Galle: Private Safari Day Trip to Yala & Udawalawe w/ Picnic in Galle

Are you looking for a rugged and majestic adventure that combines the thrill of a safari with the relaxation of a picnic? Then look no further than a private safari day trip from Galle, Sri Lanka. Whether you’re looking for a day trip for yourself, the family, or a large group, the wonders of the Yala National Park and the Udawalawa National Park are sure to astound and provide an experience you’ll never forget.

Discover Yala National Park

Located in the Southeast region of Sri Lanka, the Yala National Park consists of over 1200 square kilometers of vast space. There are five blocks (or ranges) to choose from for your excursion, namely Ruhuna (Yala East), Kumana (Yala West), Palatupana, Lunuwila, and Katagamuwa Ranges. Yala East and West are the most recommended locations, as they are home to the beautiful leopard, along with numerous other endangered species, making it a once in a lifetime opportunity to witness these magnificent creatures in their natural habitat. The diverse plant and animal life found there makes it an ideal eco-tourism destination. You’ll be able to view wild boars, monkeys, wild buffalo, mongoose, huge herds of wild elephants, majestic sloth bears, and rare bird species.

A Relaxing Picnic in Galle

After your thrilling morning safari tour, return to Galle for a relaxing picnic. Placed on the edge of a cliff overlooking the beautiful Indian Ocean, this picnic at Galle is truly an amazing experience. The scene resembles that of a dreamy postcard. For a more intimate experience for couples or small groups, this picnic is also available for private hire too. So if you’d prefer some privacy and solitude in your natural surroundings, then this is the perfect activity for you.

Udawalawe National Park – An Uplifting Adventure

The Udawalawe National Park is located in the Southeast region of Sri Lanka between Ratnapura and Hambanthota districts. It spans over an area of 30785 hectares and was declared a national park in 1972 as an important catchment area for the Uda Walawe reservoir. As with the Yala National Park, this stronghold also offers a chance to observe many endangered species in their natural environment, such as sambar deer, elephants and leopards. Do note that unlike Yala, it is quite common to come across herds of elephants in Udawala National Park. The terrain of Udawala National Park is mainly open grassland without much dense foliage. This open landscape makes it much easier for visitors to take in the sights of the wild elephants and other animals that roam freely about in their habitat. You’ll be able to pass by several watering spots throughout the day trip offering some rather amazing photo opportunities to capture these graceful creatures up close.

Travel with Ease

When embarking on a private safari day trip from Galle to Yala and Udawalawe national parks and back, it can be somewhat difficult if you don’t have your own vehicle equipped with all necessary bush-roads ready to transverse treacherous terrain. That’s why we recommend booking a private safari guide who will take care of all transportation needs for your itinerary, so you don’t have to worry about anything else except for experiencing the wonders mother nature has to offer in all its glory and majesty. Our guide can also assign a private jeep with dedicated driver who will be available for your comfort and convenience throughout the whole trip.

The Perfect Itinerary:

A private safari day trip from Galle with picnic lunch would be incomplete without a perfect itinerary with enough timings and breaks interspersed into the day’s activities. As such, most tours usually start at 8am or 9am and last until 4 pm or 5 pm. Within this course of eight hours you would be given ample breaks and rest stops along with your long journey into Yala and Udawalawe national parks. Itineraries usually cover lunch-breaks at 12 pm and usually are completed rather quickly due to the professional tour guides experienced in terrain navigation and familiar with the wild-life around them.

Inclusions & Exclusions:

The inclusion in these private safari day trips from Galle vary from company to company but generally speaking, these tours include your transport from Galle to Yala and back to Galle again after visits to both parks, jeep safaris complete with private driver assigned only for your duration of trips within both parks, complete set of refreshments along with special provisions made for picnickers if preparation was made in advance for such tours. Exclusions however may include guide charges that may be applicable if you choose to take a guide along with you throughout the extravaganza that awaits within both parks or equipment required to navigate tricky terrains within both parks (though as mentioned most guides usually come equipped with off-road vehicles suitable enough).

Conclusion

A private safari day trip from Galle is certainly one of the most exhilarating experiences available in Sri Lanka! The beauty of unexplored lands teeming with exotic wildlife is unrivaled when it comes to enthralling the senses of those taking part in such unforgettable adventures! And with private jeeps, guides, and tour packages suited for groups both large and small, there’s something for everybody who undertakes this remarkable journey! So why not embark on an exciting journey of wild discovery today? Make sure to book through GetYourGuide for access to some incredible deals and packages exclusive only to them!