Private Transfer
Yala → Tangalle
Door-to-door private transfer · Experienced English-speaking driver
Distance
102 km
Duration
2 – 2.5 hours
Starting from
$51
Trip type
One-way
Yala to Tangalle Transfer
Leaving Yala the route passes through Tissamaharama and skirts the coast past Hambantota's lagoons and salt pans to reach Tangalle. The drive is straightforward and typically takes under 2.5 hours.
What the Drive Is Like
Roads
The A2 coastal road east through Hambantota then turns inland via Tissamaharama on the A2/B roads to the Yala park entrance. Roads are generally good; the final approach to Palatupana gate is narrow.
Scenery
Flat southern coastline with salt pans around Hambantota, lagoons, and dry scrub transitioning to the wildlife-rich bush at Yala.
★ Travel Tips
- Bundala National Park lies between Hambantota and Tissamaharama, worth a short stop for birdwatching, especially November to February.
- Book Yala safari jeeps in advance during peak season (December to April) as they sell out early.
- Yala gate closes at 6pm; plan arrival by 5pm at the latest.
$ Pricing Breakdown
Tolls, parking & waiting charges extra. Price per vehicle, not per person.
This is a standard estimate based on distance
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✓ Included
- Private A/C vehicle
- English-speaking driver
- Fuel
- Door-to-door service
- Meet & greet (airports)
× Not included
- Toll charges
- Parking fees
- Waiting charges
- Driver accommodation (overnight trips)
Towns Along the Way
Your driver can stop at points of interest along the way, just ask.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a Yala to Tangalle transfer cost?+
Private transfers start from $51 per vehicle (one-way). The rate is $0.5 per km with a minimum fare of $50. Tolls, parking & waiting charges extra.
How long is the Yala to Tangalle drive?+
Approximately 102 km — around 2 – 2.5 hours. Times vary with traffic and any stops.
Can I book a return trip?+
Yes. Return transfers are quoted separately. Mention your return date in the notes when enquiring.
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Yala → Tangalle
102 km · From $51
Fleet Options
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Plan Your Visit
Top Places to Visit in Tangalle
Make the most of your trip — these attractions are in and around Tangalle.
Tangalle Beach
A long, palm-fringed beach near Tangalle town, 190km from Colombo, with several quiet bays separated by rocky headlands and one of the most important leatherback turtle nesting beaches in Asia.
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Mulgirigala Rock Temple
A cave temple complex on a 200m isolated granite rock 7km north of Tangalle, founded in the 3rd century BC, with five levels of painted shrines and panoramic views from the summit dagoba.
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Hummanaya Blowhole
The second largest blowhole in the world near Dickwella, where waves forced through a 27m rock tunnel eject water jets up to 23m high during strong south-west swells.
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