South Coast Beaches & Yala
Photo: Dinuka Lankaloka / Unsplash
Slow days on the south coast combined with an early-morning safari in Yala National Park, home to one of the highest densities of leopards in the world. Best from November to April, when the south coast seas are calm.
Suggested itinerary
A starting point. We can change the order, add nights or swap stops.
Day 1, overnight in Galle
Arrival and drive to Galle
Meet your driver and take the expressway to the south coast.
Day 2, overnight in Galle
Galle Fort
Walk the ramparts, lanes and lighthouse of the old fort.
Day 3, overnight in Mirissa
To Mirissa
Stilt fishermen and quiet bays on the way to Mirissa.
Day 4, overnight in Mirissa
Mirissa
Optional whale watching, then a free beach day.
Day 5, overnight in Tissamaharama
Yala safari
Drive east for an afternoon safari in Yala National Park.
Day 6
Departure
An optional morning safari, then the drive to the airport.
What's included
Included
- Private air-conditioned vehicle with driver
- Fuel, parking and highway tolls
- Airport pickup and drop-off
Not included
- Safari jeep and park fees
- Accommodation unless arranged in your quotation
- Meals
- Personal expenses and tips
Optional extras
Yala safari jeep
Morning or full-day, with park fees
Whale watching from Mirissa
Roughly November to April
