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242 reviews

Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe

Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe

Mudunmangada Road , Udawalawe, 70190, Sri Lanka

Reservations:

+1 (888) 385-6828

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Spa/Wellness packages

Restaurant

Indoor swimming pool

Outdoor swimming pool

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Room service

Air conditioning

Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe

Welcome to Athgira River Camping – Udawalawe, a delightful 3-star retreat nestled just 3.2mi from the city center of Udawalawa, Sri Lanka. This enchanting hotel offers travelers an invitation to unwind in nature’s embrace, surrounded by lush greenery and invigorating river views. With prices starting at an astonishingly affordable rate, you can immerse yourself in the beauty of Sri Lanka without breaking the bank.

Your journey at Athgira begins with an abundance of fun amenities that cater to every type of traveler. Dive into one of our sparkling swimming pools or soak up the sun on our lovely sun deck. For the little ones, the kid-friendly buffet and dedicated kids' pool ensure they have just as much fun as the adults. Hungry? Our on-site restaurant offers a mouthwatering menu, while our bar is perfect for a refreshing drink as you relax and take in the stunning surroundings. And when it's time to explore, our tour desk is ready to guide you on exhilarating adventures.

But don’t just take our word for it; with over 242 glowing reviews, Athgira has quickly become a favorite among visitors. Guests rave about the comfortable accommodations, attentive service from our 24-hour front desk, and the serene atmosphere perfect for family getaways or romantic escapes. Whether you’re lounging on your private balcony, enjoying a barbecue in our gorgeous garden, or simply taking in the views, Athgira River Camping promises a memorable stay that beckons you to return. Come and make your own unforgettable memories with us!

At Athgira River Camping, adventure awaits just beyond your doorstep! Take a leisurely stroll along the riverbank, breathe in the fresh, crisp air, and witness the stunning beauty of nature unfold around you. Whether you’re casting a line for a spot of fishing or simply soaking in the symphony of chirping birds and rustling leaves, every moment spent here is an opportunity to connect with the natural world. For the more adventurous spirits, our tour desk is at your service to arrange thrilling excursions—think exhilarating safaris in Udawalawe National Park or captivating hikes through the lush forests. The wonders of Sri Lanka's wildlife will leave you awe-inspired!

After a day of exploration, make your way back to our on-site restaurant, Ath Gaala, where culinary magic happens. Relish the delightful fusion of seafood, local flavors, and Asian delicacies crafted by our talented chefs. The family-friendly, modern atmosphere serves as the perfect backdrop for sharing stories over a delicious meal—whether you prefer dining al fresco or enjoying the cozy interior, you’re bound to feel right at home. And don’t forget to stop by the bar for a refreshing cocktail or a local brew that complements your dinner!

As day turns into night, unwind poolside under the stars at our outdoor swimming pool, or take a blissful dip in the indoor oasis. Picture yourself lounging on the sun deck with your favorite drink in hand, soaking in the tranquility of the setting. At Athgira River Camping, every moment is designed to be savored, making your getaway not just a vacation, but a cherished memory in the heart of Sri Lanka. Come find out why so many have fallen in love with our little slice of paradise!

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Closest airports

Hambantota International Airport

22.9mi

Koggala Airport

44.5mi

Most popular amenities

Spa/Wellness packages

Restaurant

Indoor swimming pool

Outdoor swimming pool

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Room service

Air conditioning

Kid-friendly buffet

Bar

Sun deck

Tour desk

Private entrance

Parking On Site

Terrace

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Beach umbrellas

Landmark view

River view

Garden view

Picnic area

Garden

View

Balcony

Barbecue

Rooms

Deluxe Single Room - single occupancy in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Deluxe Single Room - single occupancy in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Deluxe Single Room - single occupancy in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Deluxe Single Room - single occupancy in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Deluxe Single Room - single occupancy in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Deluxe Single Room - single occupancy in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Deluxe Single Room - single occupancy in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Deluxe Single Room - single occupancy in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Deluxe Single Room - single occupancy in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Deluxe Single Room - single occupancy in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Deluxe Single Room - single occupancy in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Deluxe Single Room - single occupancy in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Deluxe Single Room - single occupancy in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Deluxe Single Room - single occupancy in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Deluxe Single Room - single occupancy in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Deluxe Single Room - single occupancy in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Deluxe Single Room - single occupancy in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Deluxe Single Room - single occupancy in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Deluxe Single Room - single occupancy in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Deluxe Single Room - single occupancy in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Deluxe Single Room - single occupancy in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Deluxe Single Room - single occupancy in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Deluxe Single Room - single occupancy in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Deluxe Single Room - single occupancy in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Deluxe Single Room - single occupancy in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Deluxe Single Room - single occupancy in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Deluxe Single Room - single occupancy in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe

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Deluxe, Double/Twin, Single Use

1 Twin Bed

1 Double Bed

205 sqft

River view

Private Bathroom

Balcony

Shower

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Deluxe Double or Twin Room with River View in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Deluxe Double or Twin Room with River View in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Deluxe Double or Twin Room with River View in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Deluxe Double or Twin Room with River View in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Deluxe Double or Twin Room with River View in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Deluxe Double or Twin Room with River View in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Deluxe Double or Twin Room with River View in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Deluxe Double or Twin Room with River View in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Deluxe Double or Twin Room with River View in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Deluxe Double or Twin Room with River View in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Deluxe Double or Twin Room with River View in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Deluxe Double or Twin Room with River View in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Deluxe Double or Twin Room with River View in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Deluxe Double or Twin Room with River View in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Deluxe Double or Twin Room with River View in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Deluxe Double or Twin Room with River View in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Deluxe Double or Twin Room with River View in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Deluxe Double or Twin Room with River View in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Deluxe Double or Twin Room with River View in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Deluxe Double or Twin Room with River View in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Deluxe Double or Twin Room with River View in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Deluxe Double or Twin Room with River View in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Deluxe Double or Twin Room with River View in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Deluxe Double or Twin Room with River View in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Deluxe Double or Twin Room with River View in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Deluxe Double or Twin Room with River View in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Deluxe Double or Twin Room with River View in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Deluxe Double or Twin Room with River View in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Deluxe Double or Twin Room with River View in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Deluxe Double or Twin Room with River View in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Deluxe Double or Twin Room with River View in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Deluxe Double or Twin Room with River View in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Deluxe Double or Twin Room with River View in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe

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Deluxe, River View

2 Twin Beds

1 Double Bed

215 sqft

River view

Private Bathroom

Balcony

Private entrance

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Luxury Quadruple Room in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Luxury Quadruple Room in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Luxury Quadruple Room in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Luxury Quadruple Room in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Luxury Quadruple Room in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Luxury Quadruple Room in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Luxury Quadruple Room in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Luxury Quadruple Room in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Luxury Quadruple Room in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Luxury Quadruple Room in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Luxury Quadruple Room in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Luxury Quadruple Room in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Luxury Quadruple Room in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Luxury Quadruple Room in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Luxury Quadruple Room in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Luxury Quadruple Room in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Luxury Quadruple Room in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Luxury Quadruple Room in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Luxury Quadruple Room in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Luxury Quadruple Room in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Luxury Quadruple Room in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Luxury Quadruple Room in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Luxury Quadruple Room in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Luxury Quadruple Room in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Luxury Quadruple Room in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Luxury Quadruple Room in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Luxury Quadruple Room in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Luxury Quadruple Room in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Luxury Quadruple Room in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Luxury Quadruple Room in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Luxury Quadruple Room in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Luxury Quadruple Room in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Luxury Quadruple Room in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Luxury Quadruple Room in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Luxury Quadruple Room in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Luxury Quadruple Room in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Luxury Quadruple Room in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Luxury Quadruple Room in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Luxury Quadruple Room in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Luxury Quadruple Room in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Luxury Quadruple Room in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Luxury Quadruple Room in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Luxury Quadruple Room in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Luxury Quadruple Room in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Luxury Quadruple Room in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Luxury Quadruple Room in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Luxury Quadruple Room in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Luxury Quadruple Room in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Luxury Quadruple Room in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Luxury Quadruple Room in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Luxury Quadruple Room in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Luxury Quadruple Room in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Luxury Quadruple Room in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Luxury Quadruple Room in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe

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Luxury, Quadruple

2 Twin Beds

1 Queen Size Bed

215 sqft

River view

Private Bathroom

Balcony

Private entrance

x4

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Deluxe tent with safari tour in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Deluxe tent with safari tour in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Deluxe tent with safari tour in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Deluxe tent with safari tour in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Deluxe tent with safari tour in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Deluxe tent with safari tour in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Deluxe tent with safari tour in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Deluxe tent with safari tour in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Deluxe tent with safari tour in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Deluxe tent with safari tour in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Deluxe tent with safari tour in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Deluxe tent with safari tour in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Deluxe tent with safari tour in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Deluxe tent with safari tour in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Deluxe tent with safari tour in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Deluxe tent with safari tour in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Deluxe tent with safari tour in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Deluxe tent with safari tour in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Deluxe tent with safari tour in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Deluxe tent with safari tour in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Deluxe tent with safari tour in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Deluxe tent with safari tour in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Deluxe tent with safari tour in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Deluxe tent with safari tour in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Deluxe tent with safari tour in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Deluxe tent with safari tour in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Deluxe tent with safari tour in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Deluxe tent with safari tour in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Deluxe tent with safari tour in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Deluxe tent with safari tour in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Deluxe tent with safari tour in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Deluxe tent with safari tour in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Deluxe tent with safari tour in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Deluxe tent with safari tour in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Deluxe tent with safari tour in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Deluxe tent with safari tour in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe

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Deluxe Tent, King/Twin

1 King Size Bed

2 Twin Beds

205 sqft

River view

Garden view

Private Bathroom

Balcony

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Single Room with Pool View - single occupancy in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Single Room with Pool View - single occupancy in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Single Room with Pool View - single occupancy in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Single Room with Pool View - single occupancy in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Single Room with Pool View - single occupancy in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Single Room with Pool View - single occupancy in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Single Room with Pool View - single occupancy in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Single Room with Pool View - single occupancy in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Single Room with Pool View - single occupancy in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Single Room with Pool View - single occupancy in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Single Room with Pool View - single occupancy in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Single Room with Pool View - single occupancy in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Single Room with Pool View - single occupancy in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Single Room with Pool View - single occupancy in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Single Room with Pool View - single occupancy in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Single Room with Pool View - single occupancy in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Single Room with Pool View - single occupancy in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Single Room with Pool View - single occupancy in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe

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Double, Double/Twin, Pool View, Single Use

1 Twin Bed

1 Double Bed

205 sqft

Garden view

Private Bathroom

Balcony

Shower

More details

Luxury Triple Room in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Luxury Triple Room in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Luxury Triple Room in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Luxury Triple Room in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Luxury Triple Room in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Luxury Triple Room in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Luxury Triple Room in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Luxury Triple Room in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Luxury Triple Room in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Luxury Triple Room in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Luxury Triple Room in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Luxury Triple Room in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Luxury Triple Room in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Luxury Triple Room in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Luxury Triple Room in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Luxury Triple Room in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Luxury Triple Room in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Luxury Triple Room in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Luxury Triple Room in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Luxury Triple Room in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Luxury Triple Room in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Luxury Triple Room in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Luxury Triple Room in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Luxury Triple Room in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Luxury Triple Room in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Luxury Triple Room in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Luxury Triple Room in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Luxury Triple Room in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Luxury Triple Room in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Luxury Triple Room in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Luxury Triple Room in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Luxury Triple Room in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Luxury Triple Room in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Luxury Triple Room in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Luxury Triple Room in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Luxury Triple Room in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Luxury Triple Room in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Luxury Triple Room in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Luxury Triple Room in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Luxury Triple Room in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Luxury Triple Room in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Luxury Triple Room in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Luxury Triple Room in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Luxury Triple Room in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Luxury Triple Room in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Luxury Triple Room in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Luxury Triple Room in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Luxury Triple Room in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Luxury Triple Room in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Luxury Triple Room in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Luxury Triple Room in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe

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Luxury, Triple

1 Twin Bed

1 Double Bed

215 sqft

River view

Private Bathroom

Balcony

Private entrance

x3

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Deluxe Double or Twin Room with Pool View in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Deluxe Double or Twin Room with Pool View in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Deluxe Double or Twin Room with Pool View in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Deluxe Double or Twin Room with Pool View in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Deluxe Double or Twin Room with Pool View in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Deluxe Double or Twin Room with Pool View in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Deluxe Double or Twin Room with Pool View in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Deluxe Double or Twin Room with Pool View in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Deluxe Double or Twin Room with Pool View in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Deluxe Double or Twin Room with Pool View in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Deluxe Double or Twin Room with Pool View in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Deluxe Double or Twin Room with Pool View in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Deluxe Double or Twin Room with Pool View in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Deluxe Double or Twin Room with Pool View in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Deluxe Double or Twin Room with Pool View in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Deluxe Double or Twin Room with Pool View in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Deluxe Double or Twin Room with Pool View in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Deluxe Double or Twin Room with Pool View in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Deluxe Double or Twin Room with Pool View in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Deluxe Double or Twin Room with Pool View in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe
Deluxe Double or Twin Room with Pool View in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe

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Deluxe, 2 Twin Beds, Pool View

1 Queen Size Bed

2 Twin Beds

215 sqft

Garden view

Private Bathroom

Balcony

Shower

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Deluxe Tent in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe

Deluxe Tent, King Size

1 King Size Bed

205 sqft

River view

Garden view

Private Bathroom

Terrace

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Standard Tent in Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe

Standard Tent, King Size

1 King Size Bed

185 sqft

Landmark view

Garden view

Private Bathroom

Private entrance

More details

Deluxe Family

2 Twin Beds

1 King Size Bed

205 sqft

River view

Garden view

Shower

Barbecue

x4

+

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Deluxe, 2 Twin Beds

2 Twin Beds

205 sqft

River view

Garden view

Shower

Barbecue

+

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Deluxe, Triple

1 Twin Bed

1 King Size Bed

205 sqft

River view

Garden view

Shower

Barbecue

x3

+

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Guest reviews

8.4

242 reviews

Categories of assessments

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Featured reviews:

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Michelle

8.2

February 2025

It was very atmospheric and well maintained. There was a lovely restaurant and pool area and the tents were comfortable. The staff were very attentive. The manager gave us an upgrade to a luxury tent when he found out it was our 40th anniversary holiday and were treated to dinner on our terrace, which was lovely. The safari and the separate village tour were both well led and worth doing. Sachinthana, the trainee naturalist accompanied us on both of them and was very attentive.

Unfortunately, we were targeted by a troop of monkeys in our first tent. They stole things from the terrace and even managed to get into the tent one afternoon while we’re out at the pool. They were probably initially attracted by some biscuits we left on our terrace and were just doing what monkeys do, but it was a bit unsettling.

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Marisa

10

April 2025

The property is gorgeous and very natural. There are no eye-sores, everything is very blended with nature. The two swimming pools were really lovely and the restaurant buffet dinners were delicious. The best part was the general manager who went above and beyond to make sure we had a great stay. He engaged with our kids and made sure they stayed busy with basketball, volleyball, arranged a village walk across the river, and made special arrangements on our safari to celebrate my son's birthday. He was like a traditional hotel general manager who treats everybody like his personal guest. It's a really special place and definitely a great base for visiting both Udawalawe and Yala parks.

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Ben

10

January 2025

Incredibly well designed camping experience, the perfect balance of hotel amenities (Great pools, restaurant & bar) with the rustic outdoors. Tents are great, balcony lovely and so peaceful in the evenings. We played badminton and took the bicycles out for a spin through udawalawe. This was the most friendliest village we came across all trip, a lovely home feel (although we had great experiences throughout). If you want a stay that's different to all the others in Sri Lanka, look no further!

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Liz

8.2

April 2024

Athgira provided an authentic glamping experience in the jungle and the team went out if their way to make it a great stay

Athgira provided a great base for the Udawalawe safari and they alao organsised the safari for us through their own company. this was an excellent service. However there is not alot to do other than the safari and if you have an early morning safari (5.30am) you are back by 10am leaving a whole day to fill in a hot and humid jungle location. The pool however provided great respite.

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Mandie

10

December 2024

We stayed 5 nights here and so really got to know the place. Staff very friendly and competent. Want to make your stay as lovely as possible. Very clean and spacious tents. Has plenty of sockets for charging cameras etc and pleased that uk sockets fit. Food was good They organised 2 safari for us; a morning one and an all day. Bothe were excellent and the all day one kitty and assistant came from the hotel to prepare breakfast 😀

Not a lot ☺️

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Steen

8.2

February 2024

We had rented 3 standard tent rooms and stayed here for 2 nights. In general, we were very satisfied with the stay. The staff acted friendly and welcoming. The rooms were quite excellent, even if the tent cloth bears the mark of many years of wear. The bathroom was ok and there was hot water and a good shower. It was nice and clean everywhere. The breakfast was a buffet and it was quite outstanding. For dinner, we tried both their barbecue and a la carte dishes. Both parts were excellent, but it should be noted that the prices are on the high end. There are two excellent swimming pools. All in all, we can recommend staying overnight at Athgira River Camping.

The only downside was that a small fridge and an electric kettle were missing. Also note that there is no air conditioning in the tents.

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Amelia

10

January 2025

Athgira hotel was beautiful and staff were extremely accommodating organising our safaris and meals around these. We had a very early 5.30am start for our second safari and staff had tea and coffee ready for us and then a later breakfast awaiting our return. They also organised a game of cricket with their staff and our teens! Had a great time.

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Helen

8.2

November 2023

Beautiful location, the accommodation is very good very comfortable beds and good shower. The swimming pool I loved a very relaxing place to spend an afternoon. We did the early morning Safari which I really enjoyed.

The breakfast selection wasn’t great and the first night we were there they had a buffet for dinner my husband loves the rice dhal and curries but I couldn’t find much to eat. It’s not near restaurants so it’s the only show in town! Some of the staff are strange. Again they told us wait in reception for the early morning safari and the guy was waiting for us at the main gate!,

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Pipwhit

10

July 2023

This place is a hidden paradise. Set amongst lushes palms and a green valley. Beautiful safari style tents adorned with palm roofs and outdoor bathrooms, look down over an exotic and babling river with shingle beach. Bathing is encouraged here and the management even suggests that they bring you a beer down whilst you sit in the shallows. You will meet lovely Sri Lankan locals here, paddling, chatting and even carrying out their daily laundry wash. This place is so idylic and made even more special by the team of staff. Nothing is too much trouble and the Manager, Prassanna, mentors his staff with a naturing and caring manner. Some of his team are only trainees and it is these staff that are truly a pleasure to meet. We'd love to thank all the team but especially, Chalani, Maheesh, Kithumi, Chanacka and Wimakthi. The Head Chef Mr Fernando delivers amazing dishes, eaten on the river bank, and under twinkling lights. Its a very romantic and intoxicating setting. The Chef also provides cooking tips for any dish you like and additionally advises about panning for tiny pieces of Ruby fragments that can be found in the river. My wife and I spent a few hours in the warm waters, doing this and bagged around 30 small chips of Ruby. It was a very memorable experience.

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Jessica

9.1

March 2025

Exceeded my expectations lovely setting.and close to the National Park. I was initially concerned with lack of airconditioning but it wasnt an issue at all. Loved the 2 swimming pools. Welcoming staff. The buffet food was a pleasant surprise- really good options. Loved that a special effort was made for Christmas celebrations.

No safety box.

Points of Interest Around Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe

Attractions

Udawalawe National Park

7.3mi

Mulkirigala Rock Temple (Mulkirigala Raja Maha Vihara)

20.4mi

Restaurants

Ath Gaala

Cuisines

  • British
  • Seafood
  • Local
  • Asian
  • GrillBbq

Ambiances

  • Family Friendly
  • Modern
  • Romantic

Pools

Location

  • Indoor

Features

  • Shallow end
  • With view

Age restrictions

  • Adults only

Availability

  • All season

Location

  • Outdoor

Features

  • Shallow end
  • With view

Age restrictions

  • Adults only

Availability

  • All season

Amenities of Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe

Spa/Wellness packages

Restaurant

Indoor swimming pool

Outdoor swimming pool

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Room service

Air conditioning

Kid-friendly buffet

Bar

Sun deck

Tour desk

Private entrance

Parking On Site

Terrace

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Beach umbrellas

Landmark view

River view

Garden view

Picnic area

Garden

View

Balcony

Barbecue

Stay rules - Athgira River Camping - Udawalawe

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Curfew

  • Parking

  • Reservations

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property

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$300

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