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Yala Safari Camping

3.5 star property
All-inclusive hotel with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk
International cuisine
Aerial view
Luxury Tent, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Mountain View
Luxury Tent, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Mountain View | Living room

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • All-inclusive
  • Breakfast included
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry

Explore the area

Map
60, Tissa Lake Road, Yala National Park, Kataragama, 62800
  • Yala National Park
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Kataragama Archaeological Museum
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Sacred Bo Tree
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Tent

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Free cots/infant beds
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 65 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Free toiletries, slippers, towels

Luxury Tent, Non Smoking, Mountain View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Free rollaway/extra beds
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 63 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Kataragama

An all-inclusive stay in Kataragama awaits you at Yala Safari Camping. You'll be within a 15-minute walk of Yala National Park and 2.4 km (1.5 mi) from Kataragama Archaeological Museum. Highlights at this hotel include free daily breakfast, a restaurant and free self-parking. .The hotel's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Enjoy access to a safari and bike hire. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and free supervised childcare. Each morning a free English breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of an area shuttle. .Places within a 30-minute drive of this 3.5-property class Kataragama hotel include Sacred Bo Tree and Lunugamvehera National Park.

What's nearby

  • Yala National Park - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Kataragama Archaeological Museum - 5 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Sacred Bo Tree - 7 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Tissa Lake - 22 min drive - 19.2 km
  • Sithulpawwa Buddhist Monastery - 31 min drive - 14.8 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Ceybank Rest - Ceybank Holiday Homes - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Nishadi Hotel - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Plummy dale restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Eth Yahana - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Hopper Shops - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Yala Safari Camping

All-inclusive hotel with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk
Yala Safari Camping is an all-inclusive hotel. Room rates include meals and beverages at on-site restaurants and bars. Other items and amenities, including taxes and gratuities, and access to recreational activities and entertainment may also be included. Additional charges may apply for meals at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, certain beverages and other amenities.

Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

The business-friendly Yala Safari Camping also features barbecue grills, a garden, and a picnic area. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Kataragama hotel.

  • 3 guestrooms or units
  • English breakfast (free)
  • Supervised kid's activities (free)
  • Childcare (free)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Yala Safari Camping offers 3 accommodations with fireplaces and complimentary bottles of water. Rooms open to balconies or patios. This accommodation offers separate dining areas. Beds feature premium bedding. Business-friendly amenities include desks, complimentary newspapers and laptop-compatible safes. Bathrooms include slippers and complimentary toiletries. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 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 lift (single-level property)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Yala Safari Camping

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Yala Safari Camping Kataragama
Yala Safari Camping
Yala Camping Kataragama
Yala Camping
Yala Safari Camping Safari/Tentalow Kataragama
Yala Safari Camping Safari/Tentalow
Yala Safari Camping Kataragam
Yala Safari Camping Hotel
Yala Safari Camping Kataragama
Yala Safari Camping All Inclusive
Yala Safari Camping Hotel Kataragama

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Yala Safari Camping?

Yala Safari Camping offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Yala Safari Camping?

Yep, Yala Safari Camping has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Yala Safari Camping?

The closest beach to Yala Safari Camping is Palatupana Beach (19.3 km).

What makes Yala Safari Camping a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar and 24-hour room service, as well as premium bedding and fireplaces in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Yala Safari Camping.

Does Yala Safari Camping serve breakfast?

Sure does, free English brekkie is served daily.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Yala Safari Camping?

No, Yala Safari Camping does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Yala Safari Camping?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves international cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Yala Safari Camping?

Check-in begins at 11:00 AM. Check-out time is 11:30 AM.

Are pets allowed at Yala Safari Camping?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Yala Safari Camping Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Monica

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
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

10/10 Excellent

Shawna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Best safari in Yala!
Incredible experience - saw it all. Many thanks to Mahesh and his dedicated team.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018

8/10 Good

Ainslie, Australia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Yala Safari Camping - fantastic experience
Yala Safari Camping provided a great 'glamping' experience, with excellent canvas tents with proper beds and bathroom. The campground was lit in the evenings by candlelight to enjoy drinks and dinner. The location was the best in the area, providing great access to Yala national park without having to enter through any towns, keeping the safari experience real! The accomodation could be improved considering the cost to stay here, but overall we would definately go there again.

10/10 Excellent

Jorann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Unbeschreiblich, muss man erleben!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

kai

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Professional safari and excellent service
Lucky, i saw four leopards, two in evening safari and two in morning. Even we weren’t the first car arrived but the diver/guider can find the best locations to us for taking picture once the leopard moving. It is because he can estimate the animal behavior with well-known of yala national park. He is Achi, one of the best safari driver and guider. Amazing safari. 5 elephants with BB elephant and BB leopard with mother are so cute and touching. The camping provided a 6-star hotel service with 4 star facilities. Make me feel warm. Room and the surrounding environment are well matched and organised to provide a great relax, spa with natural. I have a delicious lunch with with squirrel, so cute.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2018