Wildlife in Yala National Park, Sri Lanka 19 Jul 2017

Posted on 19 Jul 2017
Cattle Egret standing on a Water Buffalo's head in Yala West National Park, Sri Lanka
Cattle Egret standing on a Water Buffalo's head in Yala West National Park, Sri Lanka
Cattle Egret standing on a Water Buffalo's head in Yala West National Park, Sri Lanka

About this photo

Visiting Sri Lanka's most famous national park, Yala, is a must-do in order to get up close to the country's diverse wildlife. Animals like leopards, elephants and crocodiles live here in close proximity, as seen by this cattle egret finding a comfortable perch on a water buffalo's head. 

The national park offers 378 square miles of wild land, which can be discovered in many ways. Bungalows and camping allow a night time experience, while 4x4 safaris will get you up close to animals in daylight hours. Alternatively, you can chose to walk along beaches and through the bush for a more natural experience. Enjoy a guided tour of Yala and other national parks in Sri Lanka on Insight Guides' Sri Lankan Wildlife Discovery trip.  

This article was originally published on 14 November, 2015

About photographer

Hugh Lansdown/Shutterstock