Aranya Resort, Yala, Sri Lanka

Located over 300km away from the busy commercial life of Colombo is Aranya Resort in Yala which offers guests a relaxing and unique holiday experience. Ideal for the nature lover, this resort is found adjoining the Yala National Park and offers guests' views of the surroundings. With eco-friendly chalets and a tree house adorned with simple yet comfortable amenities, the resort is a haven for tourists and locals heading towards Kataragama. From delicious Sri Lankan cuisine to a relaxing atmosphere by the pool, Aranya Resort offers total serenity and seclusion amidst the vast jungle of Yala.
Aranya Resort Location

Spread over 5 acres of land and surrounded by the wilderness in a secure environment, Aranya Resort is located in a peaceful location bordering the Katagamuwa entrance of the Yala National Park. Located about 305km South of Colombo, Yala attracts hundred of tourists and locals who are keen on exploring nature and wildlife. The Kataragama town is just 5km away from the resort.
Aranya Resort Accommodation

Accommodation options at Aranya Resort in Yala include 4 Eco Lodges and 1 sturdy tree house. Each unit has generator operated fans and comfortable beds with mosquito nets while also including a separate washing area with a mirror a few yards away. In keeping with the unique atmosphere and design at Aranya, there is an outdoor shower area which is open on top and secured from all four sides while commode toilets with modern fittings are situated just adjoining the shower area, a few feet away.

Mandara - accommodates 4 adults and includes a double bed inside and two beds outside in the verandah. This chalet offers good views of the "Vadasiti Kanda" (a holy mountain).

Arana - accommodates 8 adults with one attached bathroom and overlooking the jungle.

Mandakini - also accommodates 8 adults with bathrooms located outside. This too offers guests views of the jungle.

Gagana - which accommodates 8 adults includes 2 bathrooms located outside of the chalet with open air showers overlooking the jungle.

Ruk Arana - the tree hut which is about 20 feet high includes a ladder to climb up. There are 3 beds inside the hut offering best views of the surrounding jungle. The toilet is found a few yards away.
Aranya Resort Facilities

Separated from the Yala National Park only by an electric fence, Aranya Resort is owned and operated by former Sri Lankan cricket player Hashan Thilekeratne and his wife Apsari. The resort also provides guests access to the best area of the park for leopard sightings. Aranya Resort offers a 15 x 30 foot outdoor swimming pool to help you relax and enjoy long swims during fine weather. The pool bar is quite spacious and includes facilities for indoor games such as carom, bridge and a billiards/pool table with the necessary equipment. Pool side BBQ's and chilled beer can be enjoyed by guests in the evenings.

Aranya Resort's restaurant "Makaranda" includes a lounge area with a television/stereo facilities and serves mouth watering Sri Lankan cuisine under the supervision of an executive chef. The lunch buffets offers you a variety of local dishes and is also a popular option for day travelers heading towards Kataragama and Yala. The area adjoining the restaurant which is lit by lanterns during the night can be used as a BBQ venue. The vast land area of the resort has been utilized to grow varieties of fresh fruits and vegetables from also which the chef prepares most of the curries and desserts.

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