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About this property

Big Game Yala - by Eco Team is located on the edge of Yala National Parks, a 20-minute drive from the Katagamuwa park entrance. Surrounded by beautiful natural landscapes in a mini nature reserve, it provides spacious fan cooled tents with a private bathroom. Barbecue dinner is provided around a campfire. Free WiFi is available in the public areas of the property. Family tents are provided based on requirement. All tents are fitted with comfortable beds, mattresses and pillows. Free drinking water will be provided. All bathrooms are equipped with a Hot & Cold shower. Big Game Yala - by Eco Team is 162 mi from Colombo and 193 mi from Bandaranaike International Airport. Safaris, airport transfers and laundry services can be arranged at an extra charge. Shared safari included package is also available to book.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

    • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.1)

    • Breakfast info

    • Continental, Vegetarian, Vegan, Halal, Gluten-free, American, Breakfast to go

    • Free private parking available on-site


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3 single beds
4 single beds
3 single beds
4 single beds
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Flo
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The facilities were great. The tents are very well set up. We really enjoyed the tea buffet and the BBQ dinner too.
  • Kurochkin
    United States United States
    This is a great adventure. We were here for one night. We took a family package (half-day safari in a personal car, four-person tent (with a toilet, shower, two rooms)). At safari in three hours we saw all the animals including cats. The guide...
  • Mariel
    Australia Australia
    This place is beautiful. It is located right next to the national park and small wildlife can be seen all around. From monkeys to hares! The tents are very spacious. Their safari guides where amazing, particularly Aruna. We did breakfast and...
  • Krystal
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    We had an amazing stay at Big Game Camp Yala! The tents were clean and comfy, with just the right mix of adventure and comfort. The staff were super friendly, and the food was delicious. The safari was unforgettable — we saw elephants, birds, and...
  • Catherine
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Tents were a bit cramped for 3 people, we were effectively sleeping in one bed as there was no space between them, but we all slept really well despite the squeeze. Was not expecting dinner to be a 3 course affair at a candle lit table or to be...
  • Edward
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The grounds were great, the staff were great and overall we had a great experience.
  • Helen
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Fantastic experience. So comfortable. Staff were so knowledgeable and friendly. Food was great. Safari was excellent. Would definitely recommend
  • Roslyn
    Australia Australia
    We lov d the unique venue, the peaceful location and the warm and helpful staff.
  • Alison
    Australia Australia
    The bbq cook up was great and generous. The afternoon walk was so informative and interesting. We saw lots of elephants on our safari. Staff were very helpful. Great service always
  • Claire
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The simplicity of the area, the facilities included in the tent, the food and the staff.

Managed by Eco Team (Pvt) Ltd

Company review score: 9.3Based on 1,711 reviews from 11 properties
11 managed properties

Company information

Founded as a pioneering Eco and Adventure tourism company in the year 2000, Eco Team has, over the years, narrowed its focus to become the most sought-after specialist in Wildlife Tourism and Experiential Travel. With five specialized accommodation brands under its umbrella, Eco Team features the most unique Tented Accommodations & Lodges in the country. Eco Team believes that requirements and expectations of world travelers have changed rapidly and have become more unique. As a result, tourism providers are no longer in a position to offer pre-packaged mass products to clients. The need of the hour is to find the smallest of niches and provide customized tour solutions. Eco Team’s responsible tourism ethos and values remain unchanged, with the focus being on community benefit and partnerships, conservation through tourism, minimizing carbon emission, and preserving local values and culture. Founded by entrepreneur and innovator Anuruddha Bandara, Eco Team is a company of ‘firsts’ and has been a pioneering force behind many initiatives, constantly striving to make a difference in every endeavor. Turning 20 in the year 2020, Eco Team continues to flourish and currently prov

Property information

Big game camps Sri Lanka offers semi permanent tented safari camps on the borders of the most popular national parks and nature reserves, with a more rustic feel. Featuring a more authentic jungle experience minus the frills, Big Game Camps and Lodges offers safari camps to suit to a more economically conscious traveler. The Big Game campsite is located close to the “Katagamuwa” entrance (off Katharagama) facing the park boundary, with a 15 to 20 minute drive to the park entrance. The Campsite is situated in a mini forest reserve surrounded by a vast array of flora and fauna that is unique to the area. It is inevitable that our guests get to observe and be a part of the natural wilderness within such a setting.

Neighbourhood information

The area is a haven for a wide array of birds, which not only forage and hunt in the area, but also nest in the trees. The campsite might also give you glimpses of axis deer and the occasional Sri Lankan Elephant. It is not unknown to hear the sound of leopards and see the mischief that the various species of monkeys – purple-faced langurs and toque macaques – get up to. There is a watering hole in the campsite that attracts thirsty animals, and this gives our guests a great opportunity to observe wildlife up close.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
  • Restaurant #1
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Dietary options
      Halal • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

House rules

Big Game Yala - by Eco Team takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 12:30
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 10:30
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 12 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that the property does not provide accommodation for the driver. However, accommodation can be arranged close by if the request is raised soon after the booking. Kindly contact the property for more details.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Big Game Yala - by Eco Team in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

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