• November 24th: November is bang in the middle of a unique season in Yala, as its leopards are known to have cubs during this time. Participants leave Chennai on the 8:55am flight and after arriving at Colombo, you will be greeted by our local representative and begin a 6 hour long journey to finally arrive at Yala, a luxury eco-resort bordering the Yala Wildlife Sanctuary and the Indian Ocean. We will get to know each other over dinner and discuss the next morning's plan before finally retiring for the night.
• November 25th: The gates at Yala open with the first rays of sunlight. Hoping to be one of the first few to enter the park in order to track leopard activity based on the pug marks, we will arrive very early at the gate before sun rise. Our first safari is aimed at understanding the park, its rules, its routes etc. At the same time and if luck favors have a glimpse of the vast array of exciting wildlife that Yala has to offer. The main focus of this tour is to photograph the Leopard & our guides are handpicked so as we have maximum chance to sight one. We arrive back at the lodge and after lunch, we gather for a quick discussion on the afternoon game plan. We set out for the afternoon drive in the park every day by 2:30 PM and return to our lodges by sun set. Every evening, we spend at least an hour before dinner interacting with the group. This is when we would review photographs, discuss learning's and celebrate our day.
• November 26th – 27th: Our routine while at Yala is going to be very similar every day except that our luck is unpredictable. Hence, everyday is guaranteed to be different, with more and more exciting sightings assured. By the end of 27th November, we would have done atleast six safaris inside Yala.
• November 28th: All good things come to an end !!!...And its time to bid adieu to beautiful Yala. After breakfast we will return on the 6 hour long drive back to Columbo , and board flight's to various destinations marking an end to the Toehold Yala Wildlife Tour .

Frequently Asked Questions

• How many participants are expected on this group tour?
  Most of our photography tours are engineered to provide ample attention to the participants. So lesser the number, easier for us to attend to every participant's requirement. You can expect a group of approximately 12 participants on this tour.
• How many participants are expected to share a car?
  We know the amount of equipment each participant can bring along. Hence, every transport car accommodates a maximum of 4 participants providing ample space for equipments and viewing.
• How different are you tours and photo tours?
  Unlike travel agents who plan your holiday from a remote destination to places some times they havent even experienced themselves, Photo Tours are innovative ways to experience a place through the guidance of a professional photographer. Most of our photo tours are fun with a lot of learning and knowledge sharing. More over, your group consisits of photography enthusiasts only making your experience more focused.
• Refund/Cancellation Policy:
  1. 15% : Between 30-45 days from date of departure
  2. 50% : Between 7-30 days from date of departure
  3. 90% : Between 2-7 days from the date of departure
  4. No Refund within 48 hours from date of departure
  
• Terms & conditions
  
  • 1. Participants who have a medical history of Blood Pressure, Heart related problems or Asthma are advised to seek medical advice before enrolling for this eco-tour.
  • 2. Fitness to complete the eco-tour is the only criterion for participation.
  • 3. We reserve the right to take photographs or videos during the operation of any expedition or part thereof and to use the resulting photography for promotional purposes. By booking a reservation with Toehold Travel & Photography Pvt. Ltd, tour members agree to allow photographs of the tour featuring them to be used in promotional material of Toehold. Travelers who prefer that their image not be used are asked to identify themselves to their tour leader at the commencement of their trip.
  • 4. Toehold Travel & Photography Pvt Ltd. shall not be responsible for injuries, damages, or losses caused to any traveler in connection with terrorist activities, social or labor unrest, mechanical or construction failures or difficulties, diseases, local laws, climatic conditions, abnormal conditions or developments, or any other actions, omissions, or conditions outside the travel agent's control.
  • 5. All clients traveling with Toehold Travel & Photography Pvt Ltd. must complete and sign a reservation form and the "Release of Liability, Assumption of Risk & Arbitration Agreement" form.