Yala Half-Day Safari | Flexible Morning or Evening Tours 2026 updated

A half-day safari is the most popular way to experience Yala National Park, offering a focused window into one of the worlds most diverse wildlife sanctuaries. We provide two distinct sessions: the Morning Safari (starting at 5:30 AM) and the Evening Safari (starting at 1:30 PM or 2:30 PM). The morning session is famous for its fresh nature air and beautiful sunrise, while the evening session offers the warmth of the golden hour and stunning sunset views. It is important for travelers to know that Yala is a vast, natural forest, therefore, sightings of rare animals like leopards or sloth bears depend entirely on the weather, the forest situation on that specific day, and your own luck. While rare animals are a rare situation, both sessions offer a high probability of seeing elephants, crocodiles, spotted deer, and wild boar. Our service uses high-quality 4x4 safari jeeps maintained for the rugged terrain of Block 1 and Block 5. We provide professional drivers for both sessions and can arrange wildlife trackers or guides upon request. We offer free of charge pickups from any hotel or stay in Thissamaharama, Kataragama, Palatupana, Kirinda, Yoda Kandiya, and Weerawila. Current 2026 official entrance fees for foreign adults are approximately $42 to $45 USD, foreign child (6-12 years) is around $20 USD and under 6 years child is free (Fee for SAARC Adult is around $40 USD). Our competitive jeep hire starts from $25 to $60 USD for half-day morning or evening sessions. Don’t settle for a basic ride when you can have a professional, honest expedition. Contact us today to book your 2026 Yala half-day safari and experience the wild at your preferred time.

Choose between a fresh morning or a golden evening half-day safari in Yala. Reliable 4x4 jeeps, professional drivers, and honest wildlife expectations for 2026.