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Wild Coast Tented Lodge Luxury lodge in Yala National Park

UNESCO design award winner Wild Coast Tented is a spectacular luxury tented camp stunningly located where the jungle meets a pristine beach, overlooking the Indian Ocean. The unique design blends seamlessly into the surrounding landscape.

Wild Coast’s soaring, curved, organic structures are an eye-widening architectural triumph. The bamboo-clad, open-air restaurant and bar are positioned beside a freeform turquoise infinity pool, complementing the Yala bushland-and-beach setting. Tucked away in the wilderness, dazzling Cocoon tented bedrooms and a Sanctuary Spa dot the landscape like scattered seed pods.

Wild Coast is a member of the prestigious Relais & Chateaux association of unique hotels and restaurants owned and operated by independent entrepreneurs – most often families – who are passionate about their craft and deeply committed to forging warm, lasting relationships with their guests.

An anchored airship in the wild

A feat of invention and ingenuity, our Cocoon suites bring to mind an anchored airship. 28 Cocoons are scattered in our beachfront jungle wilderness like giant seed pods. Each Cocoon has a wooden patio, some with plunge pools, positioned to soak up views of the closest watering hole. Inside, an air-conditioned mini kingdom awaits, styled with vintage-explorer charm: all copper accents, rich-red leather camp-style furniture, and blissful four-poster, king-sized beds. Sisal and Persian-style rugs add texture and colour; the majestic copper bath with its leopard-paw claw feet is a firm reminder that you’re in the jungle.

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Our Spaces

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Stunning Swimming Pools

A large freeform infinity pool radiates outwards from the dome-shaped bar for your relaxation.

Watering Holes

Cocoons are positioned around clay lined ponds which combined represent the paw print of a leopard.

Pristine Beach and Dune

Our lodge opens up to the rugged, empty beach, overlooking the Indian Ocean.

Sanctuary Spa

Our spa offers classic as well as cinnamon and tea-based treatments dedicated to holistic wellness.

Library

The Library features shelves of books, specimens, fossils, shells, dried plant samples.

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Where the jungle meets the Indian Ocean Yala

Teeming with incredible biodiversity, the Yala National Park offers exceptional wildlife experiences. Besides being home to the largest population of leopards in Sri Lanka, Yala is also home to elephants, sloth bears, mugger crocodiles and a kaleidoscopic array of birdlife. Our rangers are passionate, educated and highly skilled, with an eye for detail. Going on a safari or nature walk is not only about the facts, as they also offer a deep respect for the wild. Watch them interpret signs of wildlife to deliver a fascinating narrative, making each of our outdoor drives and walks a distinct experience.

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Our Jungle PhilosophyCurated Experiences

Our experiences are mindfully curated to offer an authentic, intimate exploration into the essence of Sri Lanka. We also offer activities with healthy doses of fun, adventure and pampering, along with a holistic wellness offering for guests to escape their urban life and soothe mind, body, and soul. A selection of engaging activities for families - with a special selection for kids - are on hand as well, to round out the perfect getaway.

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Game Drives

We strive to redefine game drives by taking a holistic approach to the wilderness.

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Guided Bush and Nature Walks

Explore the wilderness in and around Wild Coast Tented Lodge in the company of an expert ranger.

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Junior Ranger

Our Junior Ranger programme introduces multiple aspects of the excitement of the wilderness to kids of all ages.

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Wilderness Dining

The rugged beach sand dunes are the perfect spot for a picnic or a gourmet candlelit meal.

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Discover Sri Lankan Cuisine

The Wild Coast Tented Lodge version of a Sri Lankan cookery class – a more hands-on introduction to our island fare.

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Curating Meaningful Journeys

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Love, passion and faithThe Fernando family story

Our values and vision are inspired by our Founders, the Fernando family, who believe that business is a matter of human service. Our portfolio of resorts are located in scenic and environmentally sensitive areas, enabling us to drive our sustainability agenda across Climate Action, Land & Sea and People & Culture.

Wild Coast Tented Lodge sits amidst the wilderness that is contiguous with the Yala National Park. While keystone species such as leopards, elephants and sloth bears visit the lodge, the Palatupana coastline which highlights our island’s coastal dune landscape is visited annually by nesting sea turtles. Curious in nature and mindful of their impact on the environment and wildlife, our expert rangers contribute to the conservation initiatives of our Lodge.

Merrill J. Fernando 1930 - 2023: The Passing of an Icon

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Explore our Island of Treasures

Known as Ceylon until 1972, Sri Lanka means Resplendent Island. Just off the southern tip of India, the island is about the size of Ireland and home to 20 million people. The small island packs in a continent’s worth of attractions with 8 UNESCO world heritage sites, mountainous tea country, spectacular wildlife, epic food, and breathtaking coastlines combine to form a tapestry, filled with intriguing characters that bring the story of today’s Sri Lanka to life. The country has a rich cultural heritage with its strategic location along the ancient silk route. Ancient Greeks called it Taprobane, Persians and Arabs referred to it as Serendib, the origin of the word “serendipity”.

US$ 5,195 for four nights on Fully Inclusive Basis

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A Year of Recognition

The natural warmth of Sri Lankans and the continent's worth of attractions this small island offers makes it perfectly suited for the new breed of traveller looking for an unconventional experience.

Jungle Chronicles

The world is a little quieter with travel restrictions in place at the moment – but the rhythm of Sri Lanka’s jungle carries on unabated. So, the rangers at Wild Coast Lodge are putting together a series of short IGTV videos called...

Creating Wild Coast Tented Lodge

Wild Coast Tented Lodge, situated in Yala, Sri Lanka, set a new standard for luxury safari lodges. Our island, known for its biodiversity and array of wildlife, has had its fair share of safari experiences, but nothing quite on the...

Five Reasons to Visit Sri Lanka in 2022

Sri Lanka is experiencing a sea change. It is at times like this we believe our strengths and a sense of renewal comes to the fore.Here are five reasons why a traveller should visit our island home now...

Five Reasons Why You Should Safari in Sri Lanka

There’s no shortage of incredible wildlife experiences in Sri Lanka. Regardless of where you may be on our island, you’ll come to discover 27 different national parks, scattered across diverse landscapes, plains and terrains. As a ...

Five Things the Wilderness Has Taught Us

We strive to imitate the magnificent tranquility that exists in the wilderness every day. As each day goes by, we begin to understand how dependent we are on the environment and space that surrounds us. The wilderness as we see it...

Welcome to

Wild Coast Tented Lodge Luxury lodge in Yala National Park

An anchored airship in the wild

Dining

Dining

Our Spaces

Stunning Swimming Pools

Watering Holes

Pristine Beach and Dune

Sanctuary Spa

Library

Where the jungle meets the Indian Ocean Yala

Our Jungle PhilosophyCurated Experiences

Game Drives

Guided Bush and Nature Walks

Junior Ranger

Wilderness Dining

Discover Sri Lankan Cuisine

Curating Meaningful Journeys

A Glimpse into Our World

Explore our Island of Treasures

Resplendent Special Offers

Summer at Wild Coast

Ten Night Wild Retreat

Extended Stay Savings

Advance Purchase Savings

Stay five nights, pay for four

Three or Four Nights Offer

Four-Night Discovery Offer

A Year of Recognition

Jungle Chronicles

Creating Wild Coast Tented Lodge

Five Reasons to Visit Sri Lanka in 2022

Five Reasons Why You Should Safari in Sri Lanka

Five Things the Wilderness Has Taught Us

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