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Wadula Safari Yala

Thissamaharama, Hambantota

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4.8/5

FantasticFrom 50 reviews

5.0/513 Apr 2026

Anna-Elina • Couple Trip

The hotel is overall a wonderful experience, truly allowing you to feel part of nature while enjoying excellent vegetarian cuisine and complete tranquility. There is not much to do at the hotel itself, which is exactly the point, it’s the perfect place to unwind, relax, and connect with nature. Yala safaris can also be conveniently arranged directly through the hotel. The food and breakfasts are excellent. The service is smooth and professional, with very attentive staff. The rooms are clean and fully equipped with modern standards.

5.0/54 Apr 2026

Walter • Couple Trip

Schöne Bungalows in einem dschungelähnlichem Garten mit Vogelgezwitscher und am Ufer eines großen See, der in Google Maps nichg sichtbar ist. Relativ nah zum nördlichen Park Eingang Block1und auch nur 30 min vom Eingang Block 5 entfernt.

5.0/531 Mar 2026

Christian • Couple Trip

Very friendly and service minded owners who picked us up in the closest city as well as assisted in arranging Safari in the national park. It was like living in the national park with all the birds and monkeys in the area. The food is really made from scratch and their rice and curry was the best one we ate during our entire trip to Sri Lanka. Also amazing banan pancakes. We can really recommend this place when you plan to visit Yala or just want to be out in the nature!

5.0/516 Mar 2026

James • Solo Trip

The staff here could not be more helpful and friendly. I felt very welcomed and safe. The property sits on a lakefront with abundant wildlife. I enjoy photography and one of the staff kayaked me with my camera around the lake to take photographs of the wildlife. Like I said the service is unparalleled and the food is excellent. The staff is prompt and plans were followed up to the letter. It doesn’t get any better.

5.0/53 Mar 2026

Aleksi • Couple Trip

Täydellinen majoitus kansallispuistossa vierailua varten.

5.0/525 Feb 2026

Mike • Couple Trip

Very nice place and great staff! If you want to experience “living” in the jungle 100% a recommendation! The rooms are large, clean and no bugs and the staff very helpful and friendly! If I am every around Yala area again then it’s the place I will stay 😎

5.0/523 Feb 2026

Monica • Trip with Friends

The rooms were comfortable with a/c and hot water showers. The staff were outstanding. They picked us up from the main road in the dark at 11pm in a Safari jeep and they drove us and all our luggage to the lodge, as our driver’s buss would get bogged on the muddy road. The chef was very friendly and cooked delicious food for us. The Safari was exceptional. We got very lucky to see leopards. One of them is called Lucas, a mature male leopard. The king of the jungle. Apparently a rare sight. We also spotted elephants, crocodiles, buffalo, lots of birds and deer. It was a memorable experience.

5.0/523 Feb 2026

Kim • Family Trip

Very tranquil place hidden in forest. Comfortable rooms and great food. Need to climb up into a safari ute to access the premises. Lots of wildlife about and a beautiful lake.

5.0/55 Feb 2026

Harmeet • Trip with Friends

A hidden gem! A beautiful, clean and comfortable cottage right in the middle of the forest, in the heart of nature. Lovely staff and service. They even arranged a last minute safari for me, which was worth it. The restaurant serves organic and fresh meals (veg only) and the view of the lake is spectacular! The host even took us for a walk around the areas and we saw some lovely birds. This place is worth every penny. Highly recommended.

5.0/529 Jan 2026

Todd • Trip with Friends

Amazing, clean, fully appointed “cottages” - the grounds are on the lake which was explosive with wildlife and great views. Right on the fence line of Udawalawe National Park. The food was EXCEPTIONAL and the staff were some of the kindest people we have ever met. (Big hugs to “Chef”!!! They set up an amazing safari for us where we had THREE leopard sightings - beyond our wildest expectations!!

5.0/529 Jan 2026

Andrea • Trip with Friends

Wonderful staff and amazing place to stay. Helped up organize our safari. Food was great and the sunset views can not be beat!

5.0/56 Jan 2026

Matthew

We had a fantastic stay here, the team were incredibly attentive, flexible and communicative with us, thanks for a great stay!

5.0/527 Dec 2025

Karen • Family Trip

Very friendly and helpful staff made our stay in the wilderness a great experience. Nice and clean with good, plentiful food.

5.0/57 Dec 2025

Jessica • Trip with Friends

Henkilökunta oli erittäin ystävällistä ja avuliaita

5.0/515 Nov 2025

Javier • Couple Trip

Las instalaciones sin muy bellas, junto al parque nacional. La comida es exquisita, la mejor comida que hemos hecho en Sri Lanka, además tienen un menú amplio. Las habitaciones inpecables y nuevas! En fin, recomiendo ampliamente!!! 👌👌👌

5.0/515 Oct 2025

SHAY

A real wild experience. The staff is very kind and helpful

5.0/52 Sep 2025

Ebenezer • Family Trip

The hotel and staff are amazing! They were so attentive to our needs and everything was so clean. The hotel had great communication with us through the Expedia app. We able to meet at a local temple for a late hour pick up. The drive in by jeep as the hotel is on the edge of the park! I can’t wait to go again!

5.0/524 Aug 2025

Tegan

We really enjoyed our stay here. Beautiful small resort in the national park. You were surrounded by palm trees and nature and right on a lake. The bungalow was lovely, nicely decorated, clean and comfortable bed. We were able to walk to the lake and watch the sunset which was memorable. The host was very friendly and welcoming and arranged our morning safari.

5.0/525 Jul 2025

Vibeke • Trip with Friends

Felt so taken care of the second we arrived. Went on a safari with the hotel and came back to a lovely dinner. The staff was excellent.

5.0/530 Jun 2025

Sathish • Couple Trip

The accommodation is off-roads, 2-3 kms, needing a 4-wheeler drive (which the staff will pick you up on) to access. It is a bit remote, and takes a narrow dirt path, so I recommend arriving before dusk. The rooms are cute & comfy. There are telephone networks in the property, so Internet isn't an issue. While getting off the 4-wheeler safari jeep, I missed a step (my fault) and ended up spraining my ankle, hurting my ligament. My ankle was pretty swollen, and I needed help to hop to my cottage. I was pretty bummed out - but, the staff totally turned around the situation for me. - Chamit and Nisal immediately got us ice & first aid to reduce the swelling. - They arranged for me to see the nearest doctor (around 10 kms away). Chamit drove us to the doctor. The doctor didn't have an x-ray machine and Chamit drove us another 30 kms to the hospital with the nearest x-ray machine. Thankfully, I didn't have a fracture and it was just a ligament tear. Chamit drove us back 40 kms to the cottage. That night's dinner at our cottage was the best food I have ever eaten in Sri Lanka. I was able to go on the safari the next day and see peacocks, alligators, wild buffalos, monkeys, deers and leopard. The food packed by the staff for the trip was delicious. This story would have been us being stuck in forest land with a swollen ankle not knowing what to do - I deeply owe it to Nisal, Dulaj & Chamit for their calm, patience, kindness & hospitality and being a source of strength!

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Situlpawwa Road, Kataragama, uva, LK

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Check-in Procedure

Check-in2:00 PM-9:00 PM

Check-out11:30

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a 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
This property accepts cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply). To arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. The front desk is open daily from 2:00 PM - 9:00 PM. This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.

Want to check in early? Fill out the Special Requests form on the booking page.

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Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property.
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property.
Contactless check-out is available.

About Wadula Safari Yala

Wadula Safari Yala Location
With a stay at Wadula Safari Yala in Kataragama, you'll be on a lake, just steps from Yala National Park. This guesthouse is 5.7 mi (9.2 km) from Kataragama Archaeological Museum and 5.7 mi (9.2 km) from Kataragama Temple.

Wadula Safari Yala Facility and Service
You can experience a safari adventure. This guesthouse also features complimentary wireless internet access, tour/ticket assistance, and a picnic area. Guests can get around on the shuttle (surcharge), which operates within 200 kilometers.

Wadula Safari Yala Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 5 air-conditioned rooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Satellite television is provided for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include coffee/tea makers and complimentary bottled water, and housekeeping is provided daily.

Restaurant and Cafe
Satisfy your appetite for lunch or dinner at the guesthouse's restaurant, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Continental breakfasts are available daily from 5:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.

Room Type and Price

Mon, 10 Aug 2026 - Tue, 11 Aug 2026 (1 night)

1 Room, 1 Adult, 0 Children