Things to do in Yala

Stretching over the Southern and Uva Provinces and spanning an area of 978,807 square kilometres, Yala is Sri Lanka’s most famous national park. Here, grasslands, marine wetlands, thorny forests and sandy beaches reveal over 215 bird species and 44 mammal species, including elephants, sloth bears, and Sri Lanka’s largest leopard population.

Explore Sithulpawwa

Explore the 2nd-century Sithulpawwa Ancient Jungle Monastery, which straddles a collection of rocky outcrops and caves deep in the heart of the Yala National Park.

Birding at Bundala National Park

Bundala National Park’s wetland and saltern habitat is home to a large collection of resident birds, as well as migrants that visit the region every winter.

Game Drives

Join our guides as they interpret the signs of the wild. They deliver a fascinating narrative that makes our game drives a distinct experience. This activity includes refreshments, and we are happy to arrange picnic breakfasts or lunches as well.

your stay at Wild Coast Tented Lodge

UNESCO Design Award winner Wild Coast Tented is a spectacular luxury tented camp gently tucked away between the wild jungle of Yala National Park and the endless Indian Ocean. Here, nestled in the wilderness, are 28 Cocoons scattered around watering holes, just moments from a rugged secluded beach.

At Wild Coast Tented Lodge, you’ll be guided into the wilderness by our passionate rangers to explore the forests of Yala National Park. From guided walks, sunset game drives, ocean-side dining, you’ll be immersed in the wild beauty of Sri Lanka from dawn until dusk.

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Experience the best of Sri Lanka and explore our selection of exclusive offers and inspiring itineraries.

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Four-Night Discovery Offer

This tailor-made four-night offer is curated to offer an immersive, luxurious and memorable experience as you discover the best of Yala’s wildlife, history, and local culture.

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Three or Four Nights Offer

Enjoy Sri Lanka’s most luxurious safari experience at Wild Coast with 15% off on three or four night stays.

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Stay for five nights, pay for four

Enjoy a complimentary fifth night when you book a five-night stay.

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Advance Purchase Savings

Book 60 days in advance to enjoy a saving of 20% on stays at Wild Coast Tented Lodge.

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Extended Stay Savings

Extend your stay for 6+ nights at Wild Coast Tented Lodge, save more and enjoy the holiday of a lifetime.

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Ten Night Wild Retreat

This tailor-made ten night package is full of specially curated, guided experiences so that you can discover the best of Yala’s wildlife, history, and local culture in and around Wild Coast Tented Lodge in unmatched depth and detail.

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Summer at Wild Coast

Stay at Wild Coast Tented Lodge and enjoy quality time with your loved ones on a safari adventure, afternoon high tea experience and an intimate dinner beneath the stars. Save 15% off your stay and a 30% saving on spa treatments.

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The magic of our island lies in our inimitable blend of culture, wildlife, nature and cuisine. Immerse yourself in our journal and seek inspiration for your journey ahead.
LuxuryVoices
27.01.2025
Luxury Voices Part 1

Hi, everyone. Welcome to Luxury Voices, the podcast about the luxury world in Asia with a focus on the greater China market. I am Joanne Tang, your host, founder and CEO of Infinite Luxury Group. In this podcast, we converse about all layers and segments of luxury, from lifestyle to travel and hospitality trends. I’ll interview key players of the luxury industry from all corners of the globe and talk about their initiatives and experiences in conquering the Asian luxury consumer, discover how leading luxury executives handle this growing market, where luxury spending is the highest in the world and gain a wealth of knowledge to harness this ever promising a luxury market.
Joining us today is Malik J Fernando, director of MJF holdings, and Dilmah Tea, which was established by Merrill J Fernando. Dilmah Tea, named after his two sons, Dilhan and Malik, was the first producer-owned tea brand offering tea picked, perfected and packed at the origin. Malik is the Managing Director of Resplendent Ceylon, the first Sri Lankan luxury resort brand. Resplendent Ceylon is developing a collection of small, luxury resorts, offering travellers a remarkable circuit across Sri Lanka, with a range of authentic experiences, while distributing to local communities and environments through the MJF Foundation and Dilmah conservation. The iconic Ceylon Tea Trails in the tea carpeted central highlands, Cape Weligama, a clifftop beach resort and Wild Coast Tented Lodge, a safari lodge, are members of Relais & Chateaux. Three more resorts are currently under development. Today, I’m speaking with Malik about the destination, Sri Lanka, the challenges and opportunities for Resplendent Ceylon and what luxury means for the travellers’ post-COVID-19 and Malik himself. It is a great pleasure to have you here on Luxury Voices, Malik. How are you and how is the family?

Guests at Cape weligama

Pure Class. The main building is extremely original & unique, a very cool domed, woven design. The family cocoon was very classy, so comfortable and with gloriously soft bedding and feather pillows. We also loved our little private plunge pool. The service was exceptional and the beach was beautiful.

-Fiona | United Kingdom
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