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Safari Tips · Mar 23, 2026

Camping vs Hotels Near Yala: Why Glamping Is the Authentic Choice

Hotels near Yala offer air conditioning and pool bars. Glamping offers leopard calls at midnight and elephants at dawn....

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Travel Planning · Mar 23, 2026

Things to Do Near Yala: Kataragama, Kirinda and Beyond

Yala is surrounded by temples, beaches, ancient monasteries, and wild coastal roads. Here are the best things to do near...

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Camp Life · Mar 23, 2026

Sri Lanka's Only Pet-Friendly Safari Camp

Camp Leopard welcomes well-behaved dogs to stay on-site while you safari. Meet our resident rescue pack and learn how we...

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Yala Guides · Mar 23, 2026

Yala Block 1 vs Block 5: Which Safari Route Is Right For You?

Block 1 has the leopards and the crowds. Block 5 has the elephants and the silence. Here is an honest comparison to help...

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Yala Guides · Mar 23, 2026

The Ultimate Guide to Yala National Park Safari (2026)

Everything you need to know before your first Yala safari. From the six park blocks and Big Five wildlife to costs, pack...

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Travel Planning · Mar 22, 2026

Solo Safari in Sri Lanka: Why Yala Is Perfect for Independent Travellers

Yala works for solo travellers because it is inherently social. Here is how the Yala Hideout groups independents around...

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Yala Guides · Mar 22, 2026

The B35 Elephant Road: What TikTok Does Not Tell You About Driving Through Yala

The B35 is a public road that cuts through Yala buffer zone. TikTok made it famous. Here is what the viral videos leave...

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Travel Planning · Mar 22, 2026

Family Safari in Sri Lanka: A Parent's Honest Guide to Yala with Kids

Is Yala safe for kids? What age works best? What actually happens on a family safari day? A parent-focused guide from a...

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