The life of a leopard at the park is simple and peaceful. — Photos: ABBI KANTHASAMY
Perched at the edge of civilisation in Sri Lanka, where the wild heart of Yala National Park kisses the rhythmic, crashing waves of the Indian Ocean, lies Uga Chena Huts. This enclave, shrouded by the mystique of untamed wilderness, served as our luxurious base, echoing the seductive call of the wild with every sunset that painted the sky with fiery hues.
The voyage from the bustling corridors of Colombo after a couple of meetings, to the serene expanses of Yala is a journey of transformation. Travelling the approximately 300km can be a scenic delight, typically a drive of around four to five hours. As you leave the cityscape, urban structures give way to verdant padi fields and rustic villages, each mile drawing you closer to a raw, unfiltered communion with nature.
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