledge and storytelling. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    What booking options are available for All Inclusive Private Full Day Safari in Yala National Park with Lunch?

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    There are 7 options to choose from, including Premium Safari - Tissamaharama, Luxury Safari from Hambantota, Premium Safari from Yala, Premium Safari from Kataragama. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.

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