Back Of Beyond - Dune Camp Yala
Gurugoda Palatupana, Usangoda, 11111, Sri Lanka
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Gurugoda Palatupana, Usangoda, 11111, Sri Lanka
Hotel Services and Facilities
Free WiFi
Free parking
Free breakfast
Pet friendly
Hotel facilities
- Free Parking
- Safety Deposit Box
- BBQ facilities
- Darts
- Hiking
- Packed lunches
- Beachfront
- On-site parking
- Concierge services
- Designated Smoking Area
- Family Rooms
- Free Wi-Fi
- Picnic Area
- Private Beach
- Restaurant(s)
- Daily Housekeeping
- Non-Smoking Rooms Available
- Open-air bath
- Fruits
- Outdoor furniture
- Outdoor fireplace
- Cooking class
- Archery
- Fire extinguishers
- First aid kit available
- Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
- Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas
- All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
- Car rental available
- Ironing amenities
- Laundry services
- Luggage storage & lockers
- Restaurant (special diets available)
- Tour services
- Airport shuttle (charges may apply)
- Shuttle service (charges may apply)
- Kid-friendly dining

















































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Karola (Couple)
stayed in February, 2026
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
What an unforgettable stay! The location of this camp is beautiful and perfectly located for the safari tour. You have direct access to the dune area during sun set hours. Just be aware that you will have to walk quite a bit through deep sand and there are a lot of nature sounds during the night.
Katerina (Couple)
stayed in November, 2025
Guest Score 1 out of 10
Very Poor
The location only
The tents were destroyed and dirty & the zippers didn’t work.
Francesco (Family with young children)
stayed in April, 2025
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
Incredible spot in the wilderness! Really nice walks around the beach and the dunes. Very friendly staff (in particular Karu). A bit expensive though.
Melissa (Couple)
stayed in April, 2025
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
This was an amazing and unique experience! The tents were really fun, the bed was quite comfortable, the outdoor shower works well and the views around tent anre unreal! Staff are friendly and the food was good!
The tent gets warm, not too hot but it could be uncomfortable if you’re there too long. There is a fan! We got the tent with a tub, we didn’t end up using the tub as it wasn’t what we expected.
Jiayu (Couple)
stayed in April, 2025
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
The location is wonderful at the dune and right next to the sea. You can fall asleep to the sounds of the waves and nature.
The property is not huge with only four glamping tents and you feel very secluded and private with the greeneries. The food at the property is also amazing! The curd made by the team was so delicious!
The team is so kind and helpful. Especially Rimesh who took care of us so well during the stay and also during our full day safari. His knowledge of Sri Lankan animals and birds as well as his great personality has brought us a wonderful experience in Yala national park.
We would definitely recommend nature lover to stay at this property as it really gives you a unique experience.
Walker (Couple)
stayed in March, 2025
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
Recommend to book their safari !
We booked a double tent at the Dune Camp for one night. A fabulous location with a almost private beach and amazing views from the Dunes. We did not utilize the safari offered by the Dune Camp as we had a cheaper offer from the guide who bought us there from Ella. Huge mistake ! It was a loud, decrepit jeep and the safari driver just sped through the park without explaining anything. His one ambition was to show us a leopard – we saw a leopard’s tail together with another 100 jeeps! I guess we got what we paid for! Due to this terrible experience, we decided to stay another extra night at the Dune Camp book a safari organized by them. What a difference ! Their naturalist accompanied us. He was polite and knowledgeable and explained to us regarding the different types of animals, birds and lizards. We also had a much better viewing of a leopard although we did not chase after one. The safari jeep and driver was also very good and he drove very carefully. They organized a lovely picnic breakfast for us as well. We would therefore definitely recommend the safari provided by the hotel but I believe you need to give the some advance notice as they may be fully booked.
Vanessa (Group Traveler)
stayed in February, 2025
Guest Score 7 out of 10
Good
It is nice to camp in the jungle nearby the ocean
The staff is very caring and the safari was very nice !
Dingyi (Family with young children)
stayed in February, 2025
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
Katy (Couple)
stayed in December, 2024
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
Amazing view and scenery. It’s the most unique place I’ve been to. The tents were comfortable and you shower under the stars! Its covered so that you have your privacy. The safari that they arranged was also good. The food was great and on one night they arranged a barbeque on the dune, under the stars! Just unforgettable and way better than staying in a standard hotel!
The sea is not good for swimming
Brown (Couple)
stayed in December, 2024
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
I agree with the previous reviews. The location is absolutely spectacular. Most definitely the most scenic view we’ve had in Sri Lanka. Its also very private and we had the beach and dunes virtually to ourselves and the other couple that were in the Dune camp. The food and the service was great.
The tents are a bit dated, but the beds are very comfortable and all have nets. This is not super luxury but the price is also much less than the super luxury campsites. We would highly recommend this place. They also arranged the safari for us. We have heard horror stories re the jeep drivers at Yala but the driver they arranged was very good and mindful of not disturbing the wildlife.
Katherine (Family with young children)
stayed in August, 2024
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
Staying here is an unforgettable and amazing experience.
The location is utterly beautiful with the breathtaking beach and wonderful dunes. The tents are very glamorous and not like tents at all. They are raised up with their own verandas with power, fridge , great bathroom facilities, comfortable beds, everything you want. The food is excellent serving local and international cuisine. The staff could not be more helpful and are always on hand to make sure every need is met, even serving coffee, on the tent Veranda in the early morning before you leave for a Safari. You can book safaris through the Camp which makes everything easy and Asela The manager and nature guide can accompany you on the Safari to assist with spotting animals identification et cetera, which really adds to the experience. We absolutely loved it here and would definitely return. A very very special place.
There is nothing I would criticise about this place because it was wonderful in every way
Amelia (Family with young children)
stayed in July, 2024
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
The location is amazing, as were the staff.
A big thank you to Asela, who took us on a fantastic safari, and all rounder Karu!
Djénaé (Couple)
stayed in January, 2024
Guest Score 4 out of 10
Disappointing
good location,very good view that’s it!
the star doesn’t know how to speak english even though they are gentle…then ,it is very dangerous ,like we couldn’t eat in the restaurant because there was elephant and buffle ,at 6.30 you need to be in you room for the rest of the night because of that,then the food was really not good…and the value for money is really bad…don’t recommend it…
Marie (Family with young children)
stayed in January, 2024
Guest Score 5 out of 10
Fair
Staff were very kind.
Outstanding location: a wild beach with no one around.
Tents are clearly outdated and not well maintained.
Chiara (Couple)
stayed in November, 2023
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
Immerse yourself in the breathtaking beauty of Yala National Park to the fullest. Witness the spectacular sunrise and sunset over the ocean from the glamping site behind natural dunes. Wake up to the sound of birds chirping in the morning and indulge in delicious meals prepared by the highly professional and courteous staff.
Keren (Couple)
stayed in January, 2023
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
A tent in nature, near a dune and a beautiful shor with ppl around.
Great and friendly staf.
Prepare our breakfast in boxes to take to Yala Park. Dinner and bonfire in front of the see.
Highly recommend for nature lovers
Liezl (Solo Traveler)
stayed in January, 2022
Guest Score 4 out of 10
Disappointing
The only good thing about this camp, was the general staff.
Tents and bed nets was full of holes, the tents requires serious maintenance. Big spiders and cockroaches in the tent due to access holes. There is a lot of potential here, but unfortunately no attention to the details, no management and no structure. Breakfast was not good and chicken for dinner was still raw inside and vegetables was still raw. and the person making the food tells me he is soooo busy and promises to attend to me the following day. Outdoor toilet/ shower light was not working. It was honestly the worst experience I have ever had. A waste of money and energy.
Thank you for your information!
Area information
- Yala National Park - 16.84 mi
- Ruhunu National Park - 19.04 mi
- Gangarama Dagoba - 7.27 mi
- Menik Dagoba - 7.87 mi
- Gal Vihare - 11.37 mi
- Kataragama Dewale - 12.61 mi
- Valliamma Dewale - 12.61 mi
- Kebilitte Dewale - 27.34 mi
- Kiri Vihare - 27.97 mi
- Ratmal Vihare - 39.98 mi
- Naigal Vihare - 40.89 mi
- Diyaluma Falls - 41.35 mi
- Kanda Vihare - 44.11 mi
- Rawanaella Falls - 46.68 mi
- Nanbanna Vihare - 47.69 mi
- Kadurugoda Vihare - 48.63 mi
- Hiriketiya Vihare - 48.77 mi
- Wewurukannala Temple - 49.41 mi
- Bambarakanda Falls - 51.96 mi
- Bakers Falls - 55.23 mi
- Galagama Falls - 55.31 mi
- Kataragama Dewale - 56.02 mi
- Slab Rock Falls - 56.02 mi
- Manawela Falls - 57.66 mi
- Dunhinda Falls - 57.72 mi
- Elgin Falls - 60.15 mi
- Parawella Falls - 61.52 mi
- Kirindi Ela Falls - 61.66 mi
- Ravanaella Falls - 61.77 mi
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Back Of Beyond - Dune Camp Yala
Gurugoda Palatupana, Usangoda, 11111, Sri Lanka