About Yala Safari Tours
40+ years of creating unforgettable wildlife experiences in Sri Lanka's most spectacular national parks.
From One Jeep to Sri Lanka's Trusted Safari Operator
Yala Safari Tours began with a simple dream: to share the incredible wildlife of Yala National Park with visitors from around the world. Founded by Kasun Perera, a local who grew up exploring these lands, we started with just one jeep and an unwavering passion for conservation.
Over the years, we've grown into one of the most trusted safari operators in the region. But our core values remain unchanged - safety, conservation, and creating authentic wildlife experiences that leave lasting memories.
Today, we operate a fleet of 10 well-maintained jeeps with a team of 8 experienced guides. We've helped over 10,000 guests experience the magic of Sri Lanka's wildlife, maintaining a 4.9-star rating on Google.
Our Core Values
Safety First
All our jeeps undergo regular maintenance and our guides are trained in first aid. Your safety is our priority.
Conservation
We follow strict park guidelines and educate guests about wildlife conservation and responsible tourism.
Passion
We love what we do. Our genuine enthusiasm for wildlife makes every safari a memorable experience.
Community
We employ local guides and support community development projects in villages around Yala.
Our Expert Guides
Our guides are the heart of our operation. Each one is a certified naturalist with years of experience in Yala and surrounding parks.
Shalitha Ashan
Lead Guide
Born and raised near Yala, he has an unmatched knowledge of the park's wildlife and terrain. His leopard-spotting skills are legendary.Good with English and Germen language.
Vinod Ravin
Senior Safari Guide
A certified naturalist with expertise in bird identification. Nuwan has helped guests spot over 200 bird species.
Sandaru Dinusha
Safari Guide & Photographer
Combines safari expertise with professional photography skills. Perfect for guests who want the best wildlife shots.
Rasindu Sankalpa
Safari Guide
Well known English with perfect knowledge about the park and wildlife.
Tharanga
Safari Guide
well known engilish with perfect knowledge about the park and wildlife
Key Milestones
Started operations with 1 jeep
Expanded to 5 jeeps and 5 guides
Received Tourism Excellence Award
Celebrated 5000+ satisfied customers
Launched multi-park safari packages
Fleet expanded to 10 modern jeeps
Licensed & Certified
SLTDA Licensed
Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority
Certified Guides
Wildlife Conservation Department
Top Rated
TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence
Ready to Experience Yala With Us?
Book your safari today and let our expert guides show you the magic of Sri Lanka's wildlife.
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