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About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Funky Leopard Safari Lodge in Kataragama offers a hostel with private check-in and check-out services. Guests enjoy free WiFi, a year-round outdoor swimming pool, and a lush garden. Dining and Leisure: The modern, family-friendly restaurant serves local and European cuisines with halal, kosher, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free options. Additional amenities include a bar, terrace, and outdoor fireplace. Convenient Location: Located 39 km from Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport, the hostel is near attractions such as Kataragama Temple (6 km) and Bundala Bird Sanctuary (48 km). Guests appreciate the proximity to nature and excellent service.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.7 for a two-person trip.

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Perfect for a 3-night stay!

  • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.6)

  • Top pick by families with children

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Continental

  • Free private parking available on-site


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Guests who stayed here loved

Regan
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Situated in a lovely area, the staff were absolutely fantastic. Really the best staff in Sri Lanka, great safari, go here if you want to go on safari
Laura
Spain Spain
The lodge is very close to the entrance of the national park. We rented a chalet and it was a lovely experience, even though the facilities are quite simple. Booking the safari with them was the best decision of our trip. We had come from a bad...
Sangamitra
India India
Caretaker was very friendly and breakfast was very tasty and yummy
Milinda
Sri Lanka Sri Lanka
Amazing stay! This resort is surrounded by nature, very peaceful and relaxing. Staff were super friendly and helpful throughout our stay.
Hellaby
Australia Australia
Great location, felt like we were still in the park, dined outside with the birds and monkeys around. Anton couldn't have done more for us. Great Eco walk to lake late afternoon with guide included.
Sally
Ireland Ireland
We were so looked after during our stay here. They organised safaris,night walks, tuk tuks and meals for us! Aruna has so much knowledge about all things wildlife and the place is so lucky to have him. We loved our stay here.
Martin
Sweden Sweden
Nice team that worked at the lodge. Very helpful and sharing.
Veronique
Belgium Belgium
Very knowledgable staff. Very friendly. Nice safari and local walks.
Jurjen
Netherlands Netherlands
Both the host and the naturalist (Andura) were very friendly and knowledgeable about the environment and wildlife. Prepared nice food as well.
Gemma
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Excellent stay from start to finish! The staff were all so friendly and welcoming. Anton was excellent and catered to our every need- offering tea and snacks in between meal times. Varied and very large breakfast (fruit, toast, omlette, curry,...

Property surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
Restaurant #1
  • Cuisine
    Local • European • Grill/BBQ
  • Ambiance
    Family friendly • Modern
  • Dietary options
    Halal • Kosher • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

House rules

Funky Leopard Safari Lodge Bordering Yala National Park takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 13:00 to 17:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 06:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 12 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Funky Leopard Safari Lodge Bordering Yala National Park in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.