Wildlife and nature

National parks, safaris, whales and the best seasons to see them.

Leopard resting on a rock outcrop at sunrise in Yala National Park, Sri Lanka
Wildlife and nature

Yala vs Udawalawe vs Wilpattu: which safari to choose

Yala for leopards, Udawalawe for elephants, Wilpattu for quiet forest and sloth bears. How the three big Sri Lanka safaris compare, when to go and which one fits your route.

By VisitLanka team7 min read

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