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Yala One Day Tour
1 day
Full Day
Instant confirmation
About this activity
In 1560 Spanish cartographer Cipriano Sanchez noted Yala in his map “is abandoned for 300 years due to insalubrious conditions.”[1] Chief Justice Sir Alexander Johnston wrote a detailed account on Yala in 1806 after travelling from Trincomalee to Hambantota. On March 23, 1900 the government proclaimed Yala and Wilpattu reserves under the Forest Ordinance.Initially the extent of the reserve was 389 square kilometres (150 sq mi) between the Menik and Kumbukkan Rivers. At that time the reserve did not bear the name Yala. The Game Protection Society (now the Wildlife and Nature Protection Society) was instrumental in establishing the reserve. The forest area between Palatupana and Yala was declared a hunting site reserved only for the resident sportsmen.[2] Henry Engelbrecht Was appointed as the first park warden.
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Included
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- National Park fees
- Driver/guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Private tour
- Transport by private vehicle
Not included
- Drinks
- Food and drinks
- Lunch
Additional
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Dress code is smart casual
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
Features
Tourism
95%
Cultural
75%
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