Featuring garden views, Wanakaset Forest Glamping in Kitulgala features accommodations and a garden. Housed in a building dating back to 2017, this guest house is 31 miles from Leisure World. There's a sun terrace and guests can access free Wifi and free private parking. At the guest house, every unit comes with a wardrobe. Additional in-room amenities include fruit. At the guest house, each unit has bed linen and towels. Buffet and continental breakfast options with warm dishes, local specialities, and fruit are available each morning at the guest house. Guests are welcome to eat at the on-site family-friendly restaurant, which is open for dinner, lunch, brunch, and high tea. The guest house has a picnic area where you can spend the day outdoors. Castlereigh Reservoir Seaplane Base Airport is 27 miles from the property.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Vegetarian, Asian, Buffet

Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
2 twin beds
and
1 queen bed
1 twin bed
and
1 full bed
2 twin beds
or
1 queen bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.7
Facilities
9.3
Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.5
Value for money
9.3
Location
9.4
Free Wifi
7.5
High score for Kitulgala
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Mostafa
    Egypt Egypt
    Great hospitality and nice place in the middle of the forest
  • Yechiel
    Israel Israel
    We are a traveling family. Truly, this is one of the most enchanted places we had the privilege to stay in. It is unique because you are in the middle of the jungle, without walls. The place is very relaxing, yet you feel the jungle, in the good...
  • Michael
    United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
    No bells and whistles yet a clean and exceptional 5-star mattress and linen in the middle of the jungle. The team were awesome and the blend of forest foods they grow and hospitality they provide show incredible skills. The 10+ edible leaves...
  • Teodoro
    Italy Italy
    The location is stunning, immerse in the forest, distributed into amazing wooden structures. The rooms are lovely opened up on the trees, we slept so well. Bathrooms are shared and separated from the rooms (just few meters away), but this is not...
  • Chris
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    We loved the location of Wanakaset Forest glamping right in the heart of the forest which afforded us amazing views of the hills from our balcony room. The food was plentiful and delicious and the ladies in the kitchen incredibly hospitable. We...
  • Alexandra
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Amazing location in the jungle. The big shared lounge was a fabulous room with comfy chairs - you felt you were really part of the jungle. The food was freshly prepared and included ingredients found near by. The hosts were extremely kind and...
  • Abigail
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    What a magical place. Set in the middle of the rainforest, the views were stunning. Apple room wonderful. The staff were so kind and gentle and welcoming. Nothing was too much trouble including a last minute request for lunch. Food was delicious...
  • V
    Vicki
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Really in the heart of the forest. Full of wildlife and all the noises of the forest. Staff couldn’t have been more helpful. Wonderful place
  • Kerry
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    A wonderful experience. Fantastic food. Highly recommended!
  • Phillip
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    A fantastic gem set in the heart of the forest. The owner arranges the short ferry ride and 4x4 pickup at the guest’s convenience. The property oozes nature, which makes animal and bird spotting a dream. Phenomenally comfortable rooms supported...

Managed by Wanakaset Sri Lanka

Company review score: 9.7Based on 99 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

Wanakaset’s Kitulgala property, is the headquarter of the Wanakaset Sri Lanka, non-profit organisation whose ultimate objective is Biodiversity Conservation and Restoration. We plant a huge variety of fruit trees and edible leaf trees to generate a unique biodiversity. By staying with us, you contribute financially to the creation of this extraordinary ecosystem. Those guests who wish to partake in the daily chores of the Conservation project can also join us. Activities range from planting trees, clearing, watering and learning a little more about the trees. Those willing to offset the full carbon footprint of their holidays are welcome to plant trees or ask Wanakaset team to do so. Wanakaset is also present in France (Pyrénées Orientales), in Panama (Chiriqui) and Tunisia (Kelibia).

Property info

Hospitality in a Biodiversity Conservation project. The teak wood cottage, nested on the hills of Kitulgala, dominates the tea plantations and the Kilani River valley surrounded by lush tropical vegetation. The movie “Bridge over the River Kwai” was shot on the Kilani River a few kilometres upstream from Wanakaset. The property is not connected to any amenities or public services other than electricity. Our drinking water comes from rain and is filtered through sand and charcoal. Grey water is recycled through a phytosanitary system, which allows this water to be used for irrigation of young trees. Our trees are still young but some of them already bear fruits waiting to be picked (200 varieties of fruit trees).

Neighborhood info

The area is best known for Birdwatching, White Water rafting, Advanced Canyoning, Hiking and Mountain biking but also to those visiting Adam’s peak, the Balilena Caves, the Sandun Ella gorgeous waterfall or the Makandawa Forest Natural Park.

Language Spoken

English

Area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Restaurant #1
    • Cuisine
      Chinese • Indian • Italian • Asian
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • High tea
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly • Traditional
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Dairy-free

Amenities of Wanakaset Forest Glamping
Great facilities! Review score, 9.3

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Free Wifi
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Towels
  • Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
  • Shared toilet
  • Free toiletries
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • Garden view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Pets
Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
Activities
  • Cooking class
    Additional charge
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Hiking
    Additional charge
Food & Drink
  • Fruit
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Restaurant
Internet
Wifi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
    Services
    • Baggage storage
    • Wake-up service
    • Wake-up service/Alarm clock
    • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Front Desk Services
    • Invoice provided
    Entertainment & Family Services
    • Board games/Puzzles
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV outside property
    • Key access
    General
    • Designated smoking area
    • Smoke-free property
    • Mosquito net
    • Hardwood or parquet floors
    • Fan
    • Family rooms
    • Ironing facilities
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Accessibility
    • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
    Languages Spoken
    • English

    House rules
    Wanakaset Forest Glamping takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 2:30 PM to 8:00 PM
    You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
    Check-out
    From 9:30 AM to 10:00 AM
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children over 2 are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    2 - 4 years
    Crib upon request
    Free

    The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

    There are no extra beds available at this property.

    All cribs are subject to availability.

    No age restriction
    There's no age requirement for check-in
    Pets
    Free!Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
    Accepted payment methods
    VisaMastercardCash
    Smoking
    Smoking is not allowed.

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    Please inform Wanakaset Forest Glamping of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

    FAQs about Wanakaset Forest Glamping

    • Wanakaset Forest Glamping offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Hiking
      • Walking tours
      • Tour or class about local culture
      • Cooking class
    • The prices at Wanakaset Forest Glamping may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Wanakaset Forest Glamping is 2.1 miles from the center of Kitulgala. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Room options at Wanakaset Forest Glamping include:

      • Double
      • Single
      • Triple
      • Family
      • Twin/Double
    • Wanakaset Forest Glamping has 1 restaurant:

      • Restaurant #1
    • Guests staying at Wanakaset Forest Glamping can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 10.0).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • Continental
      • Vegetarian
      • Asian
      • Buffet
    • Check-in at Wanakaset Forest Glamping is from 2:30 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.