Yala National Park sprawls across scrub, lagoons and jungle on the south-east coast and shelters one of the highest densities of leopards on earth.
Beyond the big cats, dawn game drives turn up elephants, sloth bears, crocodiles, spotted deer and hundreds of bird species.
Best time to visit
The dry season from February to July draws wildlife to the waterholes and offers the best sightings; the park usually closes for part of September/October.
Highlights
- Dawn 4×4 leopard safari
- Spot elephants and sloth bears
- Birdwatch around the lagoons
- Camp under the stars on the park edge
