Distance from Colombo 309 km.
Sri Lanka is famous for its wildlife. There are many National parks and
sanctuaries where one can see animals in their natural habitat. Major animals
that roam in National Park include elephants, leopards, sloth bears, deers,
monkeys, wild buffalos, wild boars, porcupines, civet cats, jackals, mongooses,
several varieties of lizards, squirrels, reptiles and amphibians.
Yala is approximately 1,259 sq.km in extent and is located in the south
eastern corner of the island. Its northern boundaries border the Lahugala
Elephant Sanctuary and it has the added bonus of scenic ocean frontage.
The terrain is a varied course of flat plains altering with rocky outcrops.
The vegetation ranges from open parklands to dense jungle. Water holes,
small lakes, lagoons and streams provide water for the animals and birds.
The specialty here is the large numbers of elephants.
Yala National Park, Sri Lanka Wildlife - Reservation Form
