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Big Game Yala by Eco Team

3.0 star property
Tentalow with free parking, near Yala National Park

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, memory-foam beds, individually furnished
1 bedroom, premium bedding, memory-foam beds, individually furnished
1 bedroom, premium bedding, memory-foam beds, individually furnished
Outdoor dining
1 bedroom, premium bedding, memory-foam beds, individually furnished

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

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Katagamuwa, Yala, Kataragama, 91400
  • Yala National Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Kataragama Temple
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Kataragama Archaeological Museum
    ‪12 min drive‬

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, memory-foam beds, individually furnished

Family Glamping bordering Yala with a Guided Bush Walk

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Memory foam bed
Fan
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, memory-foam beds, individually furnished

Family Glamping bordering Yala with a Guided Safari

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Portable fan
Premium bedding
Memory foam bed
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Beds

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Glamping bordering Yala with a Guided Safari

Glamping bordering Yala with a Guided Safari

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Memory foam bed
Fan
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, memory-foam beds, individually furnished

Glamping bordering Yala with a Guided Bush Walk

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Portable fan
Premium bedding
Memory foam bed
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
  • 1 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds

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About the area

Kataragama

At Big Game Yala by Eco Team, you'll be 2.4 km (1.5 mi) from Yala National Park and 6.3 km (3.9 mi) from Kataragama Archaeological Museum. Highlights at this tentalow include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .This smoke-free tentalow offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and a garden. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities, barbecues and a picnic area. Each morning continental breakfast is served between 7:30 AM and 9:30 AM. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Places within a 15-minute drive of this 3-property class Kataragama tentalow include Kataragama Temple and Sacred Bo Tree.
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What's nearby

  • Yala National Park - 6 min drive
  • Kataragama Temple - 12 min drive
  • Kataragama Archaeological Museum - 12 min drive
  • Sacred Bo Tree - 15 min drive
  • Sithulpawwa Buddhist Monastery - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ceybank Rest - Ceybank Holiday Homes - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Nishadi Hotel - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Plummy dale restaurant - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Eth Yahana - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Hopper Shops - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Big Game Yala by Eco Team

Tentalow with free parking, near Yala National Park
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) and an area shuttle are available for a fee. Barbecue grills, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at Big Game Yala by Eco Team. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Kataragama tentalow is smoke free.

  • 3 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Big Game Yala by Eco Team offers 3 accommodations with complimentary bottles of water and complimentary slippers. Rooms open to patios. Each accommodation is individually furnished. Memory foam beds feature premium bedding. This Kataragama tentalow provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free secured, covered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: USD 8 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Safari

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Separate bedroom

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • 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.
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Memory foam mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Individual furnishings
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 12:30 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests must transfer via required shuttle to the property; guests must contact the property at least 24 hours before travel, using the contact information on the confirmation received after booking
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:30 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Big Game Yala by Eco Team

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 5 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately USD 8 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 190 per vehicle (one-way)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include 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. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • One child aged 5 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Big Game Camp Yala Safari Kataragama
Big Game Camp Yala Safari
Big Game Camp Yala Kataragama
Big Game Camp Yala
Big Game Camp Yala Safari/Tentalow Kataragama
Big Game Camp Yala Safari/Tentalow
Big Game Camp Yala
Big Game Yala by Eco Team Kataragama
Big Game Yala by Eco Team Safari/Tentalow
Big Game Yala by Eco Team Safari/Tentalow Kataragama

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Big Game Yala by Eco Team?

Big Game Yala by Eco Team offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Big Game Yala by Eco Team?

Yep, Big Game Yala by Eco Team has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Big Game Yala by Eco Team?

The closest beach to Big Game Yala by Eco Team is Palatupana Beach (17.9 km).

What makes Big Game Yala by Eco Team a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus memory foam beds in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Big Game Yala by Eco Team.

Does Big Game Yala by Eco Team serve breakfast?

You bet, continental breakfast is offered daily between 7:30 AM and 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Big Game Yala by Eco Team?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Big Game Yala by Eco Team?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Big Game Yala by Eco Team?

Check-in begins at 12:30 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.

Are pets allowed at Big Game Yala by Eco Team?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Big Game Yala by Eco Team Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 39 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 39 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 39 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 39 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I’ve done a lot of Safaris and seen a lot of Safari camps, and this camp/glamping setup was one of the best. I mean electricity, hot water, and fan.. what’s not to love. By far, the best meal offered was breakfast as I just felt dinner was a bit too basic. I also felt that they could have outlined the price individual drinks. I mean, I knew how much dinner and breakfast cost, but I was a little in the dark as to the rest of it. However, the Safari was very cool, and even though we just missed seeing a leopard, we did see two Sloth Bears, which I’m told are even harder to see. All and all, Ysla Bih Game was a very nice camp
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katarzyna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

8/10 Good

Jane, uk

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful out door experience. Well run by Saman. Very comfortable tent with adequate en suite shower etc. Dinner around the fire was straight out of the film Out of Africa. Very good red wine. Didn’t try the white and the food was excellent. The safari was well worth the early start with a stop for breakfast served in the safari jeep. We had a drive and guide from the camp and a guide from the park too. They are amazing at spotting the game. You need at least 2 nights and it is a wonderful family experience too.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

6/10 Okay

Denzil, Boston MA, USA

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
service staff was wonderful, but needs quite a bit of training. Staff shift supervisor was much more experience and guest oriented than the Guest Relations manager. I briefly saw the camp manager and there was no sincerity. She was as the elusive leopard. Food was excellent so was the minor staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Giuseppina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
amp and Safari
Nice camp. Tent was lovely and spotless. I booked my safari through the camp. The nighttime (afternoon) safari was my favourite. Much smaller area to cover and fewer cars than in the morning. We saw two leopards. One having a nap and another trying to get some dinner. Lots of other stuff to see, elephants, crocodiles. Buffalo, Spotted Deer, Eagles, the list goes on. Would recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

ann, Macclesfield

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
1/2 day safari stay
Great one night stay with 1/2 day safari. Staff very friendly and helpful. Nothing too much trouble. Lunch and eve meal good. Nice to sit around the bonfire under the night sky. Great morning safari and lucky to see 4 leopards amongst many other animals and birds. Thanks to all the staff for making our stay one to remember
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Aussie travellers
Absolute pleasure staying at this camp. Food was brilliant and tent was fantastic. We were upgraded to luxury tent for our anniversary. Thank you so much.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Kevin, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff was great very attentive to its customers. The tents were great and the meals were also very good. The stay also included a safari and a guide which also was great. I would recommend this place to anyone.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Mark , UK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
EXCELLENT
We stayed as an extension to my 50th birthday celebrations. When the team learned of this, they wanted to do Wilpattu (sister camp) ... and they succeeded. We did a full day safari with superb driver and guide. Food was excellent. Room was tent luxury. Clean, comfortable, out with nature and lovely views of the stars. The camp manager went out of his way to interact with guests. A real wildlife experience with a real human, personal touch.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Safari hotel
Excellent tents great staff and a real safari experience. Highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

Debbie, Copacabana NSW

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Highlight of our Trip!
Highly recommend Big Game Camp! The food is fabulous and included a silver service dinner with a bonfire under the stars. Definitely recommend full board it's excellent value! It's best to book your safari before arrival though as we didn't and missed out on getting a guide. Not that it seemed to matter, we saw so many animals and we were privileged to see a leopard drinking from a watering hole right beside us. The staff are wonderful and can't do enough for you. Loved Big Game Camp!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Kelly, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A glamping experience in Yala National Park!
Was a great stay, with fantastic attentive staff who welcomed us, even though we arrived quite late (around 8pm). Would highly recommend this to couples, friends + families looking to visit the National Park. We stayed only for 1 night, but think its more than enough if you do one afternoon and one morning safari tour. Breakfast was better than average (for Sri Lanka), but dinner was fantastic! 3 course meal (soup, bbq roasted meats with pasta and veg, fruit salad + icecream).
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

Martin and Kaye, Surrey England

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent Camp and company
Staff work so hard and are extremely friendly.. A Great experience .

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fun camping experience close to Yala
Very friendly staff help to make this camping experience special. Tents have their own bathroom and fan. Evening meals were very tasty and served outside under the stars, lit by candle light and bonfire! Very convenient for Yala park.

8/10 Good

JANET

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

6/10 Okay

aussie, sydney Australia

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
Not Lush as advertised
The camp is quite nice and our tent was adequate but definitely not luxurious.Expensive for what it is . We had cold showers even though it advertised hot showers. The tent was shabby not what I had expected. Staff were lovely. Also could not pay with our Visa travel card and had to drive to. City to an ATM .

8/10 Good

Wouter

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort
Good place but bathroom need maintenance.
In general a good place but our tent had some issues resulting in an ever wet (1+ cm water) floor in the bathroom. For the price of the accommodation, they should take care of these issues. Good service ! Our wildlife safari organised by the camp was great, offered lunch on the safari was however limited.

8/10 Good

Alberto

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

8/10 Good

Andreas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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Vi havde et rigtig godt ophold på campen. Personalet var meget venlige og serviceminded. Teltet havde alt hvad man skulle bruge. Maden på stedet var god.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

mark

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good food comfortable tents and beds. We booked a afternoon safari and got to see all the animals on our list including leopard mother and cub. All round good value for money and near to the park
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Noriaki

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All staff members are so kind and friendly. Every service was perfect and comfortable for me from the checking in to checking out. We booked the hotel very last minutes, but the staff helped me for the meal arrangement and the safari arrangement smoothly so there was no inconvenience and negative comments for the stay! I’d like to come and visit here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Chr.K., Frankfurt

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
You can not be closer to nature. It's amazing to listen to the sound of nature especially in the morning. To join the safari is recommended as the game does not provide big entertainment except peacefull tent areas with relaxing hammrocks. The staff is very friendly and caring. The tents are almost like Hotel rooms and perfectly equiped. Dinner is served as BBQ and it is very tasty. Breakfast is offered with fresh fruits. Once you participate to the Safari you are guided perfectly and you also get a nice bush-breakfast. I can recommend the accommodation for a stay of 2-3 days and in combination with a pre-booked Safari.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Mathias

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay close to nature
Wonderful place! Tough to find but incredible once we arrived. _VERY_ helpful and welcoming staff. Great service, wonderful food, and most importantly an amazing closeness to nature.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020