Tribe Yala - Luxury Camping
Orukem Mulla, Sithulpawwa Road, Yodakandiya
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Why people book this hotel
“The tented accommodation is special and the staff were always helpful and attent…”
“The staff were super friendly, and the food at the restaurant was delicious and …”
“The room had musky smell and the food were made from canned product”
“The tent/room was luxurious, and the private pool was an absolute treat”
“Dinner and breakfast were very good too with the overall experience being someth…”
“The view from the viewing deck-above the trees- for breakfast and a sunset cockt…”
“Tribe Yala exceeded our expectations, although prices are a little high compared…”
“The safari guide Thushan was so knowledgeable and enthusiastic which made the sa…”
“The puppies, pool, room service”
“Great glamping tent in the middle of Yala national park Hot shower, outdoor plu…”
“Not worth the money we paid”
“Whilst not exactly cheap, the food/drink prices were quite reasonable given we w…”
Overview
Featuring garden views, Tribe Yala - Luxury Camping offers accommodation with a garden, a bar and a shared lounge, around 12 km from Tissa Wewa. This 4-star luxury tent offers a 24-hour front desk and free shuttle service. The luxury tent features rooms with air conditioning, free private parking and free WiFi. Boasting views of the pool, all units in the property come with private entrance and a private pool. There is a seating and a dining area in all units. All units have a private bathroom, free toiletries and bed linen. À la carte and continental breakfast options with warm dishes, local specialities and pancakes are available each morning at the luxury tent. At Tribe Yala - Luxury Camping, the family-friendly restaurant is open for dinner, lunch and high tea and specialises in Chinese cuisine. Guests at the accommodation will be able to enjoy activities in and around Yala, like hiking and walking tours. Tribe Yala - Luxury Camping has a sun terrace and an outdoor fireplace. Situlpawwa is 18 km from the luxury tent, while Bundala Bird Sanctuary is 30 km from the property. The nearest airport is Mattala Rajapaksa International, 39 km from Tribe Yala - Luxury Camping, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.
Traveller reviews
Tracy
couple
May 27, 2026
“Exceptional - definitely one we will not forget!”
Tribe Yala exceeded our expectations, although prices are a little high compared to other properties in Sri Lanka you definitely get a wow factor and the tented jungle safari experience with location (complete with plung pool ... what's not to love!) is what you are paying for. From our entire 2 weeks in Sri Lanka this was way far the most expensive place we stayed but you save so much in other areas of the country it was definitely worth splashing out a little more on a couple of nights here. We arrived to be told we were the only guests for the first night and so they arranged a private 'jungle' dining experience for us, which was fabulous. The tented accommodation is special and the staff were always helpful and attentive at all times. Our full day Safari was amazing and we saw everything, 2 leopard, so many elephants & their calfs, a sloth bear and so many other birds and animals. Both the guide and driver were exceptional . Dinner and breakfast were very good too with the overall experience being something special. Breakfast when not on Safari is served up on a platform in the trees with views for miles - definitely one we will not forget!
Jacqueline
solo_traveller
May 18, 2026
An amazing experience, the atmosphere was great. The safari guide Thushan was so knowledgeable and enthusiastic which made the safari and afternoon walk a great time!
Souparnika
family_with_children
May 5, 2026
The room had musky smell and the food were made from canned product. Not worth the money we paid.
Michael
couple
April 28, 2026
“Excellent camping in style experience.”
Location is very rural and felt like you were in the wilderness. There is even monkeys who sit outside the tents which we loved.
Genavieve
family_with_children
April 26, 2026
“Incredible and authentic Sri Lankan safari experience.”
It was an incredible experience and authentic feel.
Michael
couple
April 24, 2026
“It was good, but was lacking the finesse to make it exceptional”
Good location and the tents are private
Adam
couple
April 14, 2026
We treated ourselves to two nights of Glamping at Tribe Yala, and it was a great experience. The tent/room was luxurious, and the private pool was an absolute treat. The staff were super friendly, and the food at the restaurant was delicious and generous. Whilst not exactly cheap, the food/drink prices were quite reasonable given we were a captive audience in a remote location. The view from the viewing deck-above the trees- for breakfast and a sunset cocktail was a particular highlight. We loved the two guided walks we did from the resort, where we were able to spot a couple of crocs, elephant tracks, and an abundance of birdlife.
Georgia
family_with_children
April 12, 2026
“Excellent”
The entire experience. The staff, location and atmosphere. Great rooms and overall stay.
James
family_with_children
April 10, 2026
The spacious luxury tent was perfect for our family of 6 and the staff went out of their way to make us feel welcome at all times. The view for breakfast in the treehouse was a fantastic experience that was unexpected.
Ella
couple
March 24, 2026
“Excellent location, staff were really friendly.”
The puppies, pool, room service
Charlotte
couple
March 20, 2026
“Great Location for one or two nights”
Great glamping tent in the middle of Yala national park Hot shower, outdoor plunge pool, comfortable bed Good food at the restaurant, although not a huge amount of choice Safari is amazing!! Breakfast served in the treetops was lovely
Jordan
couple
March 5, 2026
“Truly amazing experience, made staying in a tent in the jungle luxurious 👍🏼👍🏼”
From the pick up from the road in the jeep to the very end was amazing, staff very friendly and attentive, safari booked through tribe was great and easy, luxury tent in the middle of the jungle with a private pool was unreal, food was delicious and catered to vegetarians, special requests were met and a very convenient WhatsApp service while you are there for your every need, would 100% recommend tribe
Sampath
solo_traveller
March 2, 2026
Great location right next to Yala National Park. The staff were extremely friendly / accommodating and went out of their way to arrange an early check in and organise my safari tours. The tents themselves are spectacular given the location with every amenity you would need
Helen
solo_traveller
February 28, 2026
“Tenting close to Yala”
The staff were all super attentive and willing to support with any and all queries. The room was a decent size with an outdoor pool. Food was excellent - breakfast after the morning safari was greatly appreciated. I also did an all-day safari and had the wonderfully knowledgeable head ranger, Dinesh, and an excellent driver for the day. We managed to see a sloth bear, leopards and elephants, as well as many other animals, thanks to their observations and patience. Trust them; they know what they’re doing!
Bridie
couple
January 29, 2026
“Luxury Safari stay just outside of the National Park!! Perfect in every way !”
The location was amazing!! It felt so secluded and reflective of the wildness we were hoping to feel on the outskirts of the national park. The glamping tent exceeded all expectations and was spotlessly clean with a sparkling pool out front ! Restaurant and drinks were equally as wonderful - staff were absolutely beautiful and so accommodating!!
Ashleigh
couple
January 28, 2026
We loved the breakfast and our room was lovely. The safari we booked through Tribe was amazing, our guide was incredibly helpful and knowledgeable, and we really loved our full-day safari experience with him. They also set up an amazing lunch for us, which was a great touch.
Michael
couple
January 22, 2026
“A great place to relax!”
By the time we reached Yala, we were a bit "safaried" out. We had already seen so many that all we wanted to do was relax at this point. Tribe Yala was perfect for this. A private plunge pool in the wilderness was just what the holiday called for at this point. Dinner was outside under the stars and we had breakfast one morning up in one of their treehouses overlooking the jungle. It was amazing. The room was large, fully stocked, great internet and a large bathroom which feel partially inside and outside amongst nature. The road into the camp is rough, so the team meats you off the main road and assist with luggage and transfer. This is part of the adventure and fun.
Joseph
couple
January 20, 2026
Staff were exceptionally friendly and super accommodating throughout our stay. They made a very big effort to ensure that my wife and I had an amazing honeymoon and even booked a candle lit dinner for the two of us and gave us a lovely cake! They also helped sort out our safari very easily and made sure that we were able to meet our driver so that we could carry on our travels
Rihaana
family_with_children
January 19, 2026
“Stay in the midst of Jungle 😊. Unforgettable experience”
So unique!! Very accommodating and friendly staff . Dinner was extraordinary , Breakfast at the roof top was so beautiful !! Felt so private
Andrew
family_with_children
January 15, 2026
Very friendly staff. We stayed in the Tusker tent which was very large: 1 king bed and 2 double beds. The room itself is probably in need of a refurbish soon. Dinner and breakfast at the hotel was very good. We did a full day safari which was probably a bit much with young kids - we should probably have done a half day tour.
Facilities
Activities
Fishing, Canoeing, Hiking, Walking tours, Themed dinner nights, 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, Property is cleaned by professional cleaning companies
Entertainment and family services
Board games/puzzles
Food & Drink
Wine/champagne, Fruits, Special diet menus (on request), Breakfast in the room, Restaurant, Bar, Breakfast options
Food & drink safety
All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized, Breakfast takeaway containers, Delivered food is securely covered
General
Bicycle parking, Family rooms, Safety deposit box, Air conditioning
Internet
WiFi, Free WiFi, Internet services
Outdoors
BBQ facilities, Garden, Terrace, Sun terrace, Outdoor furniture, Picnic area, Outdoor fireplace
Parking
Parking, Free parking, Parking on site, Private parking
Physical distancing
Contactless check-in/check-out, Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed
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, First aid kit available, Access to health care professionals, Thermometers for guests provided by property
Self check-in
Passport/ID information collected online before you arrive, Lockbox key collection at the property
Services
Packed lunches, Tour desk, Airport shuttle, 24-hour front desk, Room service, Shuttle service, Airport shuttle (additional charge), Shared lounge/TV area, Daily housekeeping, Private check-in/check-out, Shuttle service (free), Shuttle service (additional charge), Currency exchange
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