Popular day trips from Galle
Yala jeep safari
Look for leopards, elephants, sloth bears and crocodiles on a morning or afternoon jeep safari. Best combined with a night near the park.
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Whale watching in Mirissa
Early-morning boat trips to look for blue whales, sperm whales and dolphins. We drive you to the harbour and back.
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Udawalawe elephants
One of the best parks in Asia for seeing wild elephants, plus a visit to the Elephant Transit Home at feeding time.
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Galle Fort and the south coast
Walk the UNESCO-listed fort, see the stilt fishermen at Koggala and stop at Unawatuna or Jungle Beach.
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Madu River and turtles
A boat ride through mangrove channels on the Madu River and a visit to a turtle hatchery in Kosgoda.
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- Safari jeep, park entrance and boat tickets are paid separately
- Whale watching usually runs from about November to April
- Parts of Yala National Park usually close for a few weeks around September – October
- Early starts give the best wildlife sightings and cooler weather
Vehicle rates
Private vehicle with driver
Car + driverfrom LKR 22,000 / day≈ US$73
Van + driverfrom LKR 30,000 / day≈ US$100
Whole vehicle, not per person. Your quote depends on the route, vehicle and number of days. US$ figures are approximate.
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