Category: Culture & history

Yala National Park Safari, Ella, and Nuwara Eliya Two-day Tour

A thrilling wildlife safari at Yala National Park kicks off your two-day tour of Sri Lanka's highlights. Yala is a sanctuary bursting with wildlife and known for its high density of leopards. Looking for these majestic creatures in their natural habitat as you navigate through dense jungles, grasslands, lagoons, and coastal areas is a once in a lifetime experience.Next, you'll head for the idyllic hill town of Ella, surrounded by an emerald landscape of tea plantations amid rolling hills, and mesmerizing waterfalls. Hike to Ella Rock for panoramic views of the tea estates, then explore attractions like Ravana Falls and the Nine Arch Bridge.Day two begins with a glorious train ride from Ella to Nanuoya, through hill country scenery. Continue to the photogenic town of Nuwara Eliya, known as ‘Little England.' Here, you'll find cooler weather and British colonial architecture, and you can spend time admiring long views over waterfalls and distant valleys.