Wildlife encounters await at this national park retreat where travelers can sip drinks at the bar, enjoy continental breakfasts, and experience safari adventures
Big Game Yala by Eco Team offers an immersive natural experience in the national park. Relax with drinks from the bar after a day of wildlife viewing, start mornings with a continental breakfast, and explore the wilderness on guided safari excursions.
Located in Kataragama, Big Game Yala by Eco Team is in a national park. Kataragama Archaeological Museum and Sithulpawwa Buddhist Monastery are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Yala National Park and Lunugamvehera National Park. Visit our Kataragama travel guide
At Big Game Yala by Eco Team, you can look forward to a garden, laundry facilities, and a bar. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a restaurant.
You'll also find perks like:
An outdoor pool
Free self parking
Continental breakfast (surcharge), a safari, and a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
Tour/ticket assistance, a front-desk safe, and luggage storage
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as premium bedding, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and free bottled water.
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
Food and drink
Daily continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: USD 8 per person
A bar/lounge
A restaurant
Things to do
Outdoor pool
Safari
Family friendly
Laundry facilities
Outdoor pool
Separate bedroom
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Housekeeping (daily)
Tour and ticket assistance
Turndown service
Outdoors
Barbecue grill
Garden
In a national park
Picnic area
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
2 accessible parking spaces
No elevator (single-level property)
Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessibility
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
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Smoking not allowed
Room amenities
Bedroom
Memory foam mattress
Premium bedding
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Private bathroom
Shampoo
Shower
Slippers
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Food and drink
Free bottled water
Limited room service
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Individual furnishings
Portable fan
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 12:30 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:30 AM
Special check-in instructions
Guests must transfer via required shuttle to the property; guests must contact the property at least 24 hours before travel, using the contact information on the confirmation received after booking
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:30 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 5 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Fee for continental breakfast: approximately USD 8 per person
Airport shuttle fee: USD 190 per vehicle (one-way)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
Parking height restrictions apply
Property is also known as
Big Game Camp Yala Safari Kataragama
Big Game Camp Yala Safari
Big Game Camp Yala Kataragama
Big Game Camp Yala
Big Game Camp Yala Safari/Tentalow Kataragama
Big Game Camp Yala Safari/Tentalow
Big Game Camp Yala
Big Game Yala by Eco Team Kataragama
Big Game Yala by Eco Team Safari/Tentalow
Big Game Yala by Eco Team Safari/Tentalow Kataragama
Frequently asked questions
Does Big Game Yala by Eco Team have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Big Game Yala by Eco Team?
As of Mar 8, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Big Game Yala by Eco Team on Apr 5, 2026 start from ₩64,088, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is Big Game Yala by Eco Team pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Big Game Yala by Eco Team?
Check-in start time: 12:30 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at Big Game Yala by Eco Team?
Check-out is at 10:30 AM.
Does Big Game Yala by Eco Team provide a shuttle to the airport?
Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of USD 190 per vehicle applies.
Where is Big Game Yala by Eco Team located?
Situated in a national park, this tentalow is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Yala National Park and within 6 mi (10 km) of Kataragama Archaeological Museum and Kataragama Temple. Sacred Bo Tree and Sithulpawwa Buddhist Monastery are also within 9 mi (15 km).
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Reviews
Big Game Yala by Eco Team Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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Good food comfortable tents and beds.
We booked a afternoon safari and got to see all the animals on our list including leopard mother and cub.
All round good value for money and near to the park
mark
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Charlotte
Dec 23, 2024
Brilliant glamping experience
The tent was very spacious and clean. The beds were comfy and the entertainment was good. There were board games to play, books to read, wi-fi in the communal areas and sports to play. There was a BBQ meal in the evening which was very good and the children could roast marshmallows around the fire. Overall a great experience
The camp ground has a nice setup with a dining tent and lounge area. The food was pretty good overall but vegan options were limited for dinner. The safari was the best part with well maintained jeeps and a guide. Not a fan of the bathroom in the tent, it is hard to ignore the smells in a small tent
All staff members are so kind and friendly. Every service was perfect and comfortable for me from the checking in to checking out. We booked the hotel very last minutes, but the staff helped me for the meal arrangement and the safari arrangement smoothly so there was no inconvenience and negative comments for the stay!
I’d like to come and visit here again.
I’ve done a lot of Safaris and seen a lot of Safari camps, and this camp/glamping setup was one of the best. I mean electricity, hot water, and fan.. what’s not to love.
By far, the best meal offered was breakfast as I just felt dinner was a bit too basic. I also felt that they could have outlined the price individual drinks. I mean, I knew how much dinner and breakfast cost, but I was a little in the dark as to the rest of it.
However, the Safari was very cool, and even though we just missed seeing a leopard, we did see two Sloth Bears, which I’m told are even harder to see. All and all, Ysla Bih Game was a very nice camp
Great stay here. Food options are limited, but great for a night or two.
Verified traveler
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
ANNE
Nov 7, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Le séjour s’est passé merveilleusement bien ! Un personnel aux petits soins , très accueillant et efficace, des repas excellents et des chambres tout confort
Vi havde et rigtig godt ophold på campen. Personalet var meget venlige og serviceminded. Teltet havde alt hvad man skulle bruge. Maden på stedet var god.
Wonderful out door experience. Well run by Saman. Very comfortable tent with adequate en suite shower etc.
Dinner around the fire was straight out of the film Out of Africa. Very good red wine. Didn’t try the white and the food was excellent. The safari was well worth the early start with a stop for breakfast served in the safari jeep. We had a drive and guide from the camp and a guide from the park too. They are amazing at spotting the game. You need at least 2 nights and it is a wonderful family experience too.
You can not be closer to nature. It's amazing to listen to the sound of nature especially in the morning.
To join the safari is recommended as the game does not provide big entertainment except peacefull tent areas with relaxing hammrocks.
The staff is very friendly and caring. The tents are almost like Hotel rooms and perfectly equiped.
Dinner is served as BBQ and it is very tasty. Breakfast is offered with fresh fruits. Once you participate to the Safari you are guided perfectly and you also get a nice bush-breakfast.
I can recommend the accommodation for a stay of 2-3 days and in combination with a pre-booked Safari.
Wonderful place! Tough to find but incredible once we arrived. _VERY_ helpful and welcoming staff. Great service, wonderful food, and most importantly an amazing closeness to nature.
service staff was wonderful, but needs quite a bit of training. Staff shift supervisor was much more experience and guest oriented than the Guest Relations manager. I briefly saw the camp manager and there was no sincerity. She was as the elusive leopard. Food was excellent so was the minor staff.
Nice camp. Tent was lovely and spotless. I booked my safari through the camp. The nighttime (afternoon) safari was my favourite. Much smaller area to cover and fewer cars than in the morning. We saw two leopards. One having a nap and another trying to get some dinner. Lots of other stuff to see, elephants, crocodiles. Buffalo, Spotted Deer, Eagles, the list goes on. Would recommend.
Great one night stay with 1/2 day safari. Staff very friendly and helpful. Nothing too much trouble. Lunch and eve meal good. Nice to sit around the bonfire under the night sky. Great morning safari and lucky to see 4 leopards amongst many other animals and birds. Thanks to all the staff for making our stay one to remember
Lejren var fantastisk, midt i naturen, og med et virkelig behageligt personale. Man føler sig velkommen fra det første øjeblik. Virkelig lækker mad - 3 retter til både morgenmad og aftensmad. Hyggeligt med bål hver aften. Toilet- og badefaciliteterne var helt fine. Så hyggelig lejr.
Absolute pleasure staying at this camp. Food was brilliant and tent was fantastic. We were upgraded to luxury tent for our anniversary. Thank you so much.
Christopher
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018
6/10 Okay
Verified traveler
Oct 31, 2018
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Zeltstadt im abgelegenen Wald. Nettes Ambiente mit Lagerfeuer, BBQ Grill und Natur pur! Es gibt Teetime & ein Willkmensgetränk.
Leider besteht keine Möglichkeit in die Stadt zu kommen da die TukTuks nicht auf dem schlammigen Weg bis zum Camp fahren. Dadurch entsteht eine Art Monopol was bei Lunch & Dinner mit für dieses Land überzogen Preisen ausgenutzt wird.
Das Camp bietet Safari Touren an. Die Ganztagestour (200 Dollar 6x18Uhr) ist wesentlich billiger, aber bei Ankuft wird erzählt dass man doch bitte die zwei Touren (5:30-11 & 14:30-18uhr jeweils 125 Dollar) buchen soll, das wäre besser.... (um nochmal einen zusätzlichen Lunch zu verkaufen???). Ist allerdings nicht so da der Weg vom Camp zurm Nationalpark jeweils 45-60min. dauert und man diese Zeit verliert... Das Serviceteam hat sich um alles gekümmert und war super nett. Aber am Ende blieb beinuns ein fader Beigeschmack und wir fühlten uns leicht abgezogt. Unser Tipp: Wer das Zelt nicht unbedingtt braucht, lieber ein Hotel/HomeStay in der Stadt buchen...
The staff was great very attentive to its customers. The tents were great and the meals were also very good. The stay also included a safari and a guide which also was great. I would recommend this place to anyone.
Vriendelijk personeel die willen dat je je goed voelt maar dit komt soms wel wat opdringerig over. Wij hadden een luxe tent geboekt, maar vergis je niet dit is geen luxe. Het is echt back to basic (zonder wifi) de tenten zijn bovendien erg verouderd met overal kleine gaatjes tot gevolg waardoor spinnen en insecten onvermijdbaar zijn. De tenten zijn ook zeer krap en de “badkamer” moet dringend vernieuwd worden, wij hebben ons hier niet willen douchen omdat deze te vies waren. Prijs kwaliteit vinden wij dit niet oké. De safaries vonden we wel goed met een aangename jeep en gids.
We stayed as an extension to my 50th birthday celebrations. When the team learned of this, they wanted to do Wilpattu (sister camp) ... and they succeeded. We did a full day safari with superb driver and guide. Food was excellent. Room was tent luxury. Clean, comfortable, out with nature and lovely views of the stars. The camp manager went out of his way to interact with guests. A real wildlife experience with a real human, personal touch.
Highly recommend Big Game Camp! The food is fabulous and included a silver service dinner with a bonfire under the stars. Definitely recommend full board it's excellent value! It's best to book your safari before arrival though as we didn't and missed out on getting a guide. Not that it seemed to matter, we saw so many animals and we were privileged to see a leopard drinking from a watering hole right beside us. The staff are wonderful and can't do enough for you. Loved Big Game Camp!