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Basecamp - Yala

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Yala National Park, Yala Block I , Yala

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Why people book this hotel

Friendly staff
6 mentions

The staff was super

The host arranged transfers to and from the camp as well as a full day safari

Comfortable rooms
4 mentions

A comfortable tent set in bush away from everything

Very comfortable bed in a large tent in a private setting, outdoor ensuite toile…

Great location
2 mentions

The staff was very friendly and the location was awesome, dinner by the campfire…

Remote location puts you in a wild place, saw many birds, frogs, bats in the cam…

Breakfast available
1 mentions

Breakfast was also very good

Overview

Basecamp - Yala features mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking, located in Yala, 15 km from Situlpawwa. 22 km from Tissa Wewa and 47 km from Bundala Bird Sanctuary, the property provides a garden and a bar. The campground has family rooms. At the campground, all units are fitted with a desk. There is a seating and a dining area in all units. The units include a private bathroom, free toiletries and bed linen. A continental, Asian or vegetarian breakfast is available daily at the property. Kataragama Temple is 4.6 km from the campground, while Ranminitenna Tele Cinema Village is 16 km away. The nearest airport is Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport, 38 km from Basecamp - Yala.

Traveller reviews

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Maria Luisa

family_with_children

August 6, 2025

8

A true experience into the wild

The staff was super! Very kind and helpful in anything. The food at dinner was excellent, we really enjoyed it especially the whole setting around the campfire. A truly wild experience.

M

Martin Dee

solo_traveller

March 27, 2025

9

Comfortable Camping in Solitude

A comfortable tent set in bush away from everything. Very private and surrounded by nature. Not glamping but with own flush toilet and outdoor shower. Lovely rustic balcony to sit and read. The host arranged transfers to and from the camp as well as a full day safari. Good, home cooked meals and friendly considerate staff.

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Carol

couple

February 20, 2025

10

A unique experience

This is glamping at it's best. It was perfect for what we wanted. Very comfortable bed in a large tent in a private setting, outdoor ensuite toilet and shower, dinner arranged by the fire and under the stars, and an completely enjoyable afternoon safari with a knowledgeable biologist who loved to answer all our questions.

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Asraf

family_with_children

February 16, 2025

9

Excellent set-up. Minimal number of guests. Nilantha's knowledge and inputs

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Mark

extended_group

February 2, 2025

10

Unique and amazing experience

Host had so much knowledge of Yala NP and Sri Lanka fauna and flora. We witnessed a leopard stalking prey, elephants, jungle cats, jackals, crocs, buffalo, and so much bird life (all identified by our host/guide) All staff were friendly and accommodating Camping was a unique experience and thoroughly enjoyed

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Cristina

couple

October 6, 2024

10

Best place in Sri Lanka

That was one of the best experiences we had in Sri Lanka. Just staying here in contact with nature was amazing. The tent has also all the facilites you need. Nilantha the owner is such a great man, we hired him for a safari tour and it's the best guide you can get. He is knowladgeable about the forest and the animals, and we couldn't ask for better. Also the dinner under the stars was amazing. Breakfast was also very good. I think you shouldn't even think twice and staying here is a must for your trip to Sri Lanka.

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christel

family_with_children

September 9, 2024

7

Nice stay in the middle of the park

The staff was very friendly and the location was awesome, dinner by the campfire was a very nice experience.

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Dilly

extended_group

August 11, 2024

6

Fantastic safari but our tent needed some TLC and food upgraded to a level commensurate to the pricing

Loved that it is trying to be sustainable. Nilantha and driver Romesh were incredible at spotting animals and making our safari a first class experience. Nilantha has a wealth of knowledge about the wild animals of Sri Lanka

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Sarah

extended_group

August 8, 2024

10

Amazing unique experience

Nilanthal and Elizabeth are amazing hosts. They are very knowledgeable safari guides. We had an amazing half day safari with Elizabeth where we had a very close encounter with a leopard, it was truly amazing. They are very passionate about the area and the wildlife. The tents are very comfortable and the evening dinner around the campfire under the stars was incredible.

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Jurgen

family_with_children

August 6, 2024

9

Spotless camp side with enthusiastic owner and team

Close to the city centre and Yala wild life reserve.

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Bruno

solo_traveller

May 14, 2024

10

Amazing experience with the best guided Yala tour

Nilantha wpis an amazing guide and it was the main reason we booked his accomodation. I can reccomend to anyone to book a safari tour with him as a guide. He was very insightful, has a lot of knowledge of animals and nature in general. Has degree in biology and published various papers. Smart guy. The accomodation was a fun and unique experience.

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Kate

family_with_children

May 12, 2024

9

Beautiful natural location with friendly and accommodating atmosphere.

Remote location puts you in a wild place, saw many birds, frogs, bats in the camp. Tent was well comfortable, nice shared area to sit out. All the meals were excellent.

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Kirsty

family_with_children

April 27, 2024

10

Amazing experience from beginning to end.

We loved the entire experience of being looked after by the owner Nilantha and Elizabeth and all the staff in such a lovely way but also being in such a simple and authentic environment. The dinner under the stars was standout. The food was great. The great conversations were so wonderful. The whole day safari was something we will always remember. So much care and passion from Nilantha and our driver. We absolutely loved it.

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Lucia

couple

March 29, 2024

10

First ask yourself what is the reason you want to be here - if you are here for the nature alone, Nilantha is the best person you can stay with and who you SHOULD take as a guide with you to the safari. He has a degree in biology , fluent English and knows so much about the local fauna and flora so a full day safari doesn’t get boring (which I can imagine can if you only take a driver with you). He is a true believer in ecotourism and is giving back to local communities. If you are here for a fancy dinner and facilities, go somewhere else. This is a simple stay in the jungle. And one more thing to add - your guide is not responsible for how many animals you’ll see BUT we were lucky and he for sure knows some spots where they MIGHT appear. And last but not least- Nilantha is a great and nice person we had a chance to meet :)

Facilities

Food & Drink

Bar, Breakfast options

General

Non-smoking rooms, Family rooms

Internet

Internet services, WiFi, Free WiFi

Outdoors

Garden

Parking

Free parking, Parking on site, Private parking, Parking

Hotel Policies

Check-inFrom 12:00 to 22:00
Check-outFrom 00:00 until 11:00
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.
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Last updated: Apr 11, 2024, 12:05 PM

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