Animal View Point Yala

Tree House is awesome. Sashika gave us a guided walk around the surrounding fields and jungle in the late afternoon which was a real highlight.

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We had such a fantastic time at Animal View Point, Shashika and his family were amazing hosts and we had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. The cottage was lovely, secure from bugs and very well equipped for the two of us, and beautiful and quiet to hear the peace and sounds of nature at night time. The dinners were beautifully cooked and eating outside under the shelter was an amazing experience. The location is on a piece of farmland and we had a couple of sunset walks which was lovely, highly recommend to anyone traveling to Yala National Park. Shashika helped us organise the safari and a private car to our next location too! Thank you for having us, we will definitely come back :)

Our stay at Animal View Point Yala was absolutely unforgettable! Nestled in the heart of the jungle, we stayed in a charming treehouse that provided a truly authentic and thrilling experience. Falling asleep to the sounds of nature and waking up surrounded by wildlife was like living a dream. The owner, Shashika, is an exceptional host. He welcomed us with open arms, sharing his vast knowledge and insights about the local culture and environment. Shashika went above and beyond to ensure our stay was perfect, treating us to thoughtful surprises and making us feel right at home. One of the highlights was the delicious local dinner lovingly prepared by his mother – it was nothing short of amazing! Shashika also gave us a guided walk around the camp, immersing us in the beauty of the jungle, and organized an incredible safari experience that we will cherish forever. This is the ideal place for anyone looking to truly connect with nature and experience jungle life up close. The wildlife is just beyond the fence, offering a rare opportunity to see and hear it all. Sleeping in a treehouse is an absolute must for anyone’s bucket list, and this stay exceeded all our expectations. Animal View Point Yala is undoubtedly one of the best accommodations we’ve experienced in Sri Lanka. We wholeheartedly recommend it to anyone seeking an adventurous, unique, and authentic jungle getaway. Thank you Shashika, we hope to see you again! :)

Everything was absolutely amazing !! Best experience.

The name of this property is only partially accurate because it is much more than just a viewpoint for animals in Yala. Here you have a viewpoint into the heart and soul of Sri Lankan culture. Shasika and his family were so sincere and welcoming to us and in a such a loving way that we were moved like we never have before in our travels anywhere. We are now part of a family in Sri Lanka. Oh, and did I mention the awesome tree house, the incredible view and the delicious food? Priceless!

That we were not allowed to stay forever! 🥲

We had the best time during our 3 night stay at Animal view point. Shashika and his family are so nice and will do absolutely everything to make sure you are comfortable. Dinner was freshly made every evening by Shashika’s mother and sleeping in the cottage in the middle of the jungle was a super special experience. Yala park can be a bit busy in high season, however it’s a beautiful park and we have seen many animals. We would definitely recommend!

Unique experience in the middle of nowhere. Excellent experience away from the city. Our daughter (12) loved the experience, she participated in the development of the place by planting a tree. The owner makes sure you are happy and spent a lot of time with us to explain the origin of his project.

Not easy to find especially at night. It's not a 5-star hotel, so if you go there, you have to accept the natural charm of the place. No restaurant around but we can eat there, the food was really good.

The host is welcoming and made a big fuss of us for our honeymoon with room decorations and a gift. It was a wonderful experience to stay in a tree house - it is very authentic. Beautiful location, good food and the host was very helpful in taking us on a walk around the grounds and to see the bats in a local area. Would recommend packing a book for down time between arriving and the evening meal.

Such a special place! Shashika, the host, goes above and beyond to make the stay memorable. In the late afternoon, after our safari in Yala, he walked with us to the nearby lagoons to look for crocodiles. When it got darker, he took us with his tuktuk to a place where we could watch bats (hundreds of them!) going for their nighttime hunt. The bungalow was cozy and a true nature experience (e.g. we had the occasional lizzard in the bathroom, which we loved). The food was amazing: in the evening, Shashika's mum made delicious curry, and in the morning, we had an authentic breakfast with special rice and a herbal drink. Shashika took so much time to give us a great exprience, and we will definitely remember this highly individual stay. As a farewell, we got to plant our own tree - we were so happy!

Nothing to complain. This place is a dream for everyone who enjoys a true nature "feeling-of-homestay" experience. This means it might not the right accomodation for someone who is looking for the comfort/anonymity of a larger hotel (e.g., no AC, currently only 2 rooms).

Really fun staying in a treehouse, it was well built safe and comfortable. The location was great, felt very wild and perfect for two days safari. Very accommodating staff.

Small space so two nights was enough. Sometimes felt a little overwhelmed by the staff. Not loads of space to relax other than the room.