Wild Coast Tented Lodge
SRI LANKA
THE PERSONALITIES
Explorers. Wildlife lovers. Photographers.
MOMENTS
Leopards and sloths for neighbours. Ocean breeze. Star-studded Sri Lankan night sky. Picnics on the sand dunes. Bare wild nature.
BEST VISITING MONTHS
The dry season from May – October is the best time to visit.
COST
WHY STAY
Wild Coast Tented Lodge is a luxury safari camp on the shores of the Indian Ocean and next to Yala National Park in Sri Lanka.
The unique architecture was created by Dutch, English and Sri Lankan designers, using natural materials, and masterfully diminishing the line between man-made and nature. There are 28 luxury tents, called Cocoons & Urchins, in the shape and colour of the surrounding rock formations, and the aerial view of a leopard's paw print. Enjoy expedition chic design, complete with copper bathtubs and four-poster beds, views to the jungle or the ocean, and private plunge pools in some.
Cool off in the pool after a day of exploring. Visit the Sanctuary Spa and get one of the traditional Sri Lankan treatments, using Ceylon Tea and Ceylon Cinnamon.
WHY WANDER
Yala National Park is famous for the highest leopard concentration in the world and is perfect for wildlife lovers. Enjoy daily safaris with expert naturalist guides, discovering exotic flora and fauna, various birds and mammals, including elephants and sloth bears. A day trip to some of the ancient Buddhist sites in the area is recommended as well.
INDULGE IN
Cuisine inspired by the Malay community - rotisserie, barbecue, Indian bread & meats from a tandoori oven.
GETTING THERE
Fly into Ratmalana Airport and arrange a a pickup with the hotel.
WILD INITIATIVES
One of the key sustainability initiatives is the hotel’s eco construction and design. The structures are harmonized with the natural landscape, using locally sourced and sustainable materials wherever possible. The tented lodges are designed to blend seamlessly with the environment, minimizing disturbance to the surrounding ecosystems. The hotel has implemented solar power systems to reduce reliance on traditional energy sources and minimize carbon emissions. The hotel works closely with local conservation organizations to protect the rich biodiversity of the area, including endangered species such as the Sri Lankan leopard and elephant.
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