Yala National Park - Travel Addict on a Budget

In Search of Leopards

January 25, 2026January 25, 2026

In Search of LeopardsEarly Morning Safari at Yala National ParkI was so tired from the two safaris yesterday that I fell asleep before blogging.I wake up on my own at 4:55am. After three safaris I’ve recognized that it’s best to tie back my hair if I don’t want it to get knotted.Our guide, Bindu, has been doing safaris for thirty one years. Today he decides to take the back …

Udawelawe to Tissamaharama

January 24, 2026January 24, 2026

Udawelawe to TissamaharamaMorning Safari in Udawelawe National ParkFrom our room at Peacock Villa we hear animals in the night. I love that.We are up before dawn at 5:00am. It is surprisingly cool and Nalaka (our host and safari guide) suggests I put on something warmer. I am glad to take his advice. It is chilly.We are in the park at 6am. The horizon has a rosy glow and it …