YALAHome / Safari + Transfer / Ella → Arugam Bay
Ella → Yala → Arugam Bay
Tea hills to surf breaks, with a Yala safari in between
Start in Ella's green hills. Stop at Yala for leopards and elephants. Finish the day in Arugam Bay's surf.
- A real Yala game drive, not just a drive-by
- Your bags travel with you, no storage, no second trip
- Pickup and drop-off at both ends
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Illustrative image- PickupElla
- En routeYala safari
- Drop-offArugam Bay
9 to 10 hoursLKR 31,300 / car, up to 4
Book this journeyFree cancellation up to 24h · no booking fees
What's included
- A real Yala game drive, not just a drive-by
- Your bags travel with you, no storage, no second trip
- Pickup and drop-off at both ends
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Good to know
- Park entrance tickets (~LKR 16,150 adult) are extra, paid online or in cash at the gate
- Private car, just your group, 1 to 4 people at this price, a bigger group needs a second car
- Bumpy roads inside the park; not ideal if you're pregnant or have back problems
- Sightings are wild. Never guaranteed, always worth it
Before you book
Why pickup is at 02:00 – 02:30
Yala's gates open at first light, and that is when the park is best: animals move at dawn, then rest once the day heats up. Getting you to the gate for opening means starting in the dark from Ella.
We confirm your exact pickup time the evening before, so you are never guessing.
Questions people ask
Is this a long day?
Yes, honestly. It's a full day of driving and safari together. Most guests sleep well that night.
Can we stop at Kumana on the way?
Ask us when you book. Some dates allow a short Kumana stop.
Do we arrive in time to surf?
Yes, with daylight left for an evening session.