Nestled amid forest and lake bordering the national park and close to the quieter Katagamuwa gate, Leopard Trails tented camp allows guests to experience the wilderness in comfortable air conditioned deluxe tents or in larger suites with plunge pools. Expert naturalists lead shared game drives, nature walks, give an introduction to stargazing, and also host guests for drinks around the campfire, before dining by candlelight! An approximate 4 hours’ drive from the Colombo city and the Bandaranaike International Airport, Leopard Trails is located in the perfect location which is easily accessible from any point even from the Mattala Rajapakse International Airport just being 1 hr away from the camp. The spacious tents are all air conditioned with private bathroom facilities and seating area for each tent. Besides safari drives, guests can enjoy games and activities arranged by the property or relax in the lounge area with a cocktail or fine wine from the fully stocked bar. We have two types of tents at Leopard Trails Yala camp: The Leopard Trails Suites and Deluxe Tents.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.9)

Breakfast Info

Breakfast to go


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 twin bed
and
1 full bed
3 twin beds
and
1 king bed
Bedroom :
3 twin beds
and
1 king bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.5
Facilities
8.8
Cleanliness
8.9
Comfort
8.8
Value for money
8.0
Location
8.9
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Kristi
    United States of America United States of America
    Amazing staff, unique location, outstanding food. Safari guide and driver made the experience memorable.
  • Daniel
    United States of America United States of America
    The room was spacious and had great amenities apart from wifi which is spotty. The staff are very observant and do a great job.
  • A
    Amitha
    India India
    Breakfast was good, liked the place around us while having breakfast. Our host Raj was excellent along with his boys, took care of us well. Very happy. Would like to visit the place again.

Managed by Leopard Trails Yala

Company review score: 9.5Based on 146 reviews from 2 properties
2 managed properties

Company info

Established in 2012, Leopard Trails Bespoke Tented Safaris offers a guided tented camping experience bordering Sri Lanka's national parks.

Property info

We believe that any safari experience is greatly enhanced by high quality guiding. The Game Rangers at Leopard Trails are employed for their knowledge of Sri Lanka’s jungles and their ability to communicate with people from all over the world. These passionate and qualified individuals are fascinating company, and are the ideal ambassadors to teach you the seemingly invisible language of the bush. Apart from conducting informative game drives, the ranger also acts as a host within camp, discreetly reading the needs of our guests whilst at the same time sharing his stories, knowledge and passion of the wild. We believe that our game rangers play a massive role in enhancing the guest experience at Leopard Trails.

Language Spoken

English

Area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Restaurant #1
    • Cuisine
      Asian
    • Open for
      Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Halal • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free

Amenities of Leopard Trails Yala
Great facilities! Review score, 8.8

Most popular amenities
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)
View
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace
  • BBQ facilities
    Additional charge
  • Garden
Room Amenities
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Cooking class
  • Tour or class about local culture
  • Walking tours
  • Canoeing
Living Area
  • Sitting area
Food & Drink
  • Wine/Champagne
  • Kids' meals
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
Internet
No internet access available.
Parking
No parking available.
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/out
  • Express check-in/out
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
Safety & security
  • 24-hour security
General
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Designated smoking area
  • Smoke-free property
  • Wake-up service
  • Private entrance
  • Car rental
  • Packed lunches
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Room service
Accessibility
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Languages Spoken
  • English

House rules

Leopard Trails Yala takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 1:30 PM

Check-out

Until 10:30 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

< 1 year old
Crib upon request
Free
1 - 3 years
Crib upon request
Free
Extra bed upon request
$90 per child, per night
4 - 5 years
Extra bed upon request
$90 per child, per night
6 - 11 years
Extra bed upon request
$275 per child, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Mastercard Visa Cash is not accepted Leopard Trails Yala accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note:

Guests should pack safari attire that blends in with the natural surroundings – green, beige, khaki and tan colors are recommended. Please refrain from wearing white or bright colored clothing while you are at camp.

Closed shoes are also recommended while on safari and walking around camp, and flip flops for the outdoor showers. A dust mask or scarf is also handy.

Leopard Trails is a mobile camp set-up deep in the jungle, and in preparation for each trip, nonrefundable costs such as camp-site booking fees, camp set-up costs, itinerary preparation, staff costs, and other administrative costs are incurred.

Please inform Leopard Trails Yala of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

FAQs about Leopard Trails Yala

  • Leopard Trails Yala offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Canoeing
    • Walking tours
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Cooking class

  • Yes, Leopard Trails Yala is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • The prices at Leopard Trails Yala may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Check-in at Leopard Trails Yala is from 1:30 PM, and check-out is until 10:30 AM.

  • Guests staying at Leopard Trails Yala can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.3).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Breakfast to go

  • Leopard Trails Yala has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurant #1

  • Leopard Trails Yala is 6.8 miles from the center of Yala. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.