Title: Wadula Safari Yala - Latest Guesthouse Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Wadula Safari Yala Lakefront guesthouse in Kataragama with a restaurant ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31710000/31701800/31701758/dc5ff14f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Safari](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31710000/31701800/31701758/a6151a2a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31710000/31701800/31701758/c6e3d2af.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31710000/31701800/31701758/81a18e9b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Safari](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31710000/31701800/31701758/14950671.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Wadula Safari Yala, surrounded by the serene lake, offers a peaceful escape. Guests can relax in the garden, enjoy flavorful meals at the restaurant, or access a nearby pool. The guesthouse's distinctive charm leaves a lasting impression on all who stay. 9.6 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Room service - Breakfast available - Housekeeping - Air conditioning - Free WiFi - Restaurant ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct. 1 - Oct. 2](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-01&endDate=2025-10-02&selected=31701758&PinnedHotelID=31701758&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-01&endDate=2025-10-02&selected=31701758&PinnedHotelID=31701758&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct. 2 - Oct. 3](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-02&endDate=2025-10-03&selected=31701758&PinnedHotelID=31701758&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-02&endDate=2025-10-03&selected=31701758&PinnedHotelID=31701758&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct. 3 - Oct. 5](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-03&endDate=2025-10-05&selected=31701758&PinnedHotelID=31701758&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-03&endDate=2025-10-05&selected=31701758&PinnedHotelID=31701758&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Oct. 10 - Oct. 12](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=31701758&PinnedHotelID=31701758&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=31701758&PinnedHotelID=31701758&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31710000/31701800/31701758/c6e3d2af.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Economy Cottage, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Lake View 10.0 Exceptional 5 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Flat-screen TV Ceiling fan Blackout drapes/curtains Separate bedroom Private bathroom Bidet Rainfall showerhead - 192 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Lake view - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FKataragama-Hotels-Wadula-Safari-Yala.h31701758.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FKataragama-Hotels-Wadula-Safari-Yala.h31701758.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C6.39102%2C81.37552&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=wVAGf3nNdAmQyNkqXLz9Asnirbg=) Situlpawwa Road, Kataragama, uva, 82600 #### Restaurants - ‪SMOOTHIEBUN - Healthy Vegetarian Restaurant, Kataragama - ‬18 min drive - ‪Mia Mia Cafe - ‬18 min drive - ‪Lavendish Leisure - ‬17 min drive - ‪Cafe J Restaurant - ‬16 min drive - ‪Sigithi Food Cabin - ‬18 min drive ## About this property ### Wadula Safari Yala Guesthouse by the lake A garden, car rentals on site, and a restaurant are just a few of the amenities provided at Wadula Safari Yala. Guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas. You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay: - Outdoor pool access nearby - Continental breakfast (surcharge), a safari, and a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) - Smoke-free premises and tour/ticket assistance Room features All guestrooms at Wadula Safari Yala boast comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free bottled water. Extra amenities include: - Bathrooms with rainfall showers and bidets - 42-inch flat-screen TVs with satellite channels - Electric kettles, ceiling fans, and daily housekeeping ## Similar properties ![1 bedroom, premium bedding, memory foam beds, individually furnished](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11720000/11718400/11718317/ab8db2ab.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Big Game Yala by Eco Team Kataragama - Pool - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant 8.8 Excellent 41 reviews CA $49 CA $49 total includes taxes & fees Oct 24 - Oct 25 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-25&selected=11718317&PinnedHotelID=11718317&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![2 bars/lounges, swim-up bar, poolside bar](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7690000/7686100/7686053/dac75b33.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Jetwing Yala Tissamaharama - Pool - Spa - Kids pool - Parking included 9.2 Wonderful 154 reviews CA $189 CA $251 total includes taxes & fees Oct 31 - Nov 1 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-01&selected=7686053&PinnedHotelID=7686053&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![3 restaurants, breakfast, lunch served; local and international cuisine](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23710000/23701500/23701470/c684e2ad.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### DoubleTree by Hilton Weerawila Rajawarna Resort Weerawila - Pool - Spa - Kids pool - Parking included 9.8 Exceptional 50 reviews CA $127 CA $170 total includes taxes & fees Oct 16 - Oct 17 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-16&endDate=2025-10-17&selected=23701470&PinnedHotelID=23701470&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11570000/11568600/11568511/9aafd438.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Yala Safari Camping Kataragama - Breakfast included - All-inclusive - Parking included - Free WiFi 9.6 Exceptional 20 reviews CA $287 CA $376 total includes taxes & fees Oct 2 - Oct 3 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-02&endDate=2025-10-03&selected=11568511&PinnedHotelID=11568511&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11470000/11465300/11465215/ad3d4f2b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Mahoora - Yala by Eco Team Kataragama - Pool - All-inclusive - Parking included - Free WiFi 8.4 Very good 8 reviews CA $107 CA $140 total includes taxes & fees Oct 15 - Oct 16 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-15&endDate=2025-10-16&selected=11465215&PinnedHotelID=11465215&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119100000/119091400/119091393/c44a92c3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Mailagama Cinnamon Residence Sella Katharagama - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Air conditioning 10 Exceptional 1 review CA $68 CA $81 total includes taxes & fees Oct 2 - Oct 3 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-02&endDate=2025-10-03&selected=119091393&PinnedHotelID=119091393&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Family Villa, 3 Bedrooms](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19960000/19956900/19956828/195f94c6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Tree Tops Yala Kirinda - Pool - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant 9.6 Exceptional 5 reviews CA $74 CA $88 total includes taxes & fees Oct 3 - Oct 4 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-03&endDate=2025-10-04&selected=19956828&PinnedHotelID=19956828&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4040000/4031800/4031774/40e7bc25.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cinnamon Wild Yala Tissamaharama - Pool - All-inclusive - Kids pool - Parking included 9.0 Wonderful 213 reviews CA $217 CA $290 total includes taxes & fees Oct 2 - Oct 3 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-02&endDate=2025-10-03&selected=4031774&PinnedHotelID=4031774&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Daily English breakfast (LKR 3960 per person)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95270000/95262300/95262246/a7d8df51.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Yala Wild Hut Thissamaharama - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Breakfast available 9.6 Exceptional 4 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-15&endDate=2025-10-16&selected=95262246&PinnedHotelID=95262246&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool, open 7:30 AM to 8:30 PM, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11560000/11559800/11559718/a7560c75.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Blue Turtle Hotel Thissamaharama - Pool - Spa - Kids pool - Parking included 9.0 Wonderful 37 reviews CA $79 CA $102 total includes taxes & fees Oct 2 - Oct 3 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-02&endDate=2025-10-03&selected=11559718&PinnedHotelID=11559718&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Free offsite parking within 1 mile; reservations required - Offsite parking; reservations required - 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge - Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 200 km - Beach shuttle (surcharge) ### Food and drink - Daily continental breakfast available 5:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: LKR 2,000 to 3,000 for adults and LKR 1,000 to 2,000 for children - A restaurant ### Things to do - Outdoor pool (guest access) - Safari ### Family friendly - Access to nearby outdoor pool ### Conveniences - Limited-hour front desk ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) - Tour and ticket assistance - Turndown service ### Outdoors - Garden - In a national park - On a lake - Picnic area ### Accessibility - No elevator ### More - Smoking not allowed ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Blackout drapes ### Bathroom - Bidet - Free toiletries - Hair dryer (on request) - Private bathroom - Rainfall showerhead - Shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - 42-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Electric kettle - Free bottled water - Limited room service ### More - Air conditioning - Ceiling fan - Iron/ironing board on request ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM Minimum check-in age: 15 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:30 AM Contactless check-out available ### Special check-in instructions 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 Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours 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 ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets No pets or service animals allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are available for LKR 23.0 per night Cribs (infant beds) are not available ## Important information ### Optional extras - Fee for continental breakfast: approximately LKR 2000 to 3000 for adults, and LKR 1000 to 2000 for children - Airport shuttle fee: LKR 45000 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3) - Rollaway bed fee: LKR 23.0 per night 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 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 ### We should mention This property does not have elevators 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 ### Property is also known as Wadula Safari Yala Guesthouse Tissamaharama Wadula Safari Yala Tissamaharama Wadula Safari Yala Tissamahar Wadula Safari Yala Guesthouse Wadula Safari Yala Kataragama Wadula Safari Yala Guesthouse Kataragama ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Wadula Safari Yala have a pool? > Yes, this property has outdoor pool access. ### How much does it cost to stay at Wadula Safari Yala? > As of Oct 1, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Wadula Safari Yala on Oct 2, 2025 start from CA $66.57, 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](https://www.expedia.ca/Kataragama-Hotels-Wadula-Safari-Yala.h31701758.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### Is Wadula Safari Yala pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Wadula Safari Yala? > There is free parking nearby. ### What time is check-in at Wadula Safari Yala? > Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available. ### What time is check-out at Wadula Safari Yala? > Check-out is at 11:30 AM. ### Does Wadula Safari Yala provide a shuttle to the airport? > Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of LKR 45000 per vehicle applies. ### Where is Wadula Safari Yala located? > Situated on a lake, this guesthouse is within 6 mi (10 km) of Yala National Park, Kataragama Archaeological Museum, and Kataragama Temple. Sithulpawwa Buddhist Monastery and Sacred Bo Tree are also within 9 mi (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Wadula Safari Yala Reviews 9.6 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 36 8 - Good 4 6 - Okay 3 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Staff & service ### 10/10 Amenities ### 9.6/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 10/10 Eco-friendliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ebenezer Sep 2, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities 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! ##### Ebenezer Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bineth Mar 12, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Everyone was super accommodating, the food was excellent and the area is beautiful truly amazing spot. ##### Bineth Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chris Mar 15, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities The setting is beautiful with abundant wildlife. The food was superb as were the excellent staff. Highly recommended. ##### Chris Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### yasmatti Jan 8, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities very nice for one night. ##### yasmatti Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Luc Nov 19, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great location for easy access to a Yala safari. The room was very clean, looked brand new. Great service ans the food was good! ##### Luc Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amit Feb 24, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very beautiful place. Very quiet, green and glorious forest around it. The lake next door is beautiful. The sunset from the restaurant was beautiful. One slight issue I found was big red ants in bathroom (didn't come to bedroom and didn't trouble when in bathroom but was concerning). Rest everything was fantastic. Dulaj and Chamita were wonderful hosts ##### Amit Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alessandra Oct 20, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort The room is a spacious cabin and it’s beautiful. There is a nearby lake where we saw wild water buffalo and wild peacocks. The food in the hotel is a little pricey but well worth it. The best vegetable curries I have eaten in Sri Lanka! This hotel is a hidden gem! ##### Alessandra Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robin Jul 21, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Amazing stay Amazing experience. Had a great time - thank you :) ##### Robin Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christina Jan 28, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Amazing place👌 Amazing place👌 The rooms were so nice and clean, the service was great and friendly and also the food was good. A big recommendation from me🙏 ##### Christina Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Apr 16, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great value in nature Really nice place surrounded by nature and adjacent to a serene lake. Lots of birds to watch while sipping your tea on your private patio and even the odd visit from neighbhood monkeys. Rooms are clean, with ceiling fan and AC, with very few bugs/mosquitoes inside. The staff are incredibly helpful and kind. They also offer safari from 4 hours to full day at seemingly standard prices. We did a six hour private safari for 31K PP where we saw elephants, mongooses, loads of birds, and even (just about) a leapord. Food is good, simple, traditional vegetarian Sri Lankan cuisine. No fresh coffee and no alcohol served but seemed ok with others bringing their own. The biryani comes with the local buffalo curd which is delicious. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller Jan 13, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort the safari was somewhat cool but overly crowded. very annoying ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ernest Feb 3, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Ideal place to stay for Yala National Park At end of a 4x4 dirt trail, the brothers have worked hard during difficult times to create a small high-end eco-friendly resort in the woods where monkeys play and peacocks crow. Recently built modern brick and plaster cottages with a/c face a lagoon lake with a property adjacent to Yala National Park. Service is excellent. ![Scene typical of Yala National Park](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/B3DE726D6855A759562EA8E2684F15E77FC2CE601706961649543.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Romantic Dinner](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/7D452A1E335163E4C3BDBF39FB5816751E0FD0C91706961644749.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Foot trail to cottage](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/737BF58A41C7E6C6345270FE18D20B8A63E5F4A71706961658625.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Forest cottage](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/9C7C329D3186B77A6AA2F258E26EBE94387AFA861706961668862.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Ernest Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Cristian Dec 19, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Little slice of paradise This was a great location. It was peaceful and secluded. Breakfast was served on the porch. It was delicious. Bed was a little firm. ##### Cristian Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### meeka Dec 21, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Excellent hotel This place is wonderful. The 2 brothers really go all out to take care of you. They have a western menu and food is plentiful. The rooms sit in front of a surprise beautiful lake inside the park. Wifi and TV were not expected so glad to have, as well as a spacious bathroom with Toiletries. They picked us up in a tuk tuk and gave door service no where did they lack service. Really nice owners. ##### meeka Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rick Mar 24, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very special and unique resort, with personalized touches. Beautiful villas in a peaceful pristine forested area near a lake and close to Yala National Park. The management was outstanding -- they went out of their way to surprise me with a birthday cake. The food prepared by their chef was delicious. The safari they booked was easily accessible to the park and made the adventure an exciting destination. We highly recommend Wadula Safari Yala as the place to stay when visiting Yala. ##### Rick Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sathish Jun 30, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Amazing staff, excellent service 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! ##### Sathish Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gipsy Nov 24, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The whole experience with Chamith and Dulash was absolutely perfect, from minute 1. Chamit was in contact with us since we left Ella, just to make sure that we were OK and that our arrival to his place was without any incident. We hired 2 safaris, the first one on the day of our arrival and the second one on the next day. And, of course, everything was also perfect. The food they prepared for us was world-class, including breakfast and dinner. They were so warm that we felt at home. And of course, room was pristine when we arrived. Room and all of the rest was clean and neat. I would stay at Wadula 100 times if needed. ##### Gipsy Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marina Jan 20, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The best service in Sri Lanka! We stayed one night in this property in the middle of the jungle. The staff is amazing - from pick up, through check in and until check out, they treated us like nowhere in Sri Lanka. They prepared an awsame dinner, took us for an hour tour around the property to explore the wildlife, organized a wonderful safari for us and even brought us things we needed from the shop in the city! The room si super clean and you will find there everything you need. A couple of practical advices: inform the property before arrival so that they can pick you up. Your driver won’t be able to go that far with the car. Buy the things you need before checking in, going back to the city is not an option in the night. But, you will be privileged to enjoy the wildlife and the nature and see some of the most beautiful scenaries and animals just a couple of steps from your room! ##### Marina Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Nina Mar 9, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities The accommodation was lovely but there’s no where to sit just hard wooden seats. Also the pool wasn’t available. The staff pick you up 2km from the lodges as the road is bad but that means you’re limited in what you can do without a car. ##### Nina Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sunjum Feb 28, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Sunjum Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Simon Feb 26, 2025 ##### Simon Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Simen Dec 30, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Opplevelsen i Wadula Safari var noe utenom det vanlige. Det er nok ikke stedet man reiser om man trenger et høyt tempo hele dagen, da det er ganske isolert. Men om man ønsker å ha et sted som man kan senke skuldrene å slappe av er dette helt perfekt. Eieren Dulaj sto til service hele tiden, og var hyggelig og svært imøtekommende. Han ordnet transporter, safari og andre ting vi ba om. Forbedringspotensialet i våre øyne ligger vel i at de ikke serverer kjøtt på restauranten, og heller ikke har en bar, så man kan få kjøpt seg et glass vin eller en øl. Dette løste han greit med å reise inn til byen for å handle inn alkohol for oss. Sengene var nok i overkant harde, så søvnen ble nok litt dårlig før en tidlig start på safari. Savnet også et par stoler plassert i resorten's egen lille oase som man kunne sittet å sett solnedgangen ved vannet med krokodiller og vannbøfler. ##### Simen Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jamie Nov 10, 2024 ##### Jamie Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mickey Oct 31, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### highly recommend an amazing experience. from the pickup on the road to the spectacular diner with candles light ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/D943AF24D122C079E1108A69F264BF0E87F1453E1730377773466.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/32D881ED3DC848F4BAFFA48DBF370C24E9EBAF121730377773488.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Mickey Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller Jan 4, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities #### Varmeste anbefaling Virkelig hjælpsomme smilende medarbejdere. Vejforhold er virkelig ringe i regnvejr. En almindelig taxa kan under ingen omstændigheder komme frem, sidste stykke SKAL være med tuktuk, så det anbefales at få hotellet til at arrangere transport til og fra. Sengen var meget hård, kunne afhjælpes med en topmadras. Dejlig mad, dog kun vegetar. Serveres i hytten. De serverer ikke alkohol. Et kort over området med hytter kunne være en fordel, det er svært at finde rundt specielt i mørke eller skilte ved stierne kunne også hjælpe. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024