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Mahoora - Wilpattu by Eco Team

Campsite

Wilpattu National Park, Nochchiyagama, Wilpattu.

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Why people book this hotel

Friendly staff
15 mentions

Food was good, safari staff were good, the team were approachable and friendly

Staff were super helpful and very kind

Comfortable rooms
9 mentions

The tent was very comfortable and spacious

We liked the opportunity to experience something totally different, sleeping in …

Great location
6 mentions

It was a great location for safari and the bonfire was a nice touch

Night walk was outstanding

Clean rooms
3 mentions

Room was basic and clean and for a tent was definitely glamping

Ten was clean and cosy

Breakfast available
1 mentions

The food at dinner was nice, breakfast box for safari was sufficient

Overview

Mahoora - Wilpattu by Eco Team provides tented accommodations at the border of Wilpattu National Park, the largest national park in Sri Lanka and famous for its leopards. Fitted with carpeted flooring, all tents come with an outdoor living area and a private bathroom with hot-water showers. umbrellas and mosquito nets are included. Free WiFi is available in the public areas of the property. Mahoora - Wilpattu by Eco Team is 205 km from Colombo City. It is 170 km from Bandaranaike International Airport. Wilpattu National Park spans over 1200 km² from western Sri Lanka towards the ancient ruins of Anuradhapura. Barbecue dinners are served around the campfire by the nightly camp, providing an intimate jungle dining experience. Guests can also enjoy free drinks at the Jungle Bar. The all inclusive safari includes an experienced naturalist, well maintained jeeps and all relevant permits for safari drives. Intimate jungle dining , night walks , cooking lessons , treasure hunts for kids can also be arranged and included in the price you pay. Family tents are provided based on requirement.

Traveller reviews

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LaurenG

couple

March 26, 2024

7

Some small improvements could make it much better

Food was good, safari staff were good, the team were approachable and friendly. It was a great location for safari and the bonfire was a nice touch

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laura

couple

March 13, 2024

7

Lovely experience! The tent was very comfortable and spacious. Staff were super helpful and very kind.

K

Kenneth

couple

March 6, 2024

8

Mahoora was an exciting experience sleeping under canvas and hearing the wildlife first hand.

We liked the opportunity to experience something totally different, sleeping in a tent and having basic facilities and eating outside amongst the noises of the jungle. The food was good and the staff were very friendly.

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todd

extended_group

March 4, 2024

8

Great place from which to explore Wipattu but a bit overpriced

The staff at Mahoora - Wilpattu were great -- very customer-service oriented. Room was basic and clean and for a tent was definitely glamping! Dinner was superb. Guides were excellent and safaris great, even if we didn't see a leopard or a bear. Night walk was outstanding.

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Lorna

family_with_children

March 1, 2024

8

A lovely high quality eco camping and safari experience in a beautiful location.

The evening dinner was a great experience under the stars with excellent waiters serving a nice dinner . Seeing the Wildlife on safari was a great experience and the wide range of birds , butterflies and some rare animals like the Loris. We also enjoyed the traditional cookery demonstration. Camping was much more comfortable than usual and we didn’t have any issues with mosquitoes. Organisation was great and catered well for vegans in our family.

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Natasha

family_with_children

February 27, 2024

7

Nice experience

Atmosphere at the dinner under the stars was lovely. The staff were helpful and attentive and communicated well. The safari vehicles are comfortable. The food at dinner was nice, breakfast box for safari was sufficient.

J

Jessica

couple

February 23, 2024

10

Beautiful eco-ethos and comfy beds (bug free!)

The tent was beautifully furnished and appointed and the bed was really comfy. I loved the sustainability ethos and the fact that we bought one package for the half board accommodation and safari in Wilpattu - it saved the hassle of piecing it all together online. The staff were really friendly and helpful and the dinner by the fire was superb. My husband is gluten free and that was all taken into consideration.

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Sara

couple

February 2, 2024

7

Close to National Park entrance. Friendly staff

Something different to do. Property was satisfactory

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Roy

couple

January 29, 2024

9

Great visits to Wilpattu excellent staff

Great staff and very well organised safaris - bird life round camp excellent and Wilpattu nearby. Food excellent almost too many courses. Senior Naturalist guide was excellent - very experienced and knowledgeable on birds and wildlife both around camp and in Wilpattu

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Rosie

couple

January 5, 2024

10

Excellent choice, we’re really pleased we stayed here.

The camp exceeded our expectations, huge tent with hot water in en-suite. Lovely 4 course meal. Definitely a luxury experience and one to remember for all the right reasons. There is always the worry that safari trips will be too intrusive to the animals and nature but this was not! Very well organised and thoughtfully done.

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christopher

couple

January 2, 2024

9

Dinner exceeded our expectations

M

Maheshika

family_with_children

December 16, 2023

7

Friendly, helpful staff, beautiful stay, comfy beds and the camps except for toilets/bathrooms. Nice foods. Really good Safari.

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DawnToDuskTravels

extended_group

November 27, 2023

9

One of our favourite experiences of the trip

The staff service was wonderful, everyone was happy and willing to help. They explained the way the camp works and even escorted us to dinner as during our stay it rained almost non stop. Thankfully our afternoon safari was dry, but it rained in the evening and throughout the night, this just added to the experience in my opinion and going to sleep to the sound of rain on the tent was lovely. Me and my friends booked the all inclusive package with safari included, and everything was prompt and organised well. We had a 4 hour safari and were very lucky to see a leopard and 2 eles. We had a 3 course dinner meal by candlelight and some drinks which was delicious. The night Bush walk was included as well. The tent itself was very spacious, 1 tent being for sofas and the other the beds and bathroom. The water pressure of the shower was very low which is to be expected, but it did the job. The air is just hot a stagnant in the tents so it took some adjustment. Next to the beds was a fan which was plenty for 3 of us, as well as the rain we were actually quite cool. The frogs and birds will wake you in the morning but it's all part of the experience.

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Angelika

extended_group

November 25, 2023

10

Such a nice place! Highly recommended if you want take a breake and forget about world for 1/2 nights. Ten was clean and cosy. We ate a delicious dinner in the middle of the forrest at night. Safari was very nice and what it the most important - not as commercial as others. The servise was very good! :)

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Callinan

couple

October 21, 2023

9

Wonderful

Location was fantastic, staff were extremely helpful and very much there for us whenever we needed. The camp is very well set up with little areas for everything (check-in/reception, dinning, chillout space with couches etc and huge double tents Accom are all in their own little zones). If you like the idea of the camping vibe but still like a the pampering then I definitely recommend. It is for sure five star glamping due to the service provided

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Debra

couple

September 25, 2023

8

Good Tent Experience

The tents were good. Staff friendly and helpful.

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Simon

couple

September 7, 2023

8

Very welcoming accomodation - with very great people!

It was a really nice safari atmosphere. The stuff was super friendly and helpful. The tent was comfortable, clean and there was a lot of space. Also The short distance to the park entrance was great to visit Willpatu Nationalpark in the early mornings.

G

Guillaume

couple

September 3, 2023

10

We spent one night at the camp for a safari and the place was really nice. The food was excellent and the athmosphere around the fire at night was unforgetable. Staff is lovely.

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David

couple

August 26, 2023

10

Staff Place Position Dinner Night walk

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Cader

couple

August 13, 2023

9

Great stay

The set-up and the exceptionally friendly staff. They made sure we had everything we need and went out of the way to cater our special requests. Great concept! Special thanks to Chanaka (chef) and Kamal who took care of us like we were family.

Facilities

Activities

Walking tours, Tour or class about local culture, Cooking class

Cleanliness & disinfecting

Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay, Property is cleaned by professional cleaning companies

Entertainment and family services

Board games/puzzles, Kids' outdoor play equipment

Food & Drink

Kid meals, Wine/champagne, Special diet menus (on request), Breakfast options

Food & drink safety

Physical distancing in dining areas, All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized, Delivered food is securely covered

General

Bicycle parking, Non-smoking rooms, Family rooms, Non-smoking throughout, Designated smoking area

Internet

WiFi, Free WiFi, Internet services

Outdoors

BBQ facilities, Outdoor furniture, Picnic area, Outdoor fireplace, Garden

Parking

Parking on site, Private parking, Free parking, Parking

Physical distancing

Contactless check-in/check-out, Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed, Screens or physical barriers placed between staff and guests in appropriate areas

Pool and wellness

Sun umbrellas

Reception services

Invoice provided

Safety & security

24-hour security, Fire extinguishers

Safety features

Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, Process in place to check health of guests, First aid kit available, Access to health care professionals, Thermometers for guests provided by property, Face masks for guests available

Services

Shuttle service, Airport shuttle (additional charge), Daily housekeeping, 24-hour front desk, Airport shuttle, Express check-in/check-out, Packed lunches, Private check-in/check-out, Shuttle service (additional charge)

Transport

Airport pick up, Airport drop off

Glamping Suite Bordering Wilpattu with Guided Bush Walk

This suite features a patio, seating area and private entrance. This tent features a Jungle view, private entrance and outdoor seating area, carpet flooring and a private bathroom with a hot shower. Includes a torch, umbrellas and a luggage rack. Also includes: - unlimited tea/coffee and water - laptop and digital camera charging facilities.

Max 3 guests 30 1 bedroom 1 bathroom

Hotel Policies

Check-inFrom 12:30 to 23:59
Check-outFrom 00:00 until 10:30
Cancellation & prepaymentCancellation and prepayment policies vary by room type. Please check your booking details before finalizing.
Accepted credit cardsThe hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.
The fine printPlease 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.Please inform 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. 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.
Last updated: Apr 11, 2024, 12:27 PM

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