Towards the West of Sri Lanka there is so much to experience from water sports on
the beautiful coast to the luxury hotels and their fine locations that allow windsurfing, snorkelling and much more. However, what tops everything off is a wildlife jeep safari in the well preserved natural sanctuaries of the West, especially in Yala. Jeep safaris are the most common mode of getting about within this National Park.
To enter the Yala National Park there are two entry points that grant access. The best time to enter the park is in the early morning hours, when the animals are as enthusiastic as the nature itself! Hire a jeep from the local jeep stations in Tissamaharama town, or Yala and get a wildlife tracker to accompany you on your trip around the park. The jeeps are able to accommodate as many as 10 adults and offer a truly unforgettable experience as you chase behind leopards and spot elephants amidst the greenery.
The jeep safari through the park is the safest way to get around. Not only are the vehicles capable of easily driving through the natural wilderness, but also provide shelter should sudden weather changes occur. Yala is famous for its rare sightings of the unique Sri Lankan leopard and hundreds of devoted wildlife enthusiasts, both foreign and local, visit the park every day to catch a glimpse of this majestic and elusive predator. It is home to innumerable other creatures and deer, bears and elephants are commonly sighted here along with a number of bird species such as the green bee-eater and the Sri Lankan hawk eagle.
The beauty of Yala can only be experienced by associating intimately with what it has to offer while staying at Yala hotels. The Yala Village is a hotel in Yala that is known to offer the finest luxuries you would find in the region. It is made up of beautifully decorated chalets spread across the vast land extent. Interested in a luxury stay while you associate the wilderness in style? Look no further than this exquisite hotel which offers a truly enchanting stay in the wilds of Sri Lanka.