Track Sri Lanka’s elusive top predator on a guided leopard safari where calm confidence meets thrilling moments of wild beauty.
In the wild heart of Sri Lanka, the Sri Lankan Leopard (Panthera pardus kotiya) reigns supreme. As the island’s top predator and an endangered subspecies found nowhere else on Earth, the leopard is the ultimate icon of Sri Lankan wildlife safaris.
Unlike in most of Asia, where leopards are notoriously elusive, Sri Lanka offers the rare privilege of seeing them in broad daylight. The absence of competing large carnivores means that adults and cubs roam confidently, often draped across rocky outcrops or padding along sunlit tracks. Yala National Park, renowned as the best place in Asia to see leopards, holds one of the highest leopard densities in the world, offering unmatched opportunities for wildlife photography.
Beyond Yala, Wilpattu National Park, a land of mysterious forest paths and shimmering sand-rimmed villus (natural ponds), harbors a quieter population of leopards for those who prefer serene, undisturbed safaris. On the right day, a leopard’s golden coat against the lush backdrop of Sri Lanka’s wilderness is a moment that lingers forever.
Jetwing Eco Holidays was the pioneer of Leopard Safaris in Sri Lanka, recognizing early the island’s unique position as Asia’s premier destination for leopard watching. Today, our expertly curated journeys blend luxury, eco-conscious travel, and extraordinary wildlife experiences, inviting you to step into the territory of these magnificent big cats.
