Beach to bush

Yala Safari from Mirissa

Pickup from Mirissa or Weligama, private jeep in Yala, park tickets in the quote. Return to the beach or continue east.

  • Mirissa pickup
  • Private jeep
  • Fees included
  • Return or onward drop

Mirissa to Palatupana is typically 2.5–3.5 hours. Morning safaris need a pre-dawn pickup. Afternoon safaris are easier on beach-holiday sleep schedules.

Whale morning vs Yala morning

Do not stack a Mirissa whale trip and a 6:00 AM Yala gate on the same morning. Pick one dawn. Afternoon Yala after a whale morning is the combination that actually fits a beach stay.

From-prices below are per person in a private jeep of 6. Park entrance, jeep, taxes, and water are in the quote. $30 deposit online; balance on arrival. Long-distance pickup is extra.

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Four private jeep options

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Safari Time From (USD) Book
Morning 5:30 – 10:30 $57 Book
Extended morning 5:30 – 12:30 $60 Book
Afternoon 13:30 – 18:30 $57 Book
Full day 5:30 – 18:30 $72 Book

Frequently asked questions

Morning or afternoon from Mirissa?

Morning is better for leopards. Afternoon is better if you do not want a 3 AM alarm. Both are private jeeps with the same driver pool.

Do you pick up from Weligama or Hiriketiya?

Yes, long-distance pickup is available. Send the hotel name on WhatsApp for a transfer price.

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