Yala National Park · The Main Block
The block our guests ask for first. Home to a higher leopard population than Block 5, just 11 km from Kataragama.
Yala Block 1, the Main Block, is the most famous part of the park among our guests. It offers the best chance in Yala to try for a leopard, with elephants, crocodiles and a huge variety of birds along the way. Your experienced driver/guide knows the tracks, the waterholes and the right moments to be there.
Every safari is different. These are the animals our guests see in Block 1. The golden ones are the rare, special sightings.
Wildlife is wild, so sightings can never be guaranteed.
Early morning and late evening are best, when animals are most active and the light is soft. Tap to see how each session works.
Choose Half Day Morning (6–10 AM) or Morning Plus (6 AM–12 PM).
Choose Half Day Evening (2–6 PM), or Full Day to see both.
In Block 1 the mid-day break (12–2 PM) applies, so jeeps rest near the beach or riverbank.
Block 1 has the higher leopard population and is the most popular with our guests. Block 5/6 is a good alternative, with a hidden-gem feel.
About 11 km.
Early morning and late evening, when animals are most active.
Leopards and sloth bears are the rarer sightings. They take patience and luck, and more time in the park improves your chances.
No. Entrance tickets are separate, and we can help you buy them.
Yes, you have the option to pay after the safari.
Message us your date, the safari type, and the number of adults and children. We will take care of the rest.
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