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Reviews of Atha Safari Resort & Riverside Camping

No 264, 96 Mile Post, KiriPattiya Road, Udawalawe, 70190 Udawalawe, Sri Lanka

#1 of 5 Holiday rentals in Udawalawe

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Review score

Based on 219 hotel reviews

9.8

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.9

  • Comfort

    9.9

  • Location

    9.8

  • Facilities

    9.8

  • Staff

    9.9

  • Value for money

    9.9

  • Free WiFi

    9.9

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  • Reviewed: 7 June 2024

    10
    We had an excellent driver for the safari, and a jeep to ourselves.
    • Business trip
    • Group
    • Tent
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The very kind owner Asanka welcomed us very warmly. Asanka's wife Sadamali served us a wonderful local meal for dinner. They prepared an excellent safari trip. The jacuzzi tub was great to sit back and cool off after a long day on safari. We had an excellent driver for the safari, and a jeep to ourselves. We did the full day safari and can highly recommend it. In the morning we saw a lot of wild animals, and the driver was sure we would see herds around lunchtime, as his experience showed that they come out and cool off at this time of day. He was not wrong. We saw 3 different herds of elephants this day and when we saw the largest herd of 12 there was not another jeep around!!! An amazing experience. This is the only hotel in Sri Lanka designed by one person alone. For that, Asanka has used lakhs of stones from the river and he has all the videos of the creation. It's really amazing. I recommend 100%.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 June 2024

    10
    A most beautiful stay with a beautiful river view.
    • Business trip
    • Group
    • Double Room with Lake View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    A most beautiful stay with a beautiful river view. Asanka and his family were wonderful and arranged a wonderful safari for us. Really looked after us. I wish I could have stayed longer.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 June 2024

    10
    The safari organized by the host company with their excellent driver is also very good.
    • Business trip
    • Group
    • Deluxe Quadruple Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    The accommodation in the middle of the natural environment was absolutely beautiful. The hosts were immediately welcoming and hospitable. The bed and room were spacious enough. Dinner was absolutely lovely. The safari organized by the host company with their excellent driver is also very good.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 June 2024

    10
    The sound of the beautiful river and the chirping of the birds are amazing.
    • Business trip
    • Group
    • Tent
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    An excellent base for Udawalawe safaris. Very nice family, very tasty dinner and breakfast. The sound of the beautiful river and the chirping of the birds are amazing. Strongly recommended.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 June 2024

    10
    I actually liked my Udawalawe safari better than the Yala safari.
    • Business trip
    • Group
    • King Room with Lake View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nice quiet place. The lodge is great, the most relaxing environment I have had in Sri Lanka, the jacuzzi tub is perfect for a dip after a long safari. The owner and staff are very kind. The lodge organized my private safari and my guide, the driver Jana, was excellent. I actually liked my Udawalawe safari better than the Yala safari.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 June 2024

    10
    I highly recommend Atja safari resort to anyone looking for a relaxing and scenic holiday.
    • Business trip
    • Group
    • Tent
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    From the moment I arrived I was captivated by the beauty and tranquility of this unique destination. The staff were incredibly welcoming and attentive, ensuring every aspect of my stay was perfect. The beautiful river, the sweet chirping of the birds is amazing for the natural surroundings. The on-site facilities and activities were fantastic, providing plenty of opportunities to relax and connect with nature. I highly recommend Atja safari resort to anyone looking for a relaxing and scenic holiday.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 June 2024

    10
    A valuable safari experience can be had.
    • Business trip
    • Family with young children
    • King Room with Lake View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing ..

    A beautiful place located in a very beautiful environment. It was really amazing, he helped us with everything we needed and made us feel very comfortable. Breakfast and dinner prepared by Asanka's wife are delicious, you can get a good value for money safari experience. Would definitely recommend! "

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 June 2024

    10
    Wonderful safari..
    • Business trip
    • Family with young children
    • Tent
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing.

    A place full of beauty. The local food prepared by Asanka's wife was delicious. A worthwhile safari was arranged at a very reasonable price and the driver Jana was a very good guide. The beautiful river in front of the room and the birdsong was amazing.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 June 2024

    10
    The safari experience they give us is amazing.
    • Business trip
    • Group
    • Double Room with Lake View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing.

    We stayed one night at this lovely accommodation. The owner is amazing! He is very attentive and prepared a special dinner for us. The food is very delicious. We were served various curries. This is a glamping/camping experience and it is wonderful. This is a good experience for a few nights. The safari experience they give us is amazing. The chirping of birds near a beautiful river is endless. This was the best quiet environment we had in Sri Lanka. We were like our own place.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 June 2024

    10
    A wonderful experience with a heartwarming family.
    • Business trip
    • Group
    • Double Room with Lake View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The host is located in a very beautiful environment. His mom also cooks wonderful breakfast and dinner (if you want) and they took us on a wonderful safari at a reasonable price. Love it. A wonderful experience with a heartwarming family.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 June 2024

    10
    They prepared a very attractive safari trip. I liked everything.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Deluxe Quadruple Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The cottage is located in a beautiful green area. The sound of the river flowing in front and the chirping of the birds are amazing. The bed and pillows were very comfortable. They prepared a very attractive safari trip. Breakfast was delicious as was dinner. I liked everything.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 June 2024

    10
    The safari was amazing.
    • Business trip
    • Group
    • Double Room with Lake View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing.

    Very helpful with everything from the welcome drink to our next destination. The local delicacies were very delicious. The safari was amazing. A beautiful setting near a river.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 June 2024

    10
    Amazing place, perfect safari!!!
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Deluxe Quadruple Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Likes everything.

    Amazing place! Everything is beautiful! The place is really nice and clean. We were in a quiet and relaxing space next to a river. Hammocks, jacuzzi tab are wonderful. A precious rental car was prepared to go to Ella, our next destination. We only booked one night but wish we could have stayed longer. This was the best accommodation we had during our stay in Sri Lanka.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 June 2024

    10
    Excellent hosts.definitely recommend.
    • Business trip
    • Family with young children
    • Tent
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything perfect.

    We loved the peaceful location. Asanka and his family were excellent hosts. His mother's cooking is excellent! The safari arranged for us by Asanka was excellent. We would definitely recommend Atha safari resort to any family and friends looking to visit Sri Lanka who would like to experience a family run accommodation.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 June 2024

    10
    Excellent place..
    • Business trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Lake View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing.

    Beautiful tents near a river. On the edge of Udawalawa, inside a garden full of nature. Very helpful and friendly host. After a while, when we came back from the safari, he gave us a very refreshing glass of fruit juice. Will recommend this place to others.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 June 2024

    10
    The safari was amazing.
    • Business trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Quadruple Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing.

    Very helpful with everything from the welcome drink to our next destination. The local delicacies were very delicious. The safari was amazing. A beautiful setting near a river.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 June 2024

    10
    The best place we stayed in Sri Lanka.
    • Business trip
    • Family with young children
    • King Room with Lake View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The best place we stayed in Sri Lanka. The morning safari was wonderful. Everyone is really friendly and helpful, great food, very comfortable cottage. We had a great safari with a great driver. Would definitely recommend staying here

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 June 2024

    10
    Safari was fantastic..
    • Business trip
    • Couple
    • Tent
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very kind owner warm and welcoming. The river front and very quiet environment is wonderful. The dinner they made (for a good price) was delicious and the safari was fantastic! We saw many animals. Would recommend to everyone!!

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 June 2024

    10
    Perfect Safari...
    • Business trip
    • Family with young children
    • Tent
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Beautiful independent cottages, lovely and comfortable; Super nice hosts who cooked for us as a family; It was a perfect trip that included a safari. We stayed only one night in Udawalawe as a safari stopover. Strongly recommended.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 June 2024

    10
    Best place we stayed in Sri Lanka.
    • Business trip
    • Group
    • Tent
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    They have a super beautiful and tranquil garden next to a river. The rooms are beautiful with an outdoor shower, so you can shower in privacy while enjoying nature. The food was amazing, our favorite of the entire trip was the rice and local curries. It is run by a family and they are very nice, they helped us with everything and arranged a safari for us in a private jeep at a super price. Best place we stayed in Sri Lanka.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 June 2024

    10
    Owner does everything possible to make her guests feel comfortable and cater to all their needs.
    • Business trip
    • Group
    • Tent
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The lodge is a 15-minute drive from Udawalawa National Park. A great place with amazing freedom. The safari and dinner (affordable) were amazing. Asanka (the owner) offered many options for safari depending on the time we arrived at his property. Asanka does everything possible to make her guests feel comfortable and cater to all their needs.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 June 2024

    10
    Dinner was excellent and breakfast was also very good.
    • Business trip
    • Group
    • Deluxe Quadruple Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    A beautiful stay in an amazing environment .. Super friendly and warm welcome, unusually, very in tune with the needs and preferences of international travelers. Fantastic elephant safari. Dinner was excellent and breakfast was also very good. Very helpful in arranging car transfer to Ella, our next destination.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 June 2024

    10
    Everything was perfect and the owner is incredibly friendly and very helpful!
    • Business trip
    • Group
    • Tent
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    A small oasis surrounded by nature and a beautiful river (so good to read a book!). Everything was perfect and the owner is incredibly friendly and very helpful! Very useful for a few days vacation.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 June 2024

    10
    The highlight was their safari. It is strongly recommended.
    • Business trip
    • Group
    • Double Room with Lake View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    This is a wonderful place. Friendly staff, very nice free environment. We swim in the river. The wildlife around us that we love. We saw monkeys, lizards, frogs and more. Our room was clean and comfortable. The highlight was their safari. It is strongly recommended.

    Stayed in June 2024

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