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Leopard yawning on a red earth bank during an evening safari in Yala

Yala safari

Evening Safari in Yala

An afternoon drive into the golden hour, ideal if you arrive in Yala the same day.

Park time
14:00 – 17:30
Duration
About 4 hours
Best for
Late arrivals, elephants at waterholes, sunset light
Price
Ask for rates

About this safari

The evening round suits guests who arrive in Yala in the morning or want a relaxed start to the day. We pick you up so you are at the gate by 2:00 PM.

As the heat drops, animals move back towards waterholes and open ground. Leopards often come out to the tracks again late in the afternoon, and the golden light before closing is beautiful for photos.

Your day

  1. 13:15

    Pick-up from your hotel

  2. 14:00

    Enter Yala National Park

  3. 14:00 – 17:30

    Drive through the park as animals become active

  4. 17:30

    Exit the park and drop-off at your hotel

Highlights

  • Easy to combine with your travel day
  • Elephants and buffalo at waterholes
  • Golden-hour light
  • Leopards return to the tracks before dusk

Times are a guide. Pick-up depends on where you stay. Park entrance fees are charged per person at the gate. Read our FAQ for more.

Ready to meet the leopards of Yala?

Tell us your dates and where you are staying. We reply quickly with availability, pick-up time and price.