From Arugambay : Yala National Park Safari & Dropoff in Ella
Duration 9.5 hours | Live tour guide | Including Shuttle Service
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Start your day in Arugam Bay and travel inland through Yala National Park before reaching the misty hill town of Ella. This one-way journey includes a half-day wildlife safari and door-to-door transfers, making it ideal for travellers heading from the east coast to Sri Lanka’s central highlands.
This route is especially popular with guests leaving the beach and wanting to break up the long transfer with something unforgettable. You’ll travel along scenic rural roads, explore Yala in a proper 4×4 safari jeep, and finish your journey with a relaxing drive through tea country.
Why This Route Is Unmissable
Direct hotel pick-up from Arugam Bay and surrounding areas
Half-day jeep safari through Yala National Park
Flexible start times (morning or afternoon safaris available)
End the day in Ella or Bandarawela with drop-off to your hotel
Your luggage travels safely with you — no need to arrange separate transfers
Highlights
Instead of spending 6–7 hours on a direct transfer, you’ll break the trip perfectly in Yala, the most famous national park in Sri Lanka. Spot leopards, elephants, crocodiles, and more on an exciting jeep safari — then continue onwards to the hills of Ella by late afternoon or evening.
Includes
Professional driver-guide (English-speaking)
Pick-up from hotels in Arugam Bay, Panama, or Pottuvil
Safari jeep with tracker/guide
Drop-off in Ella, Bandarawela or Wellawaya
Shared Toyota Hilux 4×4 safari jeep with individual seats (270° view)
Air-conditioned car or minivan with luggage space for transfers
All fuel, tolls, and taxes
Yala entrance & service fee (approx. USD 43 pp, payable in LKR)
Meals & drinks (add-on: picnic breakfast USD 8, lunch USD 10)
Arugam Bay to Ella via Yala – A Scenic One-Way Adventure
This is the perfect inland route for travellers moving between Arugam Bay and Ella. You avoid the long and tiring direct drive — and instead enjoy a professionally guided safari in one of Sri Lanka’s most famous national parks.
Guests often describe this route as the highlight of their trip. It’s also a convenient way to reach Ella while ticking off a Yala safari on the same day.
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