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From Ella: 2-Day Yala Park Safari with Arugam Bay Drop-off

Activity provider: Sign of Lanka (Pvt) Ltd
From Ella: 2-Day Yala Park Safari with Arugam Bay Drop-off
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2-day trip from Ella visiting Scenic Drive to Yala & Ravana Falls, Yala National Park – Thrilling Jeep Safari and Early Morning – Optional Yala Wildlife Safari. Operated by Sign of Lanka (Pvt) Ltd.

Highlights

  • Spot leopards, elephants, & sloth bears on a thrilling Yala National Park safari

From Ella: 2-Day Yala Park Safari with Arugam Bay Drop-off: Key Facts

PriceFrom $964 per person
Duration2 days
Group sizeUp to 5 people
Tour typeGuided Tour
BookingDirect with the local operator — no OTA markup

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From Ella: 2-Day Yala Park Safari with Arugam Bay Drop-off

2-day trip from Ella visiting Scenic Drive to Yala & Ravana Falls, Yala National Park – Thrilling Jeep Safari and Early ...
2 days
English
$964
Free cancellation

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A 2-day trip out of Ella taking in Scenic Drive to Yala & Ravana Falls, Yala National Park – Thrilling Jeep Safari, Early Morning – Optional Yala Wildlife Safari and Breakfast at Your Hotel. There are 6 stops in all.

The running order is Scenic Drive to Yala & Ravana Falls, then Yala National Park – Thrilling Jeep Safari, then Early Morning – Optional Yala Wildlife Safari, then Breakfast at Your Hotel, then Scenic Journey from Yala to Arugam Bay, 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. Depending on your interests and available time, you may enjoy an optional activity in Ella before departing for Yala.

Scenic Drive to Yala & Ravana Falls

Travel through Sri Lanka’s spectacular hill-country landscapes towards Yala. Along the way, stop at the magnificent Ravana Falls, one of the island’s most famous waterfalls. Enjoy the lush surroundings, take memorable photographs, and experience the refreshing atmosphere before continuing your journey.

Yala National Park – Thrilling Jeep Safari

Arrive at Yala National Park and prepare for an unforgettable Sri Lanka wildlife safari. Climb aboard a 4WD safari jeep and explore the park’s forests, grasslands, lagoons, and scrublands. Keep your camera ready as you search for Sri Lankan leopards, elephants, sloth bears, wild water buffalo, spotted deer, wild boar, and a variety of bird species. You may also encounter fascinating and less commonly seen wildlife such as the Golden Palm Civet, Red Slender Loris, and Fishing Cat.

Wildlife Adventure & Return to Yala

After an exhilarating safari through the wilderness, leave the national park and return to your hotel in Yala. Relax and reflect on your unforgettable encounters with Sri Lanka’s wildlife. Overnight Stay – Yala

Early Morning – Optional Yala Wildlife Safari

Rise early and enjoy an optional morning jeep safari in Yala National Park. The early hours offer another opportunity to explore the park's diverse habitats and search for wildlife in their natural surroundings.

Breakfast at Your Hotel

Return to your hotel after the optional safari and enjoy a hearty breakfast before continuing your journey towards Sri Lanka’s spectacular east coast.

Scenic Journey from Yala to Arugam Bay

Depart Yala and travel towards Arugam Bay, passing through beautiful rural landscapes and coastal scenery. Enjoy the changing views as you journey from Sri Lanka’s wildlife-rich southern region towards the famous east coast.

Arrival in Arugam Bay – Surfing Paradise

Arrive at Arugam Bay, internationally renowned for its beautiful beaches and world-class surfing atmosphere. Check in and enjoy the relaxed coastal surroundings at your own pace.

Hotel Drop-off – End of Service

Conclude your 2-day Ella–Yala–Arugam Bay adventure tour with a convenient drop-off at your hotel in Arugam Bay, ready to enjoy the beaches, surfing, and vibrant east-coast atmosphere.

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 with Arugam Bay Drop-off 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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