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Yala Safari Camping

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You can look forward to free English breakfast, a coffee shop/cafe, and a garden at Yala Safari Camping. Be sure to enjoy a meal at the on-site international cuisine restaurant. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar, guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • All inclusive
  • Parking included
  • Business services
  • Bar

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Room options

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A bathroom with a wooden floor, a sink with a mirror, a toilet, and a shower curtain.

Luxury Tent, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 63 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A wooden room with a bed, a table with drinks, and a bathtub.

Deluxe Tent

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Mountain view
  • 65 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Tent DELUXE KING BED

  • Sleeps 7

Tent LUXURY

  • Sleeps 7

About the neighborhood

Located in Kataragama, Yala Safari Camping is in the mountains and in a national park. Kataragama Archaeological Museum and Tissamaharama Raja Maha Vihara are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Yala National Park and Lunugamvehera National Park. Visit our Kataragama travel guide
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60, Tissa Lake Road, Yala National Park, Kataragama, 62800

What's nearby

  • An elephant walking beside a dirt road with a vehicle.
    Yala National Park
    1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • A variety of fruits including bananas, oranges, apples, and pineapples.
    Kataragama Temple
    7 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Kataragama Archaeological Museum
    7 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Lunugamvehera National Park
    27 min drive - 8.3 miles
  • Bundala National Park
    42 min drive - 24.8 miles

Restaurants

  • Cafe J Restaurant
  • Gangarama Pilgrim's Canteen
  • Shaiwa Restaurant
  • Sigithi Food Cabin
  • hotel nandana katharagama

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available daily
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Safari

Family friendly

  • Free babysitting
  • Free supervised activities for children
  • Separate bedroom
  • Separate in-room dining area

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible bathtub
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Fireplace
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 11:00 AM; Check-in end time: anytime

Check-out

Check-out before 11:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Frequently asked questions

Is Yala Safari Camping pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Yala Safari Camping?

Check-in start time: 11:00 AM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Yala Safari Camping?

Check-out is at 11:30 AM.

Are there all-inclusive benefits at Yala Safari Camping?

Yes, the property is all-inclusive.

Where is Yala Safari Camping located?

Situated in a national park, this all-inclusive hotel is steps from Yala National Park, and within 3 mi (5 km) of Kataragama Archaeological Museum and Sacred Bo Tree. Lunugamvehera National Park and Sithulpawwa Buddhist Monastery are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Yala Safari Camping Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.2

Cleanliness

10

Location

9.8

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 38 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 38 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 38 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 38 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 38 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay at Yala Safari Camping was absolutely amazing! The staff greeted us at the meeting point outside the park and organized a private ride to the glamping tents. When we arrived there was a home cooked Sri Lankan lunch waiting for us. Our room was very clean, air conditioned and equipped with everything we could need. It was also beautifully nestled into the jungle with amazing views and surrounded by wildlife. The safari tour was great, our guide was very helpful and made sure we had a great view of everything, we even saw a leopard! Thank you so much for making our stay so incredible and memorable!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

This is a cool unique place to stay on the edge of Yala park. The staff is friendly and goes above and beyond for your comfort and needs. Dinning was delicious and star lit dinner over looking the firefly lit jungle.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Absolutely world class experience. The location is second to none when it comes to someone looking for a safari and wild life experience.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The location is paradise, the staff were amazing the food was wonderful… if thinking about booking my advice would be, not to hesitate, we do 2 safari’s book on the day of arrival with the hotel… there own vehicle & driver lunch & refreshments were provided, an all round amazing experience in this little slice of Paradise with zero light pollution (if you like star gazing)
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Amazing experience. The location is spectacular and the service, the food and the accommodation were superb. The safari to Yala National Park was also a great experience - highly recommended
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Yala Safari Camping is such an incredible & unique experience. The tents are so nice, the staff is beyond incredible. I stayed as a solo female traveler back in December and I felt so safe and taken care of. They help coordinate two safaris for me during my stay. The wifi wasn’t working while I was there so they gave me a hotspot to borrow while I was staying so I could keep up with work calls and emails.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Probably the best place I've ever stayed.

Probably the best place I've ever stayed. Amazing location with incredible view, great service, and beautiful food. Loved those jungle noises.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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We absolutely loved our stay here. From dining under the stars by candlelight in the national park to waking up in the heart of the bush in our gorgeous accommodation- it was magical. Breakfast in the treetops was an unforgettable experience, and the entire setting felt like something out of a dream. The staff were attentive to our every need, and a special mention goes to Robbie, who was simply amazing throughout our stay. This place is an absolute must when visiting Yala. We can’t wait to return!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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amazing stay

Amazing Location and open terrace above the tree tops of vast jungle is breathtaking . If you are looking to chill in the jungle where you hear only birds and distant call of wild animals , this is the place ..
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Yala Safari Camp has 6 luxury tents at this unique spot. You arrive at the reception/restuarant area and your all inclusive stay starts. This area is high up on rocks and has a wounderfull view off the treetops. The stay starts with a nice tastefull Sri Lankan lunch. After that we did a Safari in block 5 (where afternoon safaries go). The jeeps they use have good soft seats. If you want to do block 1 it starts very early the next morning. This place is near the 2. gate to block 1 that has fewer jeeps starts from here. The luxury tents are very nice and big. One tent recommdation is that sunbeds at tent 5 needs to be fixed so one can sit up outside on the sunbeds and enjoy the birds which there are many of. If you tried safari tents in Serengeti, Africa do not expect to see the same amount off animals around the tents. You do have to go app. 60 steps down by a steal ladder to get to the tent and again back up for eating and the safari starts so if you can not do stairs take this into consideration. Dinner was mainly western and tasteful. Breakfast is very nice and also tasteful. The staff there are very polite. We highly recommend this place if you want the safari tent vibe and a safari in Sri Lanka - especially if you want a block 1 starting point from a less crowded gate.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Incredible

Wow, what an experience. When we pulled up into the camp, there was an elephant just there (a tusker no less). The standards were consistently high from there. We were well looked after by the manager Ravi, with impeccable service throughout. My wife's gluten free requirement being well looked after. The views are stunning, the food was great. At camp we sat and watched birds, and beyond seeing an elephant we saw a leopard just crossing the road outside! Before going to bed... Shine a torch into the canopy overhead, and there was a polecat (civet), desperately climbing away from us! Two days of safari in yala, were two of the best of our lives. Elephants, leopards, bears, birds, jackals, buffalo... Achi (driver) made sure we didn't miss a thing. 10/10, if you love nature, don't hesitate to stay here. One thing to note is the price doesn’t include safari. Top tip - take ear plugs, you really are completely surrounded by nature all the time.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Yala Safari and camping

If you're seeking an immersive nature experience, Yala Safari Camping is an unforgettable adventure. Nestled near the Yala National Park in Sri Lanka, this camping site offers an ideal blend of wilderness and comfort. The tents are beautiful. Calling them tents probably is not the right term. They are so spacious, clean, and well-equipped with all the necessary amenities, offering a balance between rustic charm and modern convenience. The tub in the room is such a nice touch. The highlight, of course, is the proximity to the park itself. Waking up to the sounds of the jungle and then heading out for a safari is an experience that’s hard to beat. After a day of exploration, the campsite offers a peaceful retreat with delicious meals. The food is freshly prepared, and the chef does a fantastic job. The whole team is wonderful; so gracious and do their best to meet every request, always with a smile. Overall, Yala Safari Camping offers an excellent balance of adventure, nature, and comfort. Whether you’re a wildlife enthusiast or just looking for a unique getaway, it’s a fantastic option that provides an authentic and memorable safari experience. It is beyond magical. Leaving here is hard.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What an amazing time we had at yala safari camping! The place is magical - completely immersed in the jungle, with trees as far as the eye can see and the mountains in the distance. Our « tent » (it’s not really a tent, definitely more like a luxury cabin) was in front of a lily pad pond and the sounds of the frogs made it a super relaxing place to sleep. When we arrived we were immediately greeted by the friendly staff and served a Sri Lankan meal with vegetable curries and jumbo prawns which was delicious. We then went on our first safari half day with Achi in block 5 where we spotted elephants, a leopard and plenty of monkeys, deers and various birds. The next day, we went to a full day drive on block 1 with Niro, and we loved how he spent time showing us various birds - from eagles to egret, kingfishers and bee-eaters - he had a keen eye to spot and we were fascinated with all that we discovered in the jungle. We even saw another leopard walking peacefully down the road, a family of elephants bathing, a malabar pied horn bill, painted storks, mongooses, monitor lizards, deer, grey langurs, and even Sri Lankan’s national animal the giant squirrel. On our last day, we went on a bush walk with Chamara, and walked through the forest and climbed a small mountain to get incredible views. Overall Ravi and his team gave us an unforgettable experience and were lovely, attentive and kind with great attention to detail across everthing. Definitely one to remember and return to!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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I recently had the pleasure of spending two nights at Yala Safari Camping, and it was an absolutely unforgettable experience! From start to finish, the service and hospitality were exceptional, making my stay truly special. A heartfelt thank you to Ravi, the manager, who ensured every detail was perfect and made sure I felt well taken care of throughout my stay. His dedication to guest satisfaction was evident in every interaction. Achi, at the front desk, welcomed me with a warm smile and made the check-in process smooth and efficient. Her friendly and helpful demeanor set the tone for a fantastic stay. The culinary experience was one of the highlights, thanks to the talented chefs Promod and Chamit. Each meal was a delightful adventure, but breakfast was particularly memorable with a variety of delicious Sri Lankan dishes. The flavors and presentation were outstanding, showcasing the rich culinary heritage of Sri Lanka. Aveen, our waiter, provided excellent service during meals, always attentive and ready with a cheerful smile. He ensured that every dining experience was enjoyable and seamless. Special thanks to Chamara and Madawa, the lobby boys, who were always on hand to assist with anything we needed. Their efficiency and friendliness added to the overall comfort and ease of my stay. Yala Safari Camping provided the perfect blend of adventure and relaxation, with a team that went above and beyond to create a memorable experience. I highly recommend it!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Great place, great staff, great safari
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Fantastic place - lovely family and very accessible to main road and mirissa.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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The room was okay and what is too be expected with a tent.. some little creatures in the room but otherwise fine.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Amenities
Such a wonderful experience, glamping tent in the jungle was very large and the bed was comfortable. Lunch on the first day was truly exceptional in taste, presentation and quantity. The best meal we have had to date in Sri Lanka. Staff and safari were special.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Room wasn’t very clean. The bath was dirty the bed sheets had holes in them and the rugs on the floor were very worn. Considering the cost. A bit of re- investment would not go a miss.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Fantastisk hyggeligt sted med meget imødekommende personale.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

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Mehr Dschungel geht nicht

Das Deck mit der Aussichtsplattform ist ein Traum, auch der Service und das hervorragende Essen kann man uneingeschränkt weiterempfehlen. Die Lage der Camping Lodge ist genial. Natur pur. Allerdings entspricht der Zustand der Zelte nicht mehr den Bildern. Sonnenliegen waren teilweise defekt, Dusche und Bad Bereich generell muss unbedingt erneuert werden.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Yala Safari Camping is right on the boundary of Yala Park! Wild life roams throughout the area. The staff are amazing- they went above and beyond for us!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021
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10/10 Excellent

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Cancelled my trip last minute due to the terrorist attack happened on Easter Sunday. But I’ll definitely come back again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2019
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10/10 Excellent

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An honest review:Exceptional & ElevatingExperience

From the bottom of our hearts we write this review with warmth & Appreciation Yala Safari Camping & its team is and will forever remain as one of our greatest experiences & memories as a couple & as a monumental time on our 3 week journey we called out honeymoon. From the moment we arrived, we were greeted with kindness and a level of hospitality that could only be measured by the finest hotels as 5 Star treatment. Our expectations were brood & we left ourselves open & willing to whatever might have come. The overlooking view when you arrive of Yala National Park is absolutely breathtaking and one of a kind. Mahesh, Yala Safari Camping’s young & vibrant owner was personally there to ensure that our stay was nothing less than stellar. His energy & passion towards his company & his guests were evident every minute he was in our presence. He has created an atmosphere that is nothing less then extravagant among the natural and rugged wilderness. Ravi, the leading manager, is a man experience. His personable approach to the guest makes you feel as if there is not a thing impossible well staying with them. Ravi ran a very strong team, his leadership abilities shined through, and his staff held him to the highest standard, as he did his staff. Our Safari Driver, Ichi knew how to navigate the jungle better than anyone else in the park, & our friend & inspiration Kelum, the leading Chef at Yala Safari, delivered mouth watering meals that filled our bellies!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Wonderful experience

Simply amazing stay in a very special location with very special staff. Go, you can’t fail to be disappointed.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019