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Big Game - Wilpattu by Eco Team

3.0 star property
Enjoy the safari at this 3-star Pahala Maragahawewa tentalow

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Exterior
1 bedroom, memory foam beds, individually furnished, laptop workspace
Safari
Game viewing

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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Wilpattu National Park, Pahala Maragahawewa, 41000
  • Ruwanwelisaya
    ‪39 min drive‬
  • Sri Maha Bodhi
    ‪40 min drive‬
  • Wilpattu National Park
    ‪46 min drive‬

Room options

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1 bedroom, memory foam beds, individually furnished, laptop workspace

Glamping bordering wilpattu with guided bush walk

  • 17 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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Family Glamping bordering wilpattu with guided bush walk | 1 bedroom, memory foam beds, individually furnished, laptop workspace

Family Glamping bordering wilpattu with guided bush walk

  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, memory foam beds, individually furnished, laptop workspace

Glamping bordering wilpattu with guided Safari

  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, memory foam beds, individually furnished, laptop workspace

Family Glamping bordering wilpattu with guided safari

  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

Family Studio

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Safari Tent

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Family Room A

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Glamping Bodering Wilpattu With Guided Safari

  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

Family Glamping Bodering Wilpattu With Guided Safari

  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

Glamping-A

  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, memory foam beds, individually furnished, laptop workspace

Glamping Bodering Wilpattu With Guided Night Walk

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Family Glamping Bodering Wilpattu With Guided Night Walk

  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Pahala Maragahawewa

In Pahala Maragahawewa .Within 6 miles (10 km) of this tentalow, you'll find Nochchiyagama Grand Mosque and Nochchiyagama District Hospital. Thambuttegama Hospital is within 16 miles (25 km) and Wilpattu National Park is within 20 miles (32 km).
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What's nearby

  • Nochchiyagama Grand Mosque - 11 min drive - 6.0 miles
  • Nochchiyagama District Hospital - 11 min drive - 6.2 miles
  • Ruwanwelisaya - 39 min drive - 20.9 miles
  • Sri Maha Bodhi - 40 min drive - 21.5 miles
  • Wilpattu National Park - 46 min drive - 15.7 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Some Muslim Hotel - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Samanala Reception Hall - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Don Bosco Hotel School - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Big Game - Wilpattu by Eco Team

Enjoy the safari at this 3-star Pahala Maragahawewa tentalow
There's a restaurant on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) and an area shuttle are available for a fee. Barbecue grills, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at Big Game - Wilpattu by Eco Team. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3-star Pahala Maragahawewa tentalow is smoke free.

  • 4 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
Big Game - Wilpattu by Eco Team offers 4 accommodations with complimentary bottled water. Rooms open to patios. These individually furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas. Beds feature memory foam mattresses. Bathrooms include showers, slippers, bidets, and complimentary toiletries. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Separate bedroom

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: USD 8 per person
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Game drive
  • Game viewing
  • Safari

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Memory foam mattress

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Electrical adapters
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 12:30 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

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
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately USD 8 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 110 per vehicle (one-way)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Big Game Camp Wilpattu Safari Nochchiyagama
Big Game Camp Wilpattu Nochchiyagama
Big Game Camp Wilpattu
Big Game Camp Wilpattu Safari
Big Game Camp Wilpattu Safari/Tentalow Nochchiyagama
Big Game Camp Wilpattu Safari/Tentalow
Big Game Camp Wilpattu Nochch
Big Game Camp Wilpattu
Big Game Wilpattu by Eco Team
Big Game - Wilpattu by Eco Team Safari/Tentalow
Big Game - Wilpattu by Eco Team Pahala Maragahawewa

Frequently asked questions

How close is Big Game - Wilpattu by Eco Team to the airport?

Big Game - Wilpattu by Eco Team is 94.2 mi (209-min drive) away from the Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Big Game - Wilpattu by Eco Team?

As of Apr 16, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Big Game - Wilpattu by Eco Team on Apr 26, 2025 start from $50.92, 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.

Does Big Game - Wilpattu by Eco Team have an airport shuttle?

Big Game - Wilpattu by Eco Team offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, for a charge of USD 110 per vehicle, one-way.

Does Big Game - Wilpattu by Eco Team offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Big Game - Wilpattu by Eco Team, but continental breakfast is offered for a fee of USD 8 per person. It's available every day from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Big Game - Wilpattu by Eco Team?

No, there is no casino at this tentalow.

What time is check-in at Big Game - Wilpattu by Eco Team?

Check-in start time: 12:30 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Big Game - Wilpattu by Eco Team?

This tentalow offers free self parking.

Does Big Game - Wilpattu by Eco Team have a pool?

Big Game - Wilpattu by Eco Team does not have a pool.

Does Big Game - Wilpattu by Eco Team have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Big Game - Wilpattu by Eco Team have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this tentalow.

How close is Big Game - Wilpattu by Eco Team to downtown Pahala Maragahawewa?

Big Game - Wilpattu by Eco Team is 0.8 mi away from Pahala Maragahawewa.

Big Game - Wilpattu by Eco Team Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 24 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Gilles-Edouard

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stunning Mahoora tents
It started with a bad surprise, for which I would blame Hotels.com as they showed pictures of the Mahoora tents, but booked us in the Big Game tent… a lower standard. Once that issue was cleared, we truely enjoyed our stay… the Mahoora tent is amazing, in a stunning environment. Service is great, candle dinner is amazing… and the safari organization was perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Gavin

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Peaceful place, great wildlife on your doorstep. Info on activities was non-existent though, so could be improved
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

EDMUND

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Sri Lanka tour January 22
Well spaced out tented accommodation in a glorious lakeside setting. Very helpful courteous staff and excellent knowledgeable guide for nature walks. Solar power and recycling of plastics helps eco credentials. Basic shower facility but ‘does the job’. Food was very authentic Sri Lankan. And what could be better than sitting under a star lit sky eating dinner with a central wood fire! A very short drive to Wilpattu national park entrance. All in all a pleasant comfortable stay. Very good value bearing in mind luxury tented accommodation on Sri Lanka is three times the cost!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

8/10 Good

JulieD, Brighton, UK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staying under canvas and eating under the stars in a jungle.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
An unforgettable experience
I cannot recommend this place highly enough. It was an absolutely amazing experience to stay there. It’s a luxury campsite with large spacious tents. The beds are very comfy and each tent has a fully equipped bathroom including hot water. The campsite is beautiful and is located right in the middle of the jungle, so you can wake up to the lovely sound of birds and insects in the morning. The staff were so enthusiastic and knowledgeable and friendly. The hotel manager is a big fan of David Attenborough and can speak in a very knowledgeable manner about all of the wildlife in the park, it was truly very humbling to listen to him and how much they all cared about conservation. We were very pleased to see that the whole site was very eco-friendly, lots of it was run on solar power, and it was completely plastic-free. They give you stylish glass bottles with clean water in them so that you don’t have to use lots of plastic bottles. In the evening there is tea on the lawn followed by an incredible dinner in a clearing in the jungle. Before dinner a member of staff came to the tent and collected us and then led us through the campsite which was all lit up by lanterns through the jungle and into this beautiful clearing where tables had been set up under the stars. It was truly amazing to sit under the stars and have a freshly prepared meal (the food is included in the cost), and a cold beer after a long day Safari. We had an amazing stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

STEPHEN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fabulously unique experience
Its a campsite, If you want a hotel experience dont go here however, For a great stay with a real difference its fab. The staff are really helpful the food was good the tent was great and there were plenty of thoughtful touches, Torch provided, power to charge phones, Safari picnic breakfast supplied even though we didn't use their safari etc. There were Loads of bugs and critters, frogs in the shower etc but Hey, Its a jungle. Take plenty of deet and enjoy it for what it is, we would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018

8/10 Good

scarlett

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great safari
We stayed for 2 nights in April 2018. Staff were lovely from the minute we arrived. So friendly and helpful. We did the full day safari offered by Big Game Camp which was brilliant. The naturalist knew so much, was really friendly and accommodating. We saw leopards, elephants, crocodiles, monkeys and wild boar, amongst other animals (but I think we were particularly lucky). It was a brilliant day, would recommend. The tent was very nice and spacious and had a comfortable bed and a fan. The bathroom was in a separate ‘room’ within the tent. The shower was just cold water and not strong so probably not one for washing your hair in. Basic but nice. In the evenings we were taken to the campfire for a drink - lovely. Then dinner was outside, romantic. The food was tasty but the main course was disappointingly English on both nights - barbecued meat and fish with boiled potatoes and veg, plus some rice. Drinks were reasonably priced. After dinner it was a little lacklustre as it was assumed we would go back to the tent which was dark with a small light - not ideal at 9pm! But we asked if we could stay at the campfire and have a glass of wine and the staff were very polite and said this was ok. It would better if there was a more lit area to sit in the evening and maybe a bar. Breakfast was better with fresh fruit, toast, roti. Camp was very difficult to find, you had to follow the sign for ‘Eco team’.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Not quite a luxurious camp experience
Booked for a night stay due to its proximity to Wilpattu National Park which was nice for the early morning safari tour. Staff were very nice and friendly but seems a bit disorganized sometimes. We also expected a bit more from the condition of the camp itself due to their pricing and marketing as a luxury camp. The camp is only furnished with a simple double bed and an extremely small table with a small lamp which barely light up the room at night. Also encountered a big rat in the attached bathroom in the tent at night because the tent had holes which the rats can enter and this is a bit unnerving for someone who is afraid of rats. The night has a big dip in temperature and therefore was a bit chilly but the only blanket provided was a thin sheet. Had to get up to put on thicker clothes to keep warm.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2018

8/10 Good

Gavin, Sri Lanka

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Camp and site was well maintained and clean. The staff was very welcoming and helpful. The Breakfast and Dinning location is very beautiful, and the meals were on point. The safari they organized was totally worth it since we saw everything we had to in a matter of a few hours. Will always go back.

8/10 Good

Achu

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
PERFECT GETAWAY IN THE WILD!
Totally loved every minute of our stay! We were warmly welcomed and all the staff were super friendly and always willing to help. Our safari was well organized and we were very lucky to have seen a lot of different wildlife. The BBQ dinner with a campfire and candles was amazing under a clear sky and plenty of stars. Can't think of anything to complain of. Perfect 2 days spending our wedding anniversary!

10/10 Excellent

Steve, Dubai

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great tented camp experience!
On arrival the staff had no record of our booking. We also discovered they did not take credit card and we did not have enough cash for the game drives.....however, after some initial confusion, we were shown our tent, which was fine - big enough, surrounded by bush, birds and butterflies and with hammock! The staff were excellent - kind and attentive. We went for our game drive (but were unable to negotiate a discount for 2 drives - maybe you'll have more luck! we paid $110 per drive for 2 people, $220 for both drives). The park is gorgeous - more forested than Africa, but fewer people. Safari vehicle ideal. Saw a leopard!! After the drive, they took us to the ATMs in town to get cash, which took several attempts in four banks, but we got it! Problems solved!! Back for tea and biscuits, and get ready for dinner. There were holes in the tent and rats had smelled our food. However, they told us not to keep food in the tent and they took it away and looked after it, sewed up the holes and problem completely solved! Dinner was BBQ sat around an open fire - fantastic!!! They serve wine - pricey at LKR1000 a glass! Next day up at 5 for the morning drive - tea and coffee and snacks offered, and off to the park. All great - no leopards or bears but lakes, birds, scenery. Breakfast served from the vehicle in the wild!!! Wonderful! Back to pack and off to Colombo. We arranged our own transport as their was far more expensive. Overall - brilliant - totally recommend!

10/10 Excellent

Rosario 27, Ireland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Outstanding!!
Once in a lifetime experience.

8/10 Good

Plat

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Dejligt sted midt ude i den smukke jungle. God service fra staff. Højere priser generelt på alt, maden, Safari, drikkevarer mv.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Camping de luxe en pleine nature
Super experience a Big Game. Les tentes sont tres confortables et super propres. Les repas (petit-dej et dinners tres bons et servis dehors, dans un superbe cadre. Le personnel au petit soin tout en etant discret et sympathique. Nous recommandons vivement!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Jochen, Bayern

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Camping area is really nice. the staff is very friendly and helpfull. Dinner in the camp is great too.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disappointing experience
It's definitely not a luxury camping experience. The facility is not clean and food is so so. It's not worth for the money we spent. The most serious problem is getting contact with the camp. We want to do a full day safari and we tried all means to contact the hotel - email/phone/whatsapp/hotels.com link but there's no reply. We end up arranging safari through our driver. It's quite disappointing.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

cindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Génial !
A recommander ! Tout était parfait : la tente , le barbecue du soir , la petite marche du soir pour nous montrer la faune , le safari réservé avec l hôtel (125$ pour 2 personnes ), et l accueil .Un remerciement à Kamel pour son accueil et ses services
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Petri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great camp place
First - this is a camp with tents so you cannot expect hotel level amenities. Unless you have been camping before it may be dirty and discusting. If you have been camping you probably will find this quite luxurious, clean and working. The tents are relatively big and have working toilets and showers. They are clean - considering they are in a "jungle" or at least in rural woods. We had a few scorpions (tiny) and lizards accompanying us, but they are not dangerous. The staff was really friendly and wanted to make you feel as much home as possible. Having breakfast and dinner outside was nice. The food was simple but tasted good. There was no options available, but it was possible before hand to let them know what you will eat, so I guess everyone got something according to their preferencies. If you want to experience a stay in the wilderness I totally recommend, but do remember that this is not a hotel, it really is a tent camp.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2017

6/10 Okay

Teerapol

Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Mal was anderes
Eine bewegende Once-in-a-lifetime-Erfahrung war es nicht, dennoch war die Nacht im Zelt mal was anderes. Der Service kann verbessert werden. Das Buffet zum Abendessen bestand aus durchschnittlicher westlicher Küche. Bei der Safari gab es außer Rehen, Pfauen und Krokodilen nichts zu sehen.

8/10 Good

Ryo, Tokyo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The service was great!! not many various animals
The Staff service was amazing. they were always trying to make us as comfortable as they could with full of their hospitality. It was exactly professional service. If we have one thing to notice, whereas the manager told us we could get hot shower, we couldn't. The time was very hot, so actually no problem. We hope Wilpattu National Park will get better to see more various animals in the near future. スタッフのサービスはかなり良かったです。いつも可能な限り、私たちが快適に過ごせるよう暖かいおもてなしをしてくれていました。 ひとつ挙げるとするなれば、ホットシャワーは使えるとマネージャーの方がおっしゃていましたが、冷たい水のシャワーでした。暑い時期だったので、問題はありませんでしたが。 今後ウィルパットゥ国立公園がもっとたくさんの種の動物が見れるよう発展しますように