Yala Safari - Fully Private Tour - With Hotel Pick-up & Transfers
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4.6/5
Based on 9 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
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Is Yala Safari - Fully Private Tour - With Hotel Pick-up & Transfers worth booking?
Yala Safari - Fully Private Tour - With Hotel Pick-up & Transfers is a 9-hour experience in Galle, Sri Lanka, from $30 per person. It scores 70 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.6/5 rating across 9 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 70 / 100
- Rating
- 4.6/5 (9)
- Duration
- 9 hours
- From
- $30 per person
Embark on a thrilling adventure with our Yala National Park Safari Tour! Enjoy the convenience of our hotel pickup service, where our friendly representative will greet you and ensure a smooth transfer to Yala. Once th
What you get
- Private transportation
- Bottled water
- Hotel Pick up & Drop off
- Yala Nationla Park Safari
- Refreshment
About this experience
Embark on a thrilling adventure with our Yala National Park Safari Tour! Enjoy the convenience of our hotel pickup service, where our friendly representative will greet you and ensure a smooth transfer to Yala. Once there, you'll meet our expert safari driver who will take you on an exciting journey through the park in a comfortable safari jeep. Spend 3 to 4 hours immersing yourself in the stunning natural beauty, observing a variety of fascinating birds and wildlife. Don’t forget to capture unforgettable moments with your camera during this enchanting experience. At the end of this wonderful safari, we'll drop you back at your hotel. Please keep in mind that leopard sightings cannot be guaranteed, but our skilled driver will do his best to showcase the incredible wildlife that Yala National Park has to offer. Get ready for an adventure of a lifetime!
What's included
Included
- Private transportation
- Bottled water
- Hotel Pick up & Drop off
- Yala Nationla Park Safari
- Refreshment
Not included
- Yala National Park Entrance fee
What you'll see and do
Beruwala
From here we start the tour for customers around location, Hotel Pick-up available
2 minutes here
Aluthgama
From here we start the tour for customers around location, Hotel Pick-up available
2 minutes here
Bentota
From here we start the tour for customers around location, Hotel Pick-up available
2 minutes here
Induruwa
From here we start the tour for customers around location, Hotel Pick-up available
2 minutes here
Ahungalla
From here we start the tour for customers around location, Hotel Pick-up available
2 minutes here
Kosgoda
From here we start the tour for customers around location, Hotel Pick-up available
2 minutes here
Ambalangoda
From here we start the tour for customers around location, Hotel Pick-up available
2 minutes here
Hikkaduwa
From here we start the tour for customers around location, Hotel Pick-up available
2 minutes here
Galle
From here we start the tour for customers around location, Hotel Pick-up available
2 minutes here
Koggala
From here we start the tour for customers around location, Hotel Pick-up available
2 minutes here
Ahangama
From here we start the tour for customers around location, Hotel Pick-up available
2 minutes here
Weligama
From here we start the tour for customers around location, Hotel Pick-up available
2 minutes here
Mirissa
From here we start the tour for customers around location, Hotel Pick-up available
2 minutes here
Matara
From here we start the tour for customers around location, Hotel Pick-up available
2 minutes here
Dikwella
From here we start the tour for customers around location, Hotel Pick-up available
2 minutes here
Tangalle
From here we start the tour for customers around location, Hotel Pick-up available
2 minutes here
Yala national park is the second largest and most visited national safari park in Sri Lanka with numerous type of wildlife. ala National Park is a huge area of forest, grassland and lagoons bordering the Indian Ocean, in southeast Sri Lanka. It’s home to wildlife such as leopards, elephants and crocodiles, as well as hundreds of bird species.
180 minutes here · Admission not included
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 5 minutes before departure.
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
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- BTR SL
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 9 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
6 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Organization
5 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Food and drink
2 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Traveler reviews
9 verified traveler reviews for Yala Safari - Fully Private Tour - With Hotel Pick-up & Transfers. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Saw lots of animals and had a great time!
We had a wonderful experience! Saw a leopard and many other animals! Our pickup and drop off was very smooth and everyone was very welcoming and kind! Thanks for the wonderful adventure!
via Tripadvisor
Best safari operator
We found this conpany by online and contacted them by whatsapp and booked Yala safari from our Galle fort hotel, Amazing day saw a full range of wild animals, Genuine people ,We recommend this people if you like to go for a well organised tour, there contact number 0094770286418
via Tripadvisor
Amazing trip
Booked them through Trip Advisor. They were easy to coordinate with. Our driver, Thushara, was very accommodating to our requests. We picked the morning Safari, and was picked up at 3am in our hotel. He drove us to Yala where we transferred to another vehicle. He accompanied us throughout the trip and made sure we were comfortable and well-fed. The restaurant they chose for us offered delicious Sri Lankan food as well. Definitely loved the fish and mango curry. One of our friends also said we have to get curd and coconut sugar, and Thushara brought us to the best one. He also recommended other places in Galle. Definitely an amazing experience.
via Tripadvisor
Chaotic traffic jams
Views are stunning with lots of animals, BUT: - Incredible chaos with so so many jeeps blocking each other on the road - Drivers who don't seem to understand their guests' needs (driving off as soon as an animal gets in sight, moving the car so one can't take a photo, chasing leopards in herds of jeeps, even though guests rather want to see elefants or other animals too, unneeded breaks at the beach just to kill time)
Response from the operator: This is a Fake Review, we have already informed to TripAdvisor about this, We have all the records of our product bookings. so we didn't do any safaris or any tours for these people. this does not belong to us. And this review experience (Tour) showed in April about Yala Safari, we didn't do any tour at yala National Park in April, so it's very clear, Fake We do best tours and always give Great Service to the customer, this is not the way we do tours, you can see from our other review, I think some are jealous of our business, and they try to put us down with this dirty works. We do not believe our business run by reviews, we get around 5% bookings online, so we are not running behind reviews. We get 95% of bookings directly from customers, serving in large numbers of satisfied clients from all around the world, who know how we do, We are in tour business for more than 10 years, Some locations and activities run only by us, all the major companies and customers directy book with us. Our Staff love there jobs, they know, what they do, and highly paid. We give proper trainings, always they will do the best to your happiness. And we know how important your trip. We are also very popular in Multi day tours and always our customers say "We are unbelievably thankful for the kindness and helpfulness of Roshan! What a stunning example of the kindness of Sri Lanka. Thank you for everything! We recommend him 100%" We love our customers and care every single step to give best service, Who ever herd BTR SL name they know this is a right place, that the truth has a big power and we always pray for good people to join in our tours. Thank you, Im Roshan, owner of this Company :)
via Tripadvisor
Unforgettable
It was amazing, we could see a lot of animals. Especially an elephant that came near our jeep, lay down and started scratching with the ground. It was really an unforgettable experience! Having taken a private ride, I found myself alone in the jeep with the guide which is even better!
Response from the operator: Thank you
via Tripadvisor (translated)
Good to know
- Duration
- 9 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- 6+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun
- Price range
- $30 to $200
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 3
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 70
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Yala Safari - Fully Private Tour - With Hotel Pick-up & Transfers: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Galle.
How much does Yala Safari - Fully Private Tour - With Hotel Pick-up & Transfers cost?
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Prices start at $30 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Galle usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Yala Safari - Fully Private Tour - With Hotel Pick-up & Transfers take?
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Plan for about 9 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 Galle is not rushed.
Is Yala Safari - Fully Private Tour - With Hotel Pick-up & Transfers worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 70 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.6/5 across 9 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Galle, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Yala Safari - Fully Private Tour - With Hotel Pick-up & Transfers?
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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 Yala Safari - Fully Private Tour - With Hotel Pick-up & Transfers suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 6. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 9-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book Yala Safari - Fully Private Tour - With Hotel Pick-up & Transfers?
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Around 3 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 Galle 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 Galle and add a light layer if any part of the 9-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Yala Safari - Fully Private Tour - With Hotel Pick-up & Transfers 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 Galle 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 Galle?
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On Outty we rank every Galle experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Full day / Half Day WildlifeAdventure in Yala-National-Park, Special leopard & Elephants safari - Yala - 04.30 am to 11.30 am, Sea waves sri lankan cooking class. 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 Galle?
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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 Galle?
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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.
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