Title: Things to Do in Palatupana in 2026 | Expedia.com [Palatupana Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Palatupana.dx3000003076)[Hotels in Palatupana](https://expedia.com/Palatupana-Hotels.d3000003076.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Palatupana](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Palatupana.d3000003076.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Car Rentals in Palatupana](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Palatupana.d3000003076.Car-Rental-Guide)[Palatupana Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Palatupana.d3000003076.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Things to do in Palatupana ## Find and book activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Palatupana Types of activities [Palatupana Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Palatupana.dx3000003076) ![An amazingly attractive #nationalpark on the fringes of #Indian #Ocean in #SriLanka. Winter is a lovely time to visit the place. #winterwonders](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000003076/a82aaec9-d225-4740-81cf-f925cd571152.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![An amazingly attractive #nationalpark on the fringes of #Indian #Ocean in #SriLanka. Winter is a lovely time to visit the place. #winterwonders](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000003076/a82aaec9-d225-4740-81cf-f925cd571152.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![#beachbound exploring the park in a gypsy as part of jungle safari, the last thing that one expects is a pristine yellow beach with tranquil indian ocean at the edge of it](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000003076/52f870f0-596b-4940-96b5-58efc4760ecc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Waiting for its prey. #crocodile. #winterwonders #yala #nationalpark](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000003076/95382c6c-bcbf-4042-ae8f-cf646f2b36b1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![#Peacock with its feather spreads in a lovely #winter destination. #winterwonders ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000003076/ecaa5d57-8152-4492-afd3-ab2fb6b5a01e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ### Palatupana Attractions Find out what makes Palatupana tick with the most popular [tours & day trips](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/en/search?rid=3000003076&rfrr=ATG.LP.BodyContent&categories=ToursDayTrips). Check out our top {102 fun activities in Palatupana [fun activities in Palatupana](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/en/search?rid=3000003076&rfrr=ATG.LP.BodyContent)}, and rest easy knowing that we offer free cancellation and no added fees. --- --- ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2026/02/06/expedia-sale-2026-desktop-us-ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1400&h=600&q=mediumHigh) ## The Annual Vacation Sale Members save up to 40% on hotels and homes. Plan this year’s big trip and save. [Book now](https://expedia.com/deals?rfrr=ACTIVITIES_SPRING_PROMO_3000003076) ## Recommended things to do in Palatupana | Number of things to do | 102 | | ------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Special Leopards Safari Yala National Park - 04:30 AM to 11:30 AM](/things-to-do/special-leopards-safari-yala-national-park-04-30-am-to-11-30-am.a50879790.activity-details): $58 | | Top 5 things to do | [Yala National Park special Half-Day & Full-Day Safari Adventure](/things-to-do/yala-national-park-special-half-day-full-day-safari-adventure.a49687513.activity-details)[Half Day Safari Tour at Yala National Park](/things-to-do/half-day-safari-tour-at-yala-national-park.a51586868.activity-details)[Yala National Park Special Leopard Safari Tours By Dinuka Safari](/things-to-do/yala-national-park-special-morning-safari-tours-4-45am-10-00am.a49274359.activity-details)[Full day / Half Day WildlifeAdventure in Yala-National-Park](/things-to-do/private-safari-tours-at-yala-national-park.a1819355.activity-details)[Special Leopard Safari Tour Yala National Park](/things-to-do/special-leopard-safari-tour-yala-national-park.a51584072.activity-details) | | Under $25 | [Half Day Safari Tour at Yala National Park](/things-to-do/half-day-safari-tour-at-yala-national-park.a51586868.activity-details)[Yala National Park Special Leopard Safari Tours By Dinuka Safari](/things-to-do/yala-national-park-special-morning-safari-tours-4-45am-10-00am.a49274359.activity-details)[Special Leopard Safari Tour Yala National Park](/things-to-do/special-leopard-safari-tour-yala-national-park.a51584072.activity-details)[Yala National Park Half Day / Full Day Special Safari Tours](/things-to-do/yala-national-park-half-day-safari-tours-by-dinuka-safari-7-hours.a49214053.activity-details)[Yala National Park Jeep Safari Full Day 7hr or 4hr Safari](/things-to-do/yala-national-park-jeep-safari-full-day-7hr-or-4hr-safari.a51486012.activity-details) | | With kids | [Yala National Park special Half-Day & Full-Day Safari Adventure](/things-to-do/yala-national-park-special-half-day-full-day-safari-adventure.a49687513.activity-details)[Yala National Park Special Leopard Safari Tours By Dinuka Safari](/things-to-do/yala-national-park-special-morning-safari-tours-4-45am-10-00am.a49274359.activity-details)[Full day / Half Day WildlifeAdventure in Yala-National-Park](/things-to-do/private-safari-tours-at-yala-national-park.a1819355.activity-details)[Yala National Park Half Day / Full Day Special Safari Tours](/things-to-do/yala-national-park-half-day-safari-tours-by-dinuka-safari-7-hours.a49214053.activity-details)[Yala National Park Safari Tours - Half Day & Full Day](/things-to-do/yala-national-park-5-hour-safari-tour-2-sessions.a2715986.activity-details) | ## What to do in Palatupana - With kids ### Things to Do in Palatupana with Kids There's fun for the whole family wherever you roam in Palatupana. Here are some [family friendly experiences](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/en/search?rid=3000003076&rfrr=ATG.LP.BodyContent&categories=Family%20Friendly) you can do together that promise to make your break a blast: - [Morning Shared Safari at Bundala Park by La Safari Inn Tours.](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/morning-shared-safari-at-bundala-park-by-la-safari-inn-tours.a1071570.activity-details) - [Yala Camping by Ajith Safaris - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/yala-camping-by-ajith-safaris-all-inclusive.a2752320.activity-details) - [Private safari Tours at Udawalawa National Park](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/private-safari-tours-at-udawalawa-national-park.a1981370.activity-details) - [Learn how to cook your authentic Sri Lankan lunch with a village women](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/learn-how-to-cook-your-authentic-sri-lankan-lunch-with-a-village-women.a2742136.activity-details) --- Looking for sports, concerts, or theater events in Palatupana? [Search event tickets](https://www.expedia.com/event-tickets/) to see what's happening today, or to plan what to do this weekend! --- --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Palatupana #### Tissa Lake Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Tissa Lake during your travels in Thissamaharama. [](https://expedia.com/Tissa-Lake-Thissamaharama.d553248634141424074.Vacation-Attraction) #### Yatala Dagoba You can find out about the history of Thissamaharama when you stop by Yatala Dagoba. You can seek out the safari tours while in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Yatala-Dagoba-Thissamaharama.d553248621526915058.Vacation-Attraction) #### Tissamaharama Raja Maha Vihara Learn about the local history of Thissamaharama when you take a trip to Tissamaharama Raja Maha Vihara. [](https://expedia.com/Tissamaharama-Raja-Maha-Vihara-Thissamaharama.d553248635998086036.Vacation-Attraction) #### Palatupana Beach Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Palatupana Beach during your trip to Palatupana? Wander the parks and seaside in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Palatupana-Beach-Thissamaharama.d553248635977255854.Vacation-Attraction) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Popular day trips from Palatupana ![Playful kitty-catish welcome to the park P.S. Exploring Yala is such a treat! https://bit.ly/2UULzQa](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/645003002291478528/030987e4-3e35-46a2-8448-75b7598a4e89.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Yala ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Palatupana worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Palatupana? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Palatupana? ### Is three days enough to stay in Palatupana? ### What are some activities to do in Palatupana with kids? > - [Yala National Park special Half-Day & Full-Day Safari Adventure](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/yala-national-park-special-half-day-full-day-safari-adventure.a49687513.activity-details) > - [Yala National Park Special Leopard Safari Tours By Dinuka Safari](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/yala-national-park-special-morning-safari-tours-4-45am-10-00am.a49274359.activity-details) > - [Full day / Half Day WildlifeAdventure in Yala-National-Park](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/private-safari-tours-at-yala-national-park.a1819355.activity-details) > - 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