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From Ella: 2-Day Yala Park Safari & Transfer to Beach

Activity provider: Sign of Lanka (Pvt) Ltd
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2-day trip from Ella visiting Ravana Falls – Scenic Waterfall Stop, Yala National Park – Exciting Wildlife Jeep Safari and Morning – Breakfast at Your Hotel. Operated by Sign of Lanka (Pvt) Ltd.

Highlights

  • Discover the iconic Rawana Falls, a cascading waterfall surrounded by greenery

From Ella: 2-Day Yala Park Safari & Transfer to Beach: Key Facts

PriceFrom $964 per person
Duration2 days
Group sizeUp to 8 people
Tour typeGuided Tour
BookingDirect with the local operator — no OTA markup

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From Ella: 2-Day Yala Park Safari & Transfer to Beach

2-day trip from Ella visiting Ravana Falls – Scenic Waterfall Stop, Yala National Park – Exciting Wildlife Jeep Safari a...
2 days
English
$964
Free cancellation

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A 2-day trip out of Ella taking in Ravana Falls – Scenic Waterfall Stop, Yala National Park – Exciting Wildlife Jeep Safari, Morning – Breakfast at Your Hotel and Scenic Journey Along the Southern Coast. There are 6 stops in all.

The running order is Ravana Falls – Scenic Waterfall Stop, then Yala National Park – Exciting Wildlife Jeep Safari, then Morning – Breakfast at Your Hotel, then Scenic Journey Along the Southern Coast, then Weligama – Traditional Stilt Fishing Experience, and on from there.

The price covers 01-night Accommodation in a 3 Star or a 4 Star Hotel on Bed & Breakfast basis, Transportation from hotel and back by Air-conditioned Luxury private vehicle, The package includes fuel surcharge and driver charges, ensuring a hassle-free and comfortable journey and Customized safari jeeps will be provided for an enhanced wildlife viewing experience. It does not cover entrance Fees to Yala National Park (Apprx. US$ 35 per person), Any others expenses which are not mentioned on Price Includes section and Lunch or Dinner during the tour, so budget for those separately. Two travellers pay $1014 together rather than $964 each, because this is priced per party and not per head.

Tour Itinerary

Itineraries are customisable as per your request

The schedule below is a suggested plan and can be adjusted to suit your preferences.

Morning – Pick-up from Your Hotel in Ella

Begin your exciting Ella to Yala private tour with a convenient pick-up from your hotel. Before departing, you may enjoy an optional activity in Ella, depending on your interests and available time.

Ravana Falls – Scenic Waterfall Stop

Travel towards Yala and stop at the spectacular Ravana Falls, one of Sri Lanka’s most famous waterfalls. Admire the cascading waters surrounded by lush tropical greenery and enjoy a refreshing break while capturing beautiful photographs.

Yala National Park – Exciting Wildlife Jeep Safari

Continue to Yala National Park, one of Sri Lanka’s most celebrated wildlife destinations. Board a 4WD safari jeep and venture into the park’s diverse landscapes of forests, grasslands, lagoons, and scrublands. Keep your eyes open for Sri Lanka’s incredible wildlife, including leopards, elephants, sloth bears, wild water buffalo, spotted deer, crocodiles, and colourful birds. With patience and a little luck, you may also encounter fascinating species such as the Fishing Cat & Golden Palm Civet.

Sunset Wildlife Experience & Return to Yala

Enjoy the unforgettable sights and sounds of the Sri Lankan wilderness before leaving the park and returning to your hotel. Overnight Stay – Yala

Morning – Breakfast at Your Hotel

Enjoy a relaxed breakfast at your hotel before beginning your journey from Yala to Sri Lanka’s beautiful southern beaches.

Scenic Journey Along the Southern Coast

Travel through picturesque coastal landscapes, traditional fishing villages, and charming seaside towns as you make your way towards your selected beach destination.

Weligama – Traditional Stilt Fishing Experience

Stop in Weligama to witness the fascinating tradition of Sri Lankan stilt fishing. Watch local fishermen carefully balance on wooden poles positioned in the shallow waters while casting their lines into the sea. This unique coastal tradition offers a wonderful insight into Sri Lanka’s fishing heritage and provides an excellent opportunity for memorable photographs. Depending on local conditions and availability, you may also have the opportunity to experience stilt fishing yourself.

Continue to Your Beach Destination

After your Weligama experience, continue along the scenic southern coastline to your selected destination. Choose a convenient drop-off at Tangalle, Mirissa, Weligama, Galle, Hikkaduwa, Ahangama, Bentota, or Beruwala. End of Tour – Relax by the Beach Conclude your 2-day Ella–Yala–South Coast adventure and begin your relaxing beach stay in one of Sri Lanka’s beautiful coastal destinations.

Includes

  • 01-night Accommodation in a 3 Star or a 4 Star Hotel on Bed & Breakfast basis
  • Transportation from hotel and back by Air-conditioned Luxury private vehicle
  • The package includes fuel surcharge and driver charges, ensuring a hassle-free and comfortable journey.
  • Customized safari jeeps will be provided for an enhanced wildlife viewing experience.
  • The package covers fuel surcharge and driver charges for a convenient and hassle-free journey.
  • Parking Fees
  • Refreshments and water will be provided during the tour to keep you refreshed and hydrated.
  • All government taxes are included, ensuring a transparent and inclusive pricing structure.

Excludes

  • Entrance Fees to Yala National Park (Apprx. US$ 35 per person)
  • Any others expenses which are not mentioned on Price Includes section
  • Lunch or Dinner during the tour
  • Gratuities

Important information

Meeting point

The operator confirms the exact meeting point and time once your booking is confirmed, and you will have it well before the day. If you would rather know before you book, message us on WhatsApp and we will ask them for you.

Weather

This runs outdoors, so the operator can call it off for rain, wind or sea conditions, and that decision is usually made on the day. If they cancel, you choose: another date, or your money back in full. We do not keep a booking fee on a tour that did not run.

Know before you go

  • Free cancellation available up to 24 hours before the activity starts

About this activity

Free cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
Secure payment
Complete your booking safely with Razorpay. Full refund if you cancel 24h prior. Read more
Duration 2 days
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Wheelchair accessible

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Frequently Asked Questions

01-night Accommodation in a 3 Star or a 4 Star Hotel on Bed & Breakfast basis, Transportation from hotel and back by Air-conditioned Luxury private vehicle, The package includes fuel surcharge and driver charges, ensuring a hassle-free and comfortable journey., Customized safari jeeps will be provided for an enhanced wildlife viewing experience., The package covers fuel surcharge and driver charges for a convenient and hassle-free journey., Parking Fees, Refreshments and water will be provided during the tour to keep you refreshed and hydrated., All government taxes are included, ensuring a transparent and inclusive pricing structure.
The duration of the From Ella: 2-Day Yala Park Safari & Transfer to Beach is typically 2 days. We recommend arriving 15 minutes before the scheduled start time for a smooth check-in. Your guide will meet you at the designated meeting point and ensure the experience runs on schedule while remaining flexible to your pace.
For most experiences, we highly recommend an early morning start. This allows you to avoid the midday heat, bypass the largest crowds, and capture the best lighting for photography. Your guide can advise on the optimal timing based on the season and specific attractions included.
Yes, once your booking is completed via our secure payment gateway, you will receive an instant confirmation email with your tour details, meeting point address, guide's name, and direct contact information. You can also view and manage your booking through your AsiaByLocals account dashboard.
Yes! All our private tours are fully customizable. Whether you want to add extra stops, skip certain locations, change the pace, or adjust the start time — simply let your guide know in advance or on the day. We aim to create a personalized experience tailored to your interests and energy level.
We offer free cancellation up to 24 hours before the scheduled start time for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may be subject to a partial charge depending on the tour type. Weather-related cancellations for outdoor and boat tours are handled on a case-by-case basis, with full refunds or free rebooking offered when safety is a concern.
Most of our experiences are family-friendly and suitable for children of all ages. However, some tours involving extensive walking, water activities, or early morning starts may be better suited for children aged 5 and above. Please check the specific tour description for age recommendations, or contact us for personalized family itinerary advice.
After booking, you will receive detailed meeting point instructions via email. Most tours include complimentary hotel pickup within the central area. For tours without pickup, your confirmation email will include the exact address, Google Maps pin, and your guide's phone number for easy coordination. Guides typically arrive 10 minutes early and will message you on WhatsApp.
We accept all major credit and debit cards (Visa, Mastercard, American Express), PayPal, Apple Pay, and Razorpay for Indian cards. All payments are processed through a PCI-compliant secure gateway with 256-bit encryption. You can also pay in multiple currencies — the price is automatically converted to your local currency at checkout.
Yes, all AsiaByLocals guides are licensed professionals who have been rigorously vetted through background checks, skill assessments, and customer reviews. Many hold government-issued tourism licenses, university degrees in history or cultural studies, and have years of experience leading tours for international travelers. Every guide maintains a minimum 4.5-star rating to remain active on our platform.
A 20-25 minute walk downhill from Ella town through tea and jungle — uphill on the way back. A tuk-tuk to the Demodara side is quieter and saves the climb. It is free, with no ticket and no official viewing area. See our Nine Arch Bridge guide.
Roughly every two hours, but Sri Lanka Railways runs 30-90 minutes late routinely, so any blog quoting exact times is quoting a timetable rather than reality. Ask at Ella station on the morning — staff will tell you what is expected and how late it is running.
Little Adam's Peak for almost everyone — 45 minutes up a stepped path for arguably the better view, out through the Ella Gap. Ella Rock is three hours return, largely unsigned, and people get lost on it regularly; take a guide or an offline map. Compared in full here.
Reserved seats open 30 days ahead and sell out within hours from December to March. Unreserved 2nd/3rd class is sold on the day and always available — you will stand, which is where the open doorways are. Send your luggage ahead by road if you have a driver. See getting to Ella.
January to March for the clearest Ella Gap views. June to September is dry but hazy from the Uva wind; October to December is wet. The real risk is cloud, not rain — at 1,000 m the view can be inside a cloud on a dry day, and mornings are clearer than afternoons in every month. See best time to visit Ella.
Two nights, which gives you two dawns — Little Adam's Peak on one, Ella Rock or a tea morning on the other, with the bridge mid-morning on day one. Our Ella 2-day itinerary sets out the order.
Do everything before nine in the morning. The Gap view is clearer in the morning in every month, Little Adam's Peak has a queue by nine, and the Nine Arch Bridge has hundreds of people on it by ten.
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