What is Yala National Park in Sri Lanka famous for?

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1. What is Yala National Park in Sri Lanka famous for?
2. What is the best time to visit Yala?
3. Where is Yala National Park situated?
4. How much does Yala safari cost?
5. How much does Yala National Park cost?
6. Can you see Tigers in Sri Lanka?
7. What is the best time to visit Wilpattu National Park?
8. How many national parks are there in Sri Lanka?
9. In which district is Wilpattu?
10. Can I drink the water in Sri Lanka?
11. Which side of Sri Lanka is best?

What is Yala National Park in Sri Lanka famous for?

Yala was designated as a wildlife sanctuary in 1900, and, along with Wilpattu was one of the first two national parks in Sri Lanka, having been designated in 1938. The park is best known for its variety of wild animals. It is important for the conservation of Sri Lankan elephants, Sri Lankan leopards and aquatic birds.

What is the best time to visit Yala?

Best time to visit Yala National Park For the most reliable wildlife sightings, it's best to visit Yala in the dry season from February to June. With the water levels lower, it's easier to spot animals coming out to the lagoons to drink. The park normally closes each year for the month of September for maintenance.

Where is Yala National Park situated?

Sri Lanka Nestled in the south-eastern corner of Sri Lanka, Yala National Park is the island's principle national park and offers the greatest diversity of animal and birdlife in the country. The habitats found in the park are wide-ranging, from freshwater lakes to beaches, rocky outcrops to green plains and jungle.

How much does Yala safari cost?

Rates for half day safari game drive at Yala National Park

​Adult	Cost in USD
4	$125.00
5	$143.00
6	$161.00
7	​$179.00

How much does Yala National Park cost?

The entrance to the park is about 3,700 rupees, but it changes often. The tours should cost about 4,000 to 6,000 on top of the admission ticket.

Can you see Tigers in Sri Lanka?

Are there tigers in Sri Lanka? No, there are no tigers in Sri Lanka. Leopards are the apex predators on the island – which may explains why it's easier to see leopards in Sri Lanka than on a South African safari, for example.

What is the best time to visit Wilpattu National Park?

May The best time to visit the 'land of the lakes', or Wilpattu National Park, is May to early September during the drought, when animals are drawn out to their waterholes.

How many national parks are there in Sri Lanka?

22 National Parks National parks are allowed for public to see & study wildlife. There are 22 National Parks declared in Sri Lanka.

In which district is Wilpattu?

The park is located 30 km (19 mi) west Anuradhapura and 26 km (16 mi) north of Puttalam (approximately 180 km (110 mi) north of Colombo)....

Wilpattu National Park
Location	North Western and North Central provinces, Sri Lanka
Nearest city	Mannar
Coordinates	8°26′N 80°00′ECoordinates: 8°26′N 80°00′E
Area	1,316.671km2

Can I drink the water in Sri Lanka?

Avoid drinking tap water in Sri Lanka. Although it's generally chlorinated and safe to drink, the unfamiliar micro-organisms it contains (compared with what you're used to at home) can easily precipitate a stomach upset. Also avoid ice, unless you're sure that it's been made with boiled or purified water.

Which side of Sri Lanka is best?

The south coast is one of Sri Lanka's most rewarding areas to visit. Representing the island in microcosm, the region offers gorgeous beaches, colonial towns, and superb wildlife parks, as well as a host of Buddhist shrines and temples.