Yala is one of the most visited National Parks of Sri Lanka secluded from the busy city life. Though it is a fine distance away from Colombo this spot of wild nature is often visited by both tourists and locals throughout the year. The best time to enter the park is early in the morning where you could catch a glimpse of animals coming out of their homes and if you are lucky you might even spot a peacock in its full form. Among the many animals, the leopard, jungle fowl, peacock, and elephants are the most desired. Though not in huge numbers Yala too is home to a quite a number of elephant dwelling within the premises.

You might even come across herds of elephants munching on tree leaves or bathing in the river which is quite a magnificent sight. Visitors should keep in mind that Yala is solely the territory of the wild and you should always be aware of your safety and not to get out of your vehicle at unsuitable times or places, especially near elephants. However glorious the elephants might be they are always unpredictable. It is always wise to be in your jeep or car while you are in the jungles. There was a time that Yala was flocked with wild elephants walking about but now the Sri Lankan elephants are on the verge of extinction. This wide stretch of wilderness is simply a great place to enjoy the luxuries of wild life.

One would simply be amazed when you witness the rare sights of elephant families bathing and feeding each other along with the baby elephants. You would get the chance of meeting more elephants if you go deeper into the jungle or near the river where they come to drink water or take a bath. Chaaya Wild Yala is a Yala Hotel that gives you the opportunity of elephant watching tours around the jungle and let you experience the life patterns of the wild. This Yala Sri Lanka Hotel is surely going to give you an unforgettable travel experience in Sri Lanka.