Overview
Yala Weheragala National Park (Block 5/6) offers a different side of the Yala landscape, with a quieter atmosphere, fewer vehicles, and a stronger sense of remote wilderness than the busier main sectors.
This area combines dry forest, scrubland, rocky terrain, and seasonal water sources that attract elephants, crocodiles, deer, peafowl, and a wide range of birdlife, with the added excitement of possible leopard sightings.
Guests who choose Block 5/6 often do so for a more relaxed safari rhythm and the chance to spend longer stretches in a less crowded environment.
Morning Safari and Evening Safari each run for 5 hours, while the Full-Day Safari runs for 10 hours. Entrance tickets must be purchased separately by the guests.
What sets our drives apart
- Dedicated safari coverage in Yala Block 5/6
- A quieter alternative to busier Yala routes
- Morning and Evening Safaris run for 5 hours
- Full-Day Safari runs for 10 hours
- Per-vehicle pricing with a dedicated jeep and guide
Wildlife you might encounter
- Leopard
- Asian elephant
- Mugger crocodile
- Spotted deer and sambar
- Wild boar
- Peafowl
- Raptors and wetland birds
Best time to visit
Conditions vary through the year, but drier periods usually make Block 5/6 easier to cover. Early and late drives are especially rewarding for wildlife movement and bird activity.
Typical drive length
Morning Safari and Evening Safari each run for 5 hours. Full-Day Safari runs for 10 hours.
Blocks, gates & routing
Weheragala access and routing depend on current road conditions, seasonal water, and recent wildlife movement across Block 5/6. We plan the safari to make the most of this quieter sector while keeping the route realistic and comfortable.
Included with our safaris
- Private 4x4 safari jeep
- Experienced driver-guide
- We will provide an experienced driver who knows the best places to spot leopards
- Pickup and drop-off coordination
- Route planning based on current Block 5/6 conditions
- Camera or binoculars if you enjoy wildlife photography
- Free fruit plate
Exclusions
- National park entrance tickets (purchased separately by guests)
- Gratuities
- Personal expenses
What to bring
- Neutral clothing for warm daytime conditions
- Hat, sunscreen, and sunglasses
- Insect repellent
Packages & from pricing
Safari rates are charged per vehicle. National park entrance tickets must be purchased separately by guests.
Morning Safari
LKR 18,000 per vehicle
5 hours
A 5-hour early safari through Yala Block 5/6, suited to guests who want quieter roads and productive morning wildlife movement.
Includes
- — Private 4x4 safari jeep
- — Experienced driver-guide
- — 5-hour safari duration
Meal package
- — Breakfast
- — Free water bottle
- — Free fruit plate
- — Breakfast menu: sandwich, 2 sausages, 1 Smak fruit juice, 1 egg, and 1 piece of cake
- — Vegetarian options available on request
LKR 1,250 per mealEvening Safari
LKR 18,000 per vehicle
5 hours
A 5-hour late safari in Block 5/6, ideal for guests who want softer evening light and a quieter drive through the Weheragala sector.
Includes
- — Private 4x4 safari jeep
- — Experienced driver-guide
- — 5-hour safari duration
Meal package
- — Free fruit plate
- — Free water bottle
Full-Day Safari
LKR 35,000 per vehicle
10 hours
A 10-hour safari for guests who want extended coverage inside Weheragala and more time to explore the varied habitats of Block 5/6.
Includes
- — Private 4x4 safari jeep
- — Experienced driver-guide
- — 10-hour safari duration
Meal package
- — Lunch
- — Free water bottle
- — Free fruit plate
- — Fruit snack
- — Breakfast can be arranged on request
- — Lunch options: rice and curry or set menu
- — Vegetarian options available on request
LKR 900 per meal
Meeting point & logistics
Pickup can be arranged from your hotel or a suitable meeting point near the Weheragala access area, depending on your route and safari timing.
- • Pricing is per vehicle, not per person.
- • Weheragala is ideal for guests who want a quieter Yala-style safari.
- • National park entrance tickets must be purchased separately by guests.
More parks: Yala National Park · Bundala National Park.