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A view of Mahoora Tented Safari Camp in Yala, Sri Lanka

Mahoora Tented Safari Camp in Yala

Mahoora Tented Safari Camp is on the border of Yala National Park, the second largest national park in Sri Lanka, about 310 km from Bandaranaike International Airport. Staying so close to the park improves your chances of seeing a leopard.

Image Credit: Mahoora Tented Safari Camp in Yala

Planning your stay

Tissamaharama is the usual base for Yala, about 30 minutes from the main park entrance. Morning safaris start early, around dawn, so a hotel close to the park helps. Yala is partly closed for a few weeks in the dry season, usually around September. Bring binoculars, a hat and neutral clothing for game drives, and book a jeep with a tracker who knows the park.

Things to do nearby

Take a Yala safari, or read about camping at Yala and glamping at Yala. The Sithulpawwa monastery is nearby.

For more ideas, see things to do in Yala, or compare all hotels in Yala.

  • Check-in1430 hrs
  • Check-out1030 hrs

Accommodation

Accommodation is in Classic Tents with private bathrooms, hot water and toiletries. There is no air conditioning, but tents have fans, mosquito nets and charging points.

Classic Tent at Mahoora Tented Safari Camp in Yala, one of its room types

Classic Tent

A 15 sqm tent with three single beds and garden views. It has an outdoor sitting area, a safe, a fan and mosquito nets.

Image Credit: Mahoora Tented Safari Camp in Yala

Facilities

  • Well maintained jeeps for safaris with a naturalist.
  • Nightly campfires.
  • Unlimited snacks, tea, coffee, water, juices and soft drinks.
  • Night drives and night walks can be arranged.
  • Free Wi-Fi in public areas.
  • Garden
  • Scenic inland setting
  • Private check-in and check-out

Food and drink

  • A la carte dining
  • Sri Lankan
  • Outdoor dining
  • Local and international cuisine

How to Get There

Mahoora Tented Safari Camp in Yala is inside Yala National Park. From Bandaranaike International Airport it is about 280 km by road, about 4 hours 45 minutes, travelling via the Southern Expressway and its extension towards Hambantota, then on through Tissamaharama.

From central Colombo the journey is about 255 km and takes about 4 and a half hours.

We can book a private air conditioned transfer from the airport or anywhere in Colombo, and the driver can stay with you for the rest of your holiday if you wish. Allow extra time at weekends and on public holidays, when the roads out of Colombo are busier.