Entrance Fee to Yala National Park for Foreign Visitors
The official entrance fee for adults aged 12 and above coming from another country and willing to visit Yala National Park in Sri Lanka includes:
About $25 during the peak season
About $20 during the off-peak season
👶 Kids (Visitors from Other Countries)
Kids coming from another country, aged 6 to 12:
About $15 during the peak season
About $10 during the off-peak season
Important Notes
• These fees are set by the Department of Wildlife Conservation in Sri Lanka, and they only apply to the entrance fee.
• The fees for the jeep safari in Yala National Park, including the 4×4 vehicle, may vary depending on the duration of the safari, either half or full day.
• Additional VAT and service charges apply at the entrance gate.
• Children below 6 years old are normally not required to pay the entrance fee, but it’s best to confirm this at the entrance gate.
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🐘 What the Entrance Fee Includes
✔ Yala National Park entrance
✔ Conservation fees
✔ Maintenance fees
✔ Taxes
What the Entrance Fee Excludes
Yala Safari
🚗 Jeep Hire
👨💼 Driver/Guide
🍴 Meals
🅿 Special Permits
(e.g., overnight stay inside the park)
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