Yala Katagamuwa Safari | The Quiet Entrance to Block 1 & 2 2026 updated

The Katagamuwa gate is the preferred choice for visitors staying in the holy city of Kataragama. This "backdoor" entrance to Block 1 and Block 2 provides a more tranquil start to your journey, bypassing the heavy morning traffic of the main gate. The Katagamuwa area is famous for its lush vegetation and proximity to the Menik River, making it a hotspot for elephant sightings and diverse birdlife.

Enter Yala via the Katagamuwa gate for a shorter commute from Kataragama. Enjoy high leopard density with fewer crowds at the entrance.