Kandy to Yala
Travel from Kandy to Yala with a private chauffeur from SL RIDE. The cultural heart of Sri Lanka, set among misty hills and home to the revered Temple of the Tooth Relic. Sri Lanka's premier wildlife reserve, renowned for the world's highest density of leopards and diverse ecosystems. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the scenic drive across Sri Lanka.
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Distance
196 km
Estimated Travel Time
~4h 54m
Vehicle Options
Car, Van, Bus
Things to Do in Kandy
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Kandy Lake & City Walk
A pleasant walk around the scenic lake in the heart of Kandy, with views of the cloud-capped hills.
Peradeniya Royal Botanical Gardens
Stroll through 147 acres of stunning gardens featuring giant bamboo, orchids, a spice garden, and a famous Java fig tree.
Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage
Visit the world-famous Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage, home to the largest herd of captive elephants in the world. Watch baby elephants being bottle-fed and see the entire herd walk to the nearby river for their daily bath — a truly magical experience just a short drive from Kandy.
Spice Garden Tour
Learn about cinnamon, cardamom, and other native spices at a working plantation outside Kandy.
Temple of the Tooth Relic
Visit Sri Lanka's most sacred Buddhist site, housing the revered tooth relic of the Buddha within a beautiful golden shrine.
Traditional Kandyan Cultural Dance Show
A colourful evening performance of ancient Kandyan drumming, fire walking, and classical dance.
Things to Do in Yala
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Morning Wildlife Safari
An early-morning jeep safari when wildlife is most active — ideal for leopard and elephant sightings.
Sithulpawwa Rock Temple
Explore a 2,000-year-old rock monastery hidden within the national park, with cave shrines and hilltop views.
Yala National Park Jeep Safari
Spot leopards, elephants, sloth bears, and hundreds of bird species in Sri Lanka's most celebrated wildlife reserve.
