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Restaurant
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Free wifi
Tour desk
Private entrance
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24-hour front desk
Non-smoking rooms
Welcome to Big Game - Yala by Eco Team, a charming 3-star camping spot nestled within the beautiful expanse of Yala National Park, Sri Lanka! If you're searching for an adventure that's just a hop, skip, and a jump (2.8mi, to be precise) from the vibrant city center of Kataragama, look no further. Whether you start your day with a hearty breakfast included in your stay or dive into the wonders of nature right at your doorstep, every moment here is a promise of exhilaration wrapped in comfort.
With a wealth of amenities to elevate your experience, you'll find everything from a cozy restaurant to delightful kids' meals that keep the little ones happy. To ensure your stay is as laid back as possible, enjoy free parking, WiFi, and 24-hour front desk service to cater to your every whim. Feeling adventurous? Engage with our tour desk for the best local excursions, or unwind as you take in the stunning garden views from your private entrance. Reviews from our 282 guests shine brightly with praise, highlighting the friendly atmosphere and stellar service that make Big Game Yala a favorite among travelers!
Immerse yourself in the serene surroundings with plenty of style. Grab your favorite drink and sizzle up a feast at our barbecue area or lounge on the patio while breathing in the garden air. With the possibility of shuttle services (for an extra charge) to whisk you away to nearby attractions, your exploration of magic and wildlife around Yala National Park is only just beginning. Escape the ordinary—your unforgettable adventure at Big Game Yala is waiting for you! Rates start at an amazing low price, making this stunning experience both fun and affordable!
At Big Game Yala, every day feels like an adventure waiting to unfold! After refueling with your complimentary breakfast, why not join a guided safari to witness the captivating wildlife of Yala National Park? With our expert guides ready to take you on extraordinary journeys, you'll experience the thrill of spotting leopards, elephants, and a plethora of exotic birds in their natural habitats. And if you’re in the mood for something a little more relaxed, just lounge in the inviting garden, chat with fellow travelers, or catch up on some reading with the soothing sounds of nature as your backdrop.
When the sun dips low and the stars start to twinkle, our on-site Restaurant #1 serves a delightful array of local and international cuisine. Gather your friends or family, swap stories over a hearty meal, and relish the flavors that Sri Lanka has to offer. If you’re feeling particularly adventurous, don’t miss out on our barbecue area! There's something magically satisfying about grilling your own dinner while swapping tales with fellow food enthusiasts. Just imagine the aroma of sizzling delights mixed with the evening breeze—it doesn’t get much better than this!
As you prepare for your next day of exploration, our friendly staff are here to help with all your needs—from arranging tours to sharing insider tips about hidden gems nearby. Plus, with convenient payment options like cash, Visa, American Express, and Mastercard, settling in is a breeze. Big Game Yala isn’t just a place to stay; it’s where trails connect and adventures spark friendships! So surround yourself with laughter and excitement, and let your journey unfold in this incredible slice of paradise!
Closest airports
Hambantota International Airport
19.2miRestaurant
Free Private Parking
Free wifi
Tour desk
Private entrance
Parking On Site
24-hour front desk
Non-smoking rooms
Garden view
Patio
Kids' meals
Garden
View
Free toiletries
Barbecue
8.4
282 reviewsCategories of assessments
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Featured reviews:
Shaun
10
March 2023
A really unique experience sleeping in tents in the jungle! The whole property is beautiful and you are surrounded by nature and animals being right on the edge of the national park boundary. We had a candlelit BBQ dinner and it was delicious and the most perfect setting with fire flies buzzing around. The night walk was also really interesting and the guide was able to spot quite a few animals (we never would of spotted them). We booked a safari through the hotel and that was also well coordinated and enjoyable. Highly recommend!
We had some noisy guests who drank and chatted loudly late into the night (which somewhat spoiled the peace and quiet). Not the hotels fault tho!
Faye
10
December 2024
Our stay in Big Game was incredible, it made our time in Yala very interesting and authentic, with huge bonus points for being eco friendly. We loved staying in a tent and felt like we were secluded, sleeping so close to the national park. We also dined with Big Game which was very romantic and the staff couldn't do more for you. I had the vegetarian option (eggs and tofu) which was very tasty and went above expectations. My partner had the meat option and would recommend the chicken as it was beautifully marinated. We were also impressed with the tea, coffee and snacks provided. One thing I was worried about when our stay was approaching was if they had lockers to store valuables, which there was and we had some snacks with us, but we were able to store these with Big Game safely Despite practically being in the national park, we had very good phone signal and 4G in our tent and the communal areas. We also loved the bush walk which was a lovely touch to our stay
We had an insect-repellent plug provided, but it didn't fit any of the plugs but no big deal Another slightly disappointing thing was the meal on our second night had a lot less tofu pieces
Lina
9.1
January 2025
We stayed for 1 night in the family tent. I couldn’t find sufficient pictures online so here I share some. We were actually surprised by the luxury of the tents. It’s quite spacious. Everything is also clean. We booked an afternoon safari in Yala with our stay. The safari was great as our driver was a little bit older and received priority. The guide however was a rookie and his English wasn’t great, he did his best. We saw a leopard so mission accomplished. Receiving tea and cookies in the afternoon was perfect, although the space to chill was limited. We had a bbq but it takes time, you have to be patient. Around 8.30 we got our soup. Soup was great, bbq was ok and desert was nice. We got it included in our booking but I heard for others it was quite expensive. Not many mosquitoes during the night so very happy on that part!
Next to the tiny beds in the curtains were glowworms or something like that. They even crawled over the linens. A little bit creepy. Other than that, the tents were perfect.
Michelle
10
December 2024
The entire team of staff were absolute stars! They messaged us ahead of check in for some final arrangements. Upon arrival, the check-in was quick and the brief was easy to comprehend. We checked in at 3pm and got to do the complementary afternoon bush walk with Malik (and the other kind gentleman I forgot his name). The tent and the surroundings were clean. I loved the sustainability concept. Water is available in a dispenser at reception and the room water bottles are made of glass. Tea and coffee with milk were also free anytime of the day. The playgrounds were nice and big and a couple of kids played cricket freely. They have lockers at the reception to keep your valuables. Again at 9 pm, we went for another complementary bush walk where we saw tarantulas and other nocturnal insects and birds. In the morning, we went for a safari but didn't know that it would extend slightly past the checkout time. The duty manager was kind to us and let us pack our things in no rush. He offered tea and coffee as we waited for our tuktuk which his team ordered. Also..When we checked out, my friend had forgotten her hair clip in the tent and one kind gentleman (one of the housekeeping staff I presume) ran after our tuk tuk to give it to us :) I recommend this place to everyone for an authentic camp experience!!
The dinner was said to be at 7.30pm but we didn't eat until around 8.30pm (not complaining though,because we're at a camp after all). We got the 3 course set and it looked like the food serving was paced based on the people who ordered 5 course, so the serving of our food was slower to accommodate the 5 course people. I'd suggest having two different serving paces for 3 course sets and 5 course set because we ended up rushing to collect our stuff for the night walk as dinner finished after 9pm. When the food was served, my friend got wrong order twice, but the staff was very courteous and apologised and brought the correct one swiftly
Alison
8.2
January 2025
The bbq cook up was great and generous. The afternoon walk was so informative and interesting. We saw lots of elephants on our safari. Staff were very helpful. Great service always
We were told to be up and ready for early safari at 5:15am but didn’t leave until 6. We had kids so we would have preferred more sleep. We weren’t told about the change of park entry to the further park entrance until on the way there and had to drive much further. We understand it was to avoid a very busy area that particular day but it would have been nice to know or to be involved in the decision.
Zozi
10
September 2024
I really don't understand any of the negative reviews, this place is really great!! I had an excellent three night stay and would definitely come back and would highly recommend it to everyone. It's very near the Yala gate so it's only 10 minutes away (helpful with early starts) and you are living in the middle of a semi-wild area so you really feel like you are in the bush. The tents are all set apart away from each other, very private, and very comfortable and of a good high standard, and you can relax on your own private patio, sitting outside listening to the birds. The beds are very comfortable, there is a separate bathroom area, a fan and it's peaceful and quiet. There are also two different separate areas to sit within the encampment, one high above the bush and the other large and comfortable. It's a lovely place to walk around, very green and calm, and I even saw some wildlife one night on the way back from dinner (a hare and a gecko, but still!). The staff are all excellent, really professional, very keen to make your stay as good as possible. After the first international dinner, which was very nice, I asked for Sri Lankan food and the next two nights it was a feast! It's fun sitting around in the outdoors looking up at the stars and looking at the burning log in the middle, very atmospheric and enjoyable. I was very impressed by all the staff's dedication and helpfulness. Nothing was too much trouble for them. I went on a one day long safari, and also a morning one the next day, and thanks to the very knowledgeable guide Dilhara saw a leopard on both days! I would have missed them if he hadn't been with us, he spotted so much we wouldn't have seen by ourselves, and knew all about the different animals and birds. Do book a guide, it's a much better experience and definitely worth the extra money, and make sure you check that one is coming with you.
Natalia
8.2
December 2023
The camp site was super organised, a great glamping experience. It was a bit out the way of any restaurants etc so we opted to have the dinner there, which was quite pricey, but a sweet atmosphere with the candles.
We had chosen to stay in this type of accommodation so we can get the full experience of nature with the sounds of animals, rain etc. Unfortunately though there was very loud music playing untill 01:00 which is quite odd considering everyone is there to get on a safari at 05:00. In total we got about 4 hours sleep which definitely ruined the experience of the safari the next day as we were so exhausted. We tried to WhatsAap message 3 number’s linked to this property asking when the music would stop (including the one that Booking.com have on their page when booking) and had no answers at all.
Chen
9.1
April 2024
This camping site is in a good position.Afternoon walk and afternoon tea are free so far, especially afternoon walk is worth to go for,I saw a lot of monkeys and birds,because we just walked beside the fence of Yala National Park. The dinner is delicious,including a bowl of soup ,roast chicken and sea fish, dessert,of course it’s not free.In the night, I saw some of the fireflies.when I waked up,I heard different birds singing.It’s very nice. You can take a hot shower in the tent.but the water is salty.
The staffs like to persuading customers to buy products.If I said no, they would be unhappy. The facilities are a bit old.My tent's zipper is broken.
Annabel
10
January 2025
The accommodation was beautiful, food excellent and the atmosphere in the evenings with the fireside dinners was very special. We chose to add the safari to our stay. The guides were very knowledgeable and we loved the experience.
A fan in the chill out area could add value and the board games were limited, this was probably more apparent during our stay as it rained and we had two small children.
Becky
10
May 2024
Wow! Honestly could not recommend this stay when staying in Yala. The staff are absolutely amazing and made the trip so much more enjoyable and stress free. I loved my time here so much and we extended our stay. The tent was immaculate and a lot nicer than most hostels we have stayed in. It was so close to the national park yet so very secure. The camp site itself is lovely. I really really couldn’t recommend it enough. You will not be disappointed.
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Airports
Hambantota International Airport
19.2miAirports
Hambantota International Airport
19.2miRestaurant
Free Private Parking
Free wifi
Tour desk
Private entrance
Parking On Site
24-hour front desk
Non-smoking rooms
Garden view
Patio
Kids' meals
Garden
View
Free toiletries
Barbecue
Accessibility
Entire unit located on ground floor
Activities
Cooking class
Tour or class about local culture
Walking tours
Bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Private Bathroom
Shower
Toilet
Toilet paper
Towels
Bedroom
Linens
Cleaning Services
Daily housekeeping
Entertainment & Family Services
Board games/Puzzles
Outdoor play equipment for kids
Food & Drink
Kids' meals
Packed lunches
Restaurant
Special diet meals (on request)
Food & drink safety
Delivered food covered securely
Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
Front Desk Services
24-hour front desk
Invoice provided
Tour desk
General
Carpeted
Designated smoking area
Family rooms
Non-smoking rooms
Private entrance
Smoke-free property
Internet
Free wifi
Kitchen
Cleaning products
Living Area
Sitting area
Outdoors
Barbecue
BBQ facilities
Garden
Outdoor dining area
Outdoor fireplace
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Parking
Free Private Parking
Parking On Site
Physical distancing
Cashless payment available
Room Amenities
Fan
Socket near the bed
Safety & security
24-hour security
Fire extinguishers
Safety features
Access to healthcare professionals
First aid kits available
Services
Wake-up service
Transportation
Airport shuttle
Shuttle service
View
Garden view
View
Pets are not allowed.
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Age restriction may apply
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
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Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 12 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
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Crib and extra bed policies
0 - 2 years
Additional fees are not calculated automatically in the total cost and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The maximum number of cribs, extra beds, and children allowed in existing beds can vary depending on the option booked.
All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.
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