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Budget Yala Safari 1 Night Hostel stay & Meals in Tissamaharama

By Whales and Dolphins Watching Tours Trincomalee
Free cancellation available
Price is P 2,990 per traveler* *Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
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  • Free cancellation available
  • 14h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation

Overview

Experience Sri Lanka’s best wildlife adventure with our Budget Yala Safari – a perfect mix of comfort, nature, and local hospitality. Stay overnight at Go Yala Hostel in Tissamaharama, enjoy a home-cooked Sri Lankan rice and curry dinner, and join an exciting shared jeep safari in Yala National Park. Wake up early to the sounds of nature, head into the jungle, and enjoy breakfast served in the wild during your safari.

Our friendly local driver-guides know the park and its animals well, giving you the best chance to spot elephants, leopards, crocodiles, and colorful birds. After your safari, relax in the hostel’s garden or by the lake, meet other travelers, and enjoy the peaceful village atmosphere.

Perfect for backpackers, couples, and nature lovers, this experience offers real Sri Lankan charm, great food, clean accommodation, and an unforgettable Yala wildlife experience at a budget price.

Activity location

  • Yala national park
    • Yala national park
    • 82614, Palatupana, Sri Lanka

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Go Yala Hostel
    • 82600, Tissamaharama, Southern Province, Sri Lanka

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Budget Yala Safari: 1 Night Hostel stay & Meals in Tissamaharama
  • Activity duration is 14 hours14h
    14h
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 14:00
Price details
P 2,990.40 x 1 TravelerP 2,990.40
Total
Price is P 2,990.40
Until Wed, Mar 18
full day safari with accomadat
  • Activity duration is 14 hours14h
    14h
  • English

go yala hostel
yala full day safari

Language options: English
Starting time: 14:00
Price details
P 5,980.80 x 1 TravelerP 5,980.80
Total
Price is P 5,980.80
Until Wed, Mar 18

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Traditional Sri Lankan rice & curry dinner on the first night
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    Welcome drink upon arrival
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    Professional driver-guide for the safari
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Shared jeep safari in Yala National Park (half-day or full-day)
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Free Wi-Fi and access to common areas at the hostel
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Light snacks for half-day or full-day safaris
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    Breakfast and lunch (depending on safari option selected)
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    Access to the farm and peaceful lakefront surroundings
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    Bottled water during safari
  • What's includedWhat's included
    1-night stay at Go Yala Hostel (air-conditioned dorm or private room)
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Yala National Park entrance fee (approx. LKR 13,000 / USD 43 per person, payable at the park gate)
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Transportation to/from the hostel outside Tissamaharama (can be arranged at an additional cost)
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Drop-off to other destinations after safari (available at extra cost)
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Extra nights at the hostel beyond the package (bookable separately)
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Optional Cultural Tuk-Tuk Village Tour (temples, lakes, and bat watching)
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Additional food and drinks not mentioned in inclusions
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Personal expenses and tips

Know before you book

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Yala national park

  • 7h
Experience Sri Lanka’s most famous wildlife park with this budget-friendly Yala safari package. Perfect for backpackers, this 2-day, 1-night adventure combines a thrilling jeep safari with a cozy stay at Go Yala Hostel and authentic local meals. Stay in air-conditioned dorms or private rooms surrounded by peaceful lakeside farmland in Tissamaharama. Enjoy Wi-Fi, relaxing common areas, and a traditional Sri Lankan dinner on arrival. Choose your safari: • Morning (5:00 am–12:00 pm) – includes breakfast in the park. • Afternoon (12:00 pm–6:00 pm) – includes light snacks. • Full-day (5:00 am–6:00 pm) – includes breakfast and lunch. Travel in an open-top jeep with a professional guide to spot leopards, elephants, bears, crocodiles, and more. The package includes accommodation, meals, safari, bottled water, and snacks—offering unbeatable value and unforgettable adventure.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIES
    Yala national park
    • Yala national park
    • 82614, Palatupana, Sri Lanka

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Go Yala Hostel
    • 82600, Tissamaharama, Southern Province, Sri Lanka

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