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Aranya Resort, Yala, Sri Lanka |
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Aranya resort is situated in a peaceful location bordering the katagamuwa entrance of yala national park , spread out over a vast 5 acre locality , surrounded by the wilderness in a safe , secure environment ( Police and Armed forces detachments are located in close proximity )which allows you the luxury of relaxation away from the concrete jungle in absolute privacy . It is owned and operated by the husband and wife team of former sri lankan Cricket captain Hashan Tillekaratne and his Charming wife Apsari under the auspices of a professional management company.
The resort which is literally separated from the national park , only by an electric fence , provides access to the best area of the park for Leopard sightings. On most evenings you will also be pleasantly surprised by wild elephants ambling by the properties edge to the nearby Kochchipathana lake in search of food and water.
Despite its modern and comfortable interior and the Kataragama town being only 5 kms away , Aranya gives the illusion of being cut of from civilization due to its unique location . The natural beauty of the surrounds will help soothe your tired limbs and relax in a typical outdoor environment away from the hustle and bustle of the city . |
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Aranya can comfortably accommodate 30 adults.
Mandara (chalet)
Accommodate 04 adults, A double bed inside and two beds outside in the veranda h .Toilets are outside, few yards away,and showers are open to sky. Good view of Vadasiti kanda.
Arana (chalet) 4 adults
Accommodate 08 adults , one attached Bathroom . Overlooking the jungle.
Mandakini
Accommodate 08 adults. Bathrooms located Outside,with open to air showers.Over looking the jungle.
Gagana
Accommodates 08 adults. 2 Bathrooms located Outside,with open to air showers.Over looking the jungle.
Ruk Arana
A tree hut which is about 20 feet high and a ladder to climb up. 03 beds inside.Toilet is few yards away.Best view of the area, and the jungle.
All beds are provided with mosquito nets and fans(except the tree hut.)
04 Eco-Lodges - Mandara,Arana,Mandakini & Gagana as well as a sturdily built tree house - Ruk arana provides the accommodation options at Aranya Resort .
Each chalet has generator operated fans & comfortable Beds with mosquito nets. (most nights you do not need to have the fans on as the weather is very pleasant and soothing to the mind as well as the body.
Each chalet and tree hut has a separate washing area with mirror a few yards away.
The Out door open to sky shower area , secured from the sides is in keeping with the unique atmosphere of aranya.
Commode Toilets with modern fittings are situated just adjoining the shower area in close proximity to each chalet .
Facilities at this unique . sprawling setting spread over 5 acres , bordering the fence of yala national park ranges from the basic to the luxurious . The luxury element has been brought in by the newest addition to the resort a 15* 30 foot Swimming pool ( which is the only pool in a resort hotel away from Tissamaharama ) , with a deep end bordering on 6 & a half feet . Another value addition is the spacious and eye catching pool bar where facilities for indoor games such as carom and bridge are available apart from a brand new Billiards /pool table with equipment . This is also an ideal location to unwind after a Safari tour at the adjoining park , with a poolside BBQ & chilled beer .
The MAKARANDA restaurant has a lounge area with TV/ stereo facilities and serves delicious Sri Lankan dishes under the supervision of our Executive chef . The area adjoining the restaurant , lit by garden lanterns during the nights can also be utilized for a BBQ . The lunch buffets on weekdays as well as weekends offer a variety of mouth watering local dishes & are a popular option for day travelers visiting Kataragama and Yala from nearby towns .
The vast acreage of the resort has been utilized to grow a variety of fresh fruits and vegetables from which our master chef prepares mouthwatering curries and desserts to generations old traditional recipes providing a truly Sri Lankan flavor.
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