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Yala National Park

යාල ජාතික වනෝද්‍යානය யால தேசிய வனம்

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Yala National Park
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Sri Lanka’s most visited national park, on the dry south-east coast. Block 1 is famous for one of the highest densities of leopards anywhere, along with elephants, sloth bears, crocodiles and a long list of water birds.

Entrance fees

Fees for this place have not been added yet. Ask at the entrance or check with the Department of Wildlife Conservation.

Fees are set by the government and change from time to time. Confirm at the gate or on the official booking site before you go.

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