{"id":7,"date":"2026-01-31T02:47:35","date_gmt":"2026-01-31T02:47:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thesanctuarywilpattu.com\/wordpress\/?page_id=7"},"modified":"2026-03-01T23:37:55","modified_gmt":"2026-03-01T18:07:55","slug":"the-sanctuary-wilpattu","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/thesanctuarywilpattu.com\/","title":{"rendered":""},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" data-id=\"12\" src=\"https:\/\/thesanctuarywilpattu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/19053aaa-a3fb-40ca-8576-ea404c5f0f60-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-12\" style=\"aspect-ratio:3\/4\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thesanctuarywilpattu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/19053aaa-a3fb-40ca-8576-ea404c5f0f60-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/thesanctuarywilpattu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/19053aaa-a3fb-40ca-8576-ea404c5f0f60-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/thesanctuarywilpattu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/19053aaa-a3fb-40ca-8576-ea404c5f0f60-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/thesanctuarywilpattu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/19053aaa-a3fb-40ca-8576-ea404c5f0f60.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"737\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"14\" src=\"https:\/\/thesanctuarywilpattu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Big-Tusker-737x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-14\" style=\"aspect-ratio:3\/4\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thesanctuarywilpattu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Big-Tusker-737x1024.jpg 737w, https:\/\/thesanctuarywilpattu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Big-Tusker-216x300.jpg 216w, https:\/\/thesanctuarywilpattu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Big-Tusker-768x1066.jpg 768w, https:\/\/thesanctuarywilpattu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Big-Tusker-1106x1536.jpg 1106w, https:\/\/thesanctuarywilpattu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Big-Tusker-1475x2048.jpg 1475w, https:\/\/thesanctuarywilpattu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Big-Tusker-scaled.jpg 1844w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 737px) 100vw, 737px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"511\" height=\"908\" data-id=\"31\" src=\"https:\/\/thesanctuarywilpattu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/FB_IMG_1770064774747.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-31\" style=\"aspect-ratio:3\/4\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thesanctuarywilpattu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/FB_IMG_1770064774747.jpg 511w, https:\/\/thesanctuarywilpattu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/FB_IMG_1770064774747-169x300.jpg 169w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 511px) 100vw, 511px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);line-height:1.4\">The Sanctuary Wilpattu: Sri Lanka&#8217;s premier wildlife lodge<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Sanctuary Wilpattu is the ideal accommodation&nbsp;option for travelers seeking an authentic&nbsp;Sri Lanka wildlife experience and to explore Wilpattu National Park. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Located just 14km from the park gates in Wanathuvilluwa, this 2-acre re-wilded habitat serves as a peaceful gateway for your next jeep safari in Wilpattu.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The lodge is ideally suited for wildlife enthusiasts, birdwatchers, photographers and nature lovers. Guests regularly spot native birds, reptiles and other wildlife directly from the lodge grounds<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\" style=\"font-size:28px\">What makes The Sanctuary unique?<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>High end accommodation tailored to the needs of keen nature enthusiasts<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In-house dining with both international and Sri Lankan food options<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In-house jeep safaris to Wilpattu NP with our dedicated wildlife guides and modern vehicle (most other operators do not provide a guide, but simply a driver)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Boat safaris to the neighbouring river systems and shoreline with seasonal whale and dolphin sightings<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Incredible wildlife spotting opportunities on the hotel grounds, with frequent sightings on iconic flaura and fauna (see below)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-ast-global-color-3-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-3ac6e5308553f52015719a602343a27d\">Significant experience in conservation and wildlife research, and ongoing efforts undertaken on the property for our guests to explore and experience<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons has-custom-font-size is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-ccf6b062 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\" style=\"border-style:none;border-width:0px;border-top-left-radius:11px;border-top-right-radius:11px;border-bottom-left-radius:11px;border-bottom-right-radius:11px;margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);padding-right:0;padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);padding-left:0;font-size:18px;font-style:normal;font-weight:400\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-ast-global-color-6-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color has-medium-font-size has-text-align-center has-custom-font-size wp-element-button\" href=\"#accommodation\" style=\"border-style:none;border-width:0px;border-top-left-radius:10px;border-top-right-radius:10px;border-bottom-left-radius:10px;border-bottom-right-radius:10px;background-color:#edaf03;padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);font-style:normal;font-weight:500\">ACCOMMODATION<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-ast-global-color-6-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color has-medium-font-size has-custom-font-size wp-element-button\" href=\"#safari\" style=\"border-style:none;border-width:0px;border-top-left-radius:10px;border-top-right-radius:10px;border-bottom-left-radius:10px;border-bottom-right-radius:10px;background-color:#edaf03;padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);font-style:normal;font-weight:500\">SAFARI<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-ast-global-color-6-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color has-medium-font-size has-custom-font-size wp-element-button\" href=\"#book\" style=\"border-style:none;border-width:0px;border-top-left-radius:10px;border-top-right-radius:10px;border-bottom-left-radius:10px;border-bottom-right-radius:10px;background-color:#edaf03;padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);font-style:normal;font-weight:500\">BOOK YOUR STAY<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-ast-global-color-6-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color has-medium-font-size has-custom-font-size wp-element-button\" href=\"#restaurant\" style=\"border-style:none;border-width:0px;border-top-left-radius:10px;border-top-right-radius:10px;border-bottom-left-radius:10px;border-bottom-right-radius:10px;background-color:#edaf03;padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);font-style:normal;font-weight:500\">RESTAURANT<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-ast-global-color-6-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color has-medium-font-size has-custom-font-size wp-element-button\" href=\"#activities\" style=\"border-style:none;border-width:0px;border-top-left-radius:10px;border-top-right-radius:10px;border-bottom-left-radius:10px;border-bottom-right-radius:10px;background-color:#edaf03;padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);font-style:normal;font-weight:500\">ACTIVITIES <\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-ast-global-color-6-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color has-medium-font-size has-custom-font-size wp-element-button\" href=\"#faq\" style=\"border-style:none;border-width:0px;border-top-left-radius:10px;border-top-right-radius:10px;border-bottom-left-radius:10px;border-bottom-right-radius:10px;background-color:#edaf03;padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);font-style:normal;font-weight:500\">FAQ<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-ast-global-color-6-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color has-medium-font-size has-custom-font-size wp-element-button\" href=\"#book\" style=\"border-style:none;border-width:0px;border-top-left-radius:10px;border-top-right-radius:10px;border-bottom-left-radius:10px;border-bottom-right-radius:10px;background-color:#edaf03;padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);font-style:normal;font-weight:500\">CONTACT<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Experience the Best Safari in Sri Lanka<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"border-top-left-radius:31px;border-top-right-radius:31px;border-bottom-left-radius:31px;border-bottom-right-radius:31px\">Beyond being the&nbsp;best place to see leopards in Sri Lanka, The Sanctuary offers a unique &#8220;Little Big 5&#8221; experience right on the grounds. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While your&nbsp;jeep safari in Wilpattu NP&nbsp;focuses on big cats, elephants, bears and much more,  our sanctuary also highlights the island&#8217;s rare, smaller wonders:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\" style=\"padding-top:0;padding-bottom:0\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">THE SANCTUARY&#8217;S LITTLE BIG 5<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-content-justification-center is-nowrap is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-b3651c41 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);font-size:19px\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Grey Slender Loris<\/strong>&nbsp;(Nocturnal sightings)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Mouse Deer<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Star Tortoise<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Indian Scops Owl<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Spotted Bow Finger Gecko<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:11px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"681\" data-id=\"27\" src=\"https:\/\/thesanctuarywilpattu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/FB_IMG_1770064686554-1024x681.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-27\" style=\"aspect-ratio:4\/3\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thesanctuarywilpattu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/FB_IMG_1770064686554-1024x681.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/thesanctuarywilpattu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/FB_IMG_1770064686554-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/thesanctuarywilpattu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/FB_IMG_1770064686554-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/thesanctuarywilpattu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/FB_IMG_1770064686554.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"33\" src=\"https:\/\/thesanctuarywilpattu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/IMG_0044-v1-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-33\" style=\"aspect-ratio:4\/3\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thesanctuarywilpattu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/IMG_0044-v1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/thesanctuarywilpattu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/IMG_0044-v1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/thesanctuarywilpattu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/IMG_0044-v1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/thesanctuarywilpattu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/IMG_0044-v1-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/thesanctuarywilpattu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/IMG_0044-v1-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"819\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"30\" src=\"https:\/\/thesanctuarywilpattu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/FB_IMG_1770064745031-819x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-30\" style=\"aspect-ratio:4\/3\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thesanctuarywilpattu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/FB_IMG_1770064745031-819x1024.jpg 819w, https:\/\/thesanctuarywilpattu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/FB_IMG_1770064745031-240x300.jpg 240w, https:\/\/thesanctuarywilpattu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/FB_IMG_1770064745031-768x960.jpg 768w, https:\/\/thesanctuarywilpattu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/FB_IMG_1770064745031.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 819px) 100vw, 819px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"22\" src=\"https:\/\/thesanctuarywilpattu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/FB_IMG_1770064366469-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-22\" style=\"aspect-ratio:4\/3\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thesanctuarywilpattu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/FB_IMG_1770064366469-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/thesanctuarywilpattu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/FB_IMG_1770064366469-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/thesanctuarywilpattu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/FB_IMG_1770064366469-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/thesanctuarywilpattu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/FB_IMG_1770064366469.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" data-id=\"15\" src=\"https:\/\/thesanctuarywilpattu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/croc-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-15\" style=\"aspect-ratio:4\/3\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thesanctuarywilpattu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/croc-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/thesanctuarywilpattu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/croc-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/thesanctuarywilpattu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/croc-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/thesanctuarywilpattu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/croc-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/thesanctuarywilpattu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/croc.jpg 1967w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"737\" data-id=\"19\" src=\"https:\/\/thesanctuarywilpattu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/FB_IMG_1770041511241-1024x737.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-19\" style=\"aspect-ratio:4\/3\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thesanctuarywilpattu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/FB_IMG_1770041511241-1024x737.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/thesanctuarywilpattu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/FB_IMG_1770041511241-300x216.jpg 300w, https:\/\/thesanctuarywilpattu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/FB_IMG_1770041511241-768x552.jpg 768w, https:\/\/thesanctuarywilpattu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/FB_IMG_1770041511241-1536x1105.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/thesanctuarywilpattu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/FB_IMG_1770041511241.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:22px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Why is this the best birding lodge in Sri Lanka?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Created by renowned conservation educator and safari guide Suraj Goonewardene, the property is a dedicated&nbsp;birding lodge in Sri Lanka.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Biodiversity:<\/strong>&nbsp;Up to 50 species are regularly spotted on-site.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Expertise:<\/strong>&nbsp;On-site guidance for&nbsp;birding in Wilpattu National Park&nbsp;ensures guests identify rare endemic and migratory birds.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Re-wilding:<\/strong>&nbsp;A thriving habitat designed specifically for&nbsp;birding in Sri Lanka&nbsp;enthusiasts.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-3 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"32\" src=\"https:\/\/thesanctuarywilpattu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/FB_IMG_1770064820692-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-32\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thesanctuarywilpattu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/FB_IMG_1770064820692-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/thesanctuarywilpattu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/FB_IMG_1770064820692-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/thesanctuarywilpattu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/FB_IMG_1770064820692-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/thesanctuarywilpattu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/FB_IMG_1770064820692.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"752\" height=\"1020\" data-id=\"25\" src=\"https:\/\/thesanctuarywilpattu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/FB_IMG_1770064606793.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-25\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thesanctuarywilpattu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/FB_IMG_1770064606793.jpg 752w, https:\/\/thesanctuarywilpattu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/FB_IMG_1770064606793-221x300.jpg 221w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 752px) 100vw, 752px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"82\" src=\"https:\/\/thesanctuarywilpattu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/facebook_1771770869204_7431345643787244636-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-82\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thesanctuarywilpattu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/facebook_1771770869204_7431345643787244636-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/thesanctuarywilpattu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/facebook_1771770869204_7431345643787244636-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/thesanctuarywilpattu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/facebook_1771770869204_7431345643787244636-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/thesanctuarywilpattu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/facebook_1771770869204_7431345643787244636.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:13px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\" id=\"accommodation\">The Accommodation<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The two-floor villa can sleep 8 people in two beautifully decorated double rooms with luxurious en-suite bathrooms and a third dormitory-style family room. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>King size beds<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Option for additional beds as required &#8211; max occupancy 4 people per room<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Air conditioning<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ceiling fans<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hot water showers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reliable WIFI connection<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Stunning views onto the gardens with frequent wildlife spotting opportunities<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-4 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-id=\"49\" src=\"https:\/\/thesanctuarywilpattu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/image_50454017-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-49\" style=\"aspect-ratio:4\/3\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thesanctuarywilpattu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/image_50454017-1024x768.jpg 1024w, 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https:\/\/thesanctuarywilpattu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Stairs-2-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/thesanctuarywilpattu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Stairs-2-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/thesanctuarywilpattu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Stairs-2.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-id=\"58\" src=\"https:\/\/thesanctuarywilpattu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/IMG_5984-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-58\" style=\"aspect-ratio:4\/3\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thesanctuarywilpattu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/IMG_5984-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/thesanctuarywilpattu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/IMG_5984-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/thesanctuarywilpattu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/IMG_5984-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/thesanctuarywilpattu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/IMG_5984-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/thesanctuarywilpattu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/IMG_5984-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-id=\"46\" src=\"https:\/\/thesanctuarywilpattu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Garden-side-view-2-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-46\" style=\"aspect-ratio:4\/3\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thesanctuarywilpattu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Garden-side-view-2-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/thesanctuarywilpattu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Garden-side-view-2-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/thesanctuarywilpattu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Garden-side-view-2-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/thesanctuarywilpattu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Garden-side-view-2-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/thesanctuarywilpattu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Garden-side-view-2.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:21px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\" id=\"restaurant\">The Restaurant<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our internationally trained chef Dinesha produces excellent Sri Lankan and international food, catering to the tastes and requirements of our guests.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Having a superb restaurant on site means that our guests can relax and maximise their stay, instead of having to go out to eat every evening. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The dinner is served in our shared dining area, and is typically followed by the on-site wildlife night spotting tour, led by our highly trained wildlife guides. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-5 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"68\" src=\"https:\/\/thesanctuarywilpattu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Meals-Roti-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-68\" style=\"aspect-ratio:4\/3\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thesanctuarywilpattu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Meals-Roti-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/thesanctuarywilpattu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Meals-Roti-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/thesanctuarywilpattu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Meals-Roti-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/thesanctuarywilpattu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Meals-Roti-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/thesanctuarywilpattu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Meals-Roti-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-id=\"61\" src=\"https:\/\/thesanctuarywilpattu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/IMG_6163-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-61\" style=\"aspect-ratio:4\/3\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thesanctuarywilpattu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/IMG_6163-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/thesanctuarywilpattu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/IMG_6163-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/thesanctuarywilpattu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/IMG_6163-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/thesanctuarywilpattu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/IMG_6163-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/thesanctuarywilpattu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/IMG_6163-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"73\" src=\"https:\/\/thesanctuarywilpattu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/WhatsApp-Image-2024-11-29-at-13.37.10_89ad2af4-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-73\" style=\"aspect-ratio:4\/3\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thesanctuarywilpattu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/WhatsApp-Image-2024-11-29-at-13.37.10_89ad2af4-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/thesanctuarywilpattu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/WhatsApp-Image-2024-11-29-at-13.37.10_89ad2af4-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/thesanctuarywilpattu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/WhatsApp-Image-2024-11-29-at-13.37.10_89ad2af4-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/thesanctuarywilpattu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/WhatsApp-Image-2024-11-29-at-13.37.10_89ad2af4.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:21px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\" id=\"facilities\">Facilities &amp; Amenities<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Extensive wildlife library for guest use<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Walking trails around the hotel grounds and pond, with frequent wildlife encounters<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Balcony area to enjoy the sunrise and sunset views<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Laundry services available<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Nightly on-site free guided tours with our in-house guide<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:19px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\" id=\"activities\">Activities available<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The lodge offers curated tours of Wilpattu National Park and boat excursions on the Puttalam lagoon<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Curated tours<\/strong>&nbsp;of Wilpattu National Park with well-trained, professional, and experienced safari guides.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Wilpattu National Park<\/strong>, established in 1938, is one of Sri Lanka\u2019s oldest protected parks, offering sightings of&nbsp;leopard,&nbsp;elephant,&nbsp;crocodile,&nbsp;serpent eagle,&nbsp;sloth bear, deer, and sambar.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Boat excursions<\/strong>&nbsp;on Puttalam lagoon and protected mangroves, including dips in the beautiful tributaries off the lagoon.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Complimentary nature walks<\/strong>&nbsp;on the property trail with two highly trained resident wildlife guides.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:29px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\" id=\"safari\">Jeep Safari to Wilpattu National Park<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As a specialist&nbsp;safari lodge in Sri Lanka, we bridge the gap between luxury stay and conservation education. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our location off the main road in Wanathuvilluwa ensures a quiet, immersive environment, perfect for those booking 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All safaris and tours include a&nbsp;professional English-speaking naturalist guide&nbsp;to help you spot and learn about the incredible biodiversity of the region.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Tour Type<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Description<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Duration \/ Times<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Price (LKR)<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Wilpattu Full Day<\/strong><\/td><td>Comprehensive 4&#215;4 Jeep Safari<\/td><td>6:00 AM \u2013 6:00 PM<\/td><td><strong>58,000<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Wilpattu Morning<\/strong><\/td><td>Early morning wildlife activity<\/td><td>6:00 AM \u2013 12:00 PM<\/td><td><strong>37,000<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Wilpattu Afternoon<\/strong><\/td><td>Late afternoon &amp; nocturnal start<\/td><td>2:00 PM \u2013 6:00 PM<\/td><td><strong>37,000<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Nelum Wewa Walk<\/strong><\/td><td>Immersive nature trek<\/td><td>6:00 AM \u2013 9:00 AM&nbsp;<em>or<\/em>&nbsp;3:30 PM \u2013 6:30 PM<\/td><td><strong>6,000<\/strong>&nbsp;(up to 4 pax)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Sanctuary Property Walk<\/strong><\/td><td>Guided exploration of our 2-acre haven<\/td><td>6:00 AM \u2013 8:00 AM&nbsp;<em>or<\/em>&nbsp;4:00 PM \u2013 6:00 PM<\/td><td><strong>3,000<\/strong>&nbsp;(up to 4 pax)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Night Wildlife Walk<\/strong><\/td><td>Discover the &#8220;Little Big 5&#8221; by torchlight<\/td><td>7:00 PM \u2013 9:00 PM<\/td><td><strong>3,000<\/strong>&nbsp;(up to 4 pax)<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Important Safari Information<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Inclusions:<\/strong>&nbsp;Prices include&nbsp;<strong>Park Entrance Fees for 2 Adults<\/strong>&nbsp;and private Jeep\/Boat hire. (Rates valid as of January 26, 2026).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Exclusions:<\/strong>&nbsp;Prices&nbsp;<strong>do not<\/strong>&nbsp;include transfers (approx. Rs. 3,500 for pick-up\/drop-off) or meals and bottled water.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Overnight Guests:<\/strong>&nbsp;Additional hours for walking tours are available at Rs. 1,000 per hour.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:19px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n<pre class=\"ti-widget\" style=\"display: none\"><template id=\"trustindex-google-widget-html\"><div class=\" ti-widget  ti-goog ti-review-text-mode-readmore ti-text-align-center\" data-no-translation=\"true\" data-plugin-version=\"13.2.7\" data-layout-id=\"34\" data-layout-category=\"slider\" data-set-id=\"light-background\" data-pid=\"\" data-language=\"en\" data-close-locale=\"Close\" data-review-target-width=\"300\" data-css-version=\"2\" data-reply-by-locale=\"Owner&apos;s reply\" data-only-rating-locale=\"This user only left a rating.\" data-pager-autoplay-timeout=\"6\"> <div class=\"ti-widget-container ti-col-3\"> <div class=\"ti-header ti-header-grid source-Google\"> <div 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Google.<\/span><\/span><\/span> <div class=\"ti-review-text-container ti-review-content\"><!-- R-CONTENT -->Very beautiful place close to Wilpattu. The house is very new with a lot of glass and the rooms are very spacious. The family that runs this place is very friendly and made an amazing night walk around their garden, where we saw many exotic animals. Would really recommend as base for Wilpattu NP!<!-- R-CONTENT --><\/div> <span class=\"ti-read-more\" data-container=\".ti-review-content\" data-collapse-text=\"Hide\" data-open-text=\"Read more\"><\/span> <\/div> <\/div>  <div data-empty=\"0\" class=\"ti-review-item source-Google ti-image-layout-thumbnail\" data-id=\"cfcd208495d565ef66e7dff9f98764da\"> <div class=\"ti-inner\"> <div class=\"ti-review-header\"> <div class=\"ti-platform-icon ti-with-tooltip\"> <span class=\"ti-tooltip\">Posted on <\/span> <trustindex-image data-imgurl=\"https:\/\/cdn.trustindex.io\/assets\/platform\/Google\/icon.svg\" alt=\"\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/trustindex-image> <\/div> <div class=\"ti-profile-img\"> <trustindex-image data-imgurl=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/a\/ACg8ocLqp8bfl5ZtFAtbI7bFG9oMti-Fx0eiIRreyTHqrpeQzF6m1A=w40-h40-c-rp-mo-br100\" alt=\"Mona baumann oggier profile picture\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/trustindex-image> <\/div> <div class=\"ti-profile-details\"> <div class=\"ti-name\"> Mona baumann oggier <\/div> <div class=\"ti-date\">9 February 2026<\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <span class=\"ti-stars\"><trustindex-image class=\"ti-star\" data-imgurl=\"https:\/\/cdn.trustindex.io\/assets\/platform\/Google\/star\/f.svg\" alt=\"Google\" width=\"17\" height=\"17\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/trustindex-image><trustindex-image class=\"ti-star\" data-imgurl=\"https:\/\/cdn.trustindex.io\/assets\/platform\/Google\/star\/f.svg\" alt=\"Google\" width=\"17\" height=\"17\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/trustindex-image><trustindex-image class=\"ti-star\" data-imgurl=\"https:\/\/cdn.trustindex.io\/assets\/platform\/Google\/star\/f.svg\" alt=\"Google\" width=\"17\" height=\"17\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/trustindex-image><trustindex-image class=\"ti-star\" data-imgurl=\"https:\/\/cdn.trustindex.io\/assets\/platform\/Google\/star\/f.svg\" alt=\"Google\" width=\"17\" height=\"17\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/trustindex-image><trustindex-image class=\"ti-star\" data-imgurl=\"https:\/\/cdn.trustindex.io\/assets\/platform\/Google\/star\/f.svg\" alt=\"Google\" width=\"17\" height=\"17\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/trustindex-image><span class=\"ti-verified-review ti-verified-platform\"><span class=\"ti-verified-tooltip\">Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.<\/span><\/span><\/span> <div class=\"ti-review-text-container ti-review-content\"><!-- R-CONTENT -->Vom 5.-7. Februar \u00fcbernachteten wir im Sanctuary. Wir genossen die herzliche Gastfreundschaft von Achini und Dinesha und f\u00fchlten uns sehr gut aufgehoben. Das Essen war wunderbar!!\nMit Achini und ihrem Mann Dula erlebten wir eine sehr eindr\u00fcckliche Safari. Die beiden konnten uns \u00fcber Tiere und Pflanzen sehr kompetent informieren.\nWir k\u00f6nnen das Sanctuary sehr empfehlen!\nRegula und Mona<!-- R-CONTENT --><\/div> <span class=\"ti-read-more\" data-container=\".ti-review-content\" data-collapse-text=\"Hide\" data-open-text=\"Read more\"><\/span> <\/div> <\/div>  <div data-empty=\"0\" class=\"ti-review-item source-Google ti-image-layout-thumbnail\" data-id=\"cfcd208495d565ef66e7dff9f98764da\"> <div class=\"ti-inner\"> <div class=\"ti-review-header\"> <div class=\"ti-platform-icon ti-with-tooltip\"> <span class=\"ti-tooltip\">Posted on <\/span> <trustindex-image data-imgurl=\"https:\/\/cdn.trustindex.io\/assets\/platform\/Google\/icon.svg\" alt=\"\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/trustindex-image> <\/div> <div class=\"ti-profile-img\"> <trustindex-image data-imgurl=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/a\/ACg8ocLBRTGHqsDNiU7R8_Oncs3b2i5ifSZYNBgfknd0MpZdDDFClWI=w40-h40-c-rp-mo-br100\" alt=\"Julien R\u00f6sch profile picture\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/trustindex-image> <\/div> <div class=\"ti-profile-details\"> <div class=\"ti-name\"> Julien R\u00f6sch <\/div> <div class=\"ti-date\">3 February 2026<\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <span class=\"ti-stars\"><trustindex-image class=\"ti-star\" data-imgurl=\"https:\/\/cdn.trustindex.io\/assets\/platform\/Google\/star\/f.svg\" alt=\"Google\" width=\"17\" height=\"17\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/trustindex-image><trustindex-image class=\"ti-star\" data-imgurl=\"https:\/\/cdn.trustindex.io\/assets\/platform\/Google\/star\/f.svg\" alt=\"Google\" width=\"17\" height=\"17\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/trustindex-image><trustindex-image class=\"ti-star\" data-imgurl=\"https:\/\/cdn.trustindex.io\/assets\/platform\/Google\/star\/f.svg\" alt=\"Google\" width=\"17\" height=\"17\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/trustindex-image><trustindex-image class=\"ti-star\" data-imgurl=\"https:\/\/cdn.trustindex.io\/assets\/platform\/Google\/star\/f.svg\" alt=\"Google\" width=\"17\" height=\"17\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/trustindex-image><trustindex-image class=\"ti-star\" data-imgurl=\"https:\/\/cdn.trustindex.io\/assets\/platform\/Google\/star\/f.svg\" alt=\"Google\" width=\"17\" height=\"17\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/trustindex-image><span class=\"ti-verified-review ti-verified-platform\"><span class=\"ti-verified-tooltip\">Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.<\/span><\/span><\/span> <div class=\"ti-review-text-container ti-review-content\"><!-- R-CONTENT -->We had a wonderful stay at the Sanctuary. Clean and beautiful accommodation and the food was phenomenal! The Safari was great! Achini an Dulah did a perfect job.<!-- R-CONTENT --><\/div> <span class=\"ti-read-more\" data-container=\".ti-review-content\" data-collapse-text=\"Hide\" data-open-text=\"Read more\"><\/span> <\/div> <\/div>  <div data-empty=\"0\" class=\"ti-review-item source-Google ti-image-layout-thumbnail\" data-id=\"cfcd208495d565ef66e7dff9f98764da\"> <div class=\"ti-inner\"> <div class=\"ti-review-header\"> <div class=\"ti-platform-icon ti-with-tooltip\"> <span class=\"ti-tooltip\">Posted on <\/span> <trustindex-image data-imgurl=\"https:\/\/cdn.trustindex.io\/assets\/platform\/Google\/icon.svg\" alt=\"\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/trustindex-image> <\/div> <div class=\"ti-profile-img\"> <trustindex-image data-imgurl=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/a\/ACg8ocKT6H4ch8xMpj7pOP03VIeCGxhLFvs8-F4ERvW31ORwLvl2gA=w40-h40-c-rp-mo-br100\" alt=\"E. &amp; V. 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Hertlein <\/div> <div class=\"ti-date\">3 February 2026<\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <span class=\"ti-stars\"><trustindex-image class=\"ti-star\" data-imgurl=\"https:\/\/cdn.trustindex.io\/assets\/platform\/Google\/star\/f.svg\" alt=\"Google\" width=\"17\" height=\"17\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/trustindex-image><trustindex-image class=\"ti-star\" data-imgurl=\"https:\/\/cdn.trustindex.io\/assets\/platform\/Google\/star\/f.svg\" alt=\"Google\" width=\"17\" height=\"17\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/trustindex-image><trustindex-image class=\"ti-star\" data-imgurl=\"https:\/\/cdn.trustindex.io\/assets\/platform\/Google\/star\/f.svg\" alt=\"Google\" width=\"17\" height=\"17\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/trustindex-image><trustindex-image class=\"ti-star\" data-imgurl=\"https:\/\/cdn.trustindex.io\/assets\/platform\/Google\/star\/f.svg\" alt=\"Google\" width=\"17\" height=\"17\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/trustindex-image><trustindex-image class=\"ti-star\" data-imgurl=\"https:\/\/cdn.trustindex.io\/assets\/platform\/Google\/star\/f.svg\" alt=\"Google\" width=\"17\" height=\"17\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/trustindex-image><span class=\"ti-verified-review ti-verified-platform\"><span class=\"ti-verified-tooltip\">Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.<\/span><\/span><\/span> <div class=\"ti-review-text-container ti-review-content\"><!-- R-CONTENT -->The Sanctuary ist ein direkt in der Natur liegender, wunderbar ruhiger Ort der jeden Naturliebhaber \u00fcberzeugen wird. Er ist idealer Ausgangspunkt f\u00fcr die Erkundung des nahen Wilpattu-Nationalparks, dessen Tierreichtum von begeisterten Besuchern gelobt wird.<!-- R-CONTENT --><\/div> <span class=\"ti-read-more\" data-container=\".ti-review-content\" data-collapse-text=\"Hide\" data-open-text=\"Read more\"><\/span> <\/div> <\/div>  <div data-empty=\"0\" class=\"ti-review-item source-Google ti-image-layout-thumbnail\" data-id=\"cfcd208495d565ef66e7dff9f98764da\"> <div class=\"ti-inner\"> <div class=\"ti-review-header\"> <div class=\"ti-platform-icon ti-with-tooltip\"> <span class=\"ti-tooltip\">Posted on <\/span> <trustindex-image data-imgurl=\"https:\/\/cdn.trustindex.io\/assets\/platform\/Google\/icon.svg\" alt=\"\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/trustindex-image> <\/div> <div class=\"ti-profile-img\"> <trustindex-image data-imgurl=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/a-\/ALV-UjX4QSABVvVt5QZuXFB8EZsdRmaUFRc4Anjjyd8kqluKT9rg37k=w40-h40-c-rp-mo-ba5-br100\" alt=\"Safraj Faheer profile picture\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/trustindex-image> <\/div> <div class=\"ti-profile-details\"> <div class=\"ti-name\"> Safraj Faheer <\/div> <div class=\"ti-date\">23 January 2026<\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <span class=\"ti-stars\"><trustindex-image class=\"ti-star\" data-imgurl=\"https:\/\/cdn.trustindex.io\/assets\/platform\/Google\/star\/f.svg\" alt=\"Google\" width=\"17\" height=\"17\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/trustindex-image><trustindex-image class=\"ti-star\" data-imgurl=\"https:\/\/cdn.trustindex.io\/assets\/platform\/Google\/star\/f.svg\" alt=\"Google\" width=\"17\" height=\"17\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/trustindex-image><trustindex-image class=\"ti-star\" data-imgurl=\"https:\/\/cdn.trustindex.io\/assets\/platform\/Google\/star\/f.svg\" alt=\"Google\" width=\"17\" height=\"17\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/trustindex-image><trustindex-image class=\"ti-star\" data-imgurl=\"https:\/\/cdn.trustindex.io\/assets\/platform\/Google\/star\/f.svg\" alt=\"Google\" width=\"17\" height=\"17\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/trustindex-image><trustindex-image class=\"ti-star\" data-imgurl=\"https:\/\/cdn.trustindex.io\/assets\/platform\/Google\/star\/f.svg\" alt=\"Google\" width=\"17\" height=\"17\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/trustindex-image><span class=\"ti-verified-review ti-verified-platform\"><span class=\"ti-verified-tooltip\">Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.<\/span><\/span><\/span> <div class=\"ti-review-text-container ti-review-content\"><!-- R-CONTENT -->The Sanctuary Resort: General Review\nOverall, these resorts usually lean toward wellness, privacy, and nature. Here is a breakdown of the typical experience:\n* The Vibe: Most \"Sanctuary\" branded resorts focus on \"getting away from it all.\" Expect a quiet, serene atmosphere\u2014perfect for couples or solo travelers looking to decompress. It\u2019s rarely a \"party\" spot.\n* The Rooms: Usually designed to blend in with the environment. You\u2019ll often find open-air concepts, natural wood, and high-quality linens.\n* Dining: Often features organic, locally sourced, or \"farm-to-table\" menus. They usually cater well to vegetarians and vegans.\n* Pros: * Excellent spa and yoga facilities.\n* Stunning, secluded locations (beaches or jungles).\n* Attentive, personalized service.\n* Cons: * Can be pricey compared to standard hotels.\n* Sometimes remote, meaning you might be \"trapped\" eating at the resort (which gets expensive).\n* Depending on the location, you might encounter a few more \"nature friends\" (bugs\/geckos) than in a city hotel.\nQuick Spelling Tip<!-- R-CONTENT --><\/div> <span class=\"ti-read-more\" data-container=\".ti-review-content\" data-collapse-text=\"Hide\" data-open-text=\"Read more\"><\/span> <\/div> <\/div>  <div data-empty=\"0\" class=\"ti-review-item source-Google ti-image-layout-thumbnail\" data-id=\"cfcd208495d565ef66e7dff9f98764da\"> <div class=\"ti-inner\"> <div class=\"ti-review-header\"> <div class=\"ti-platform-icon ti-with-tooltip\"> <span class=\"ti-tooltip\">Posted on <\/span> <trustindex-image data-imgurl=\"https:\/\/cdn.trustindex.io\/assets\/platform\/Google\/icon.svg\" alt=\"\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/trustindex-image> <\/div> <div class=\"ti-profile-img\"> <trustindex-image data-imgurl=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/a\/ACg8ocKqRk1Ym2SuPcXDHn5nKtPFcOnElJt7SAUNZEBXIBTKF49GQQ=w40-h40-c-rp-mo-ba2-br100\" alt=\"Daniel Hochstoeger profile picture\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/trustindex-image> <\/div> <div class=\"ti-profile-details\"> <div class=\"ti-name\"> Daniel Hochstoeger <\/div> <div class=\"ti-date\">8 January 2026<\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <span class=\"ti-stars\"><trustindex-image class=\"ti-star\" data-imgurl=\"https:\/\/cdn.trustindex.io\/assets\/platform\/Google\/star\/f.svg\" alt=\"Google\" width=\"17\" height=\"17\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/trustindex-image><trustindex-image class=\"ti-star\" data-imgurl=\"https:\/\/cdn.trustindex.io\/assets\/platform\/Google\/star\/f.svg\" alt=\"Google\" width=\"17\" height=\"17\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/trustindex-image><trustindex-image class=\"ti-star\" data-imgurl=\"https:\/\/cdn.trustindex.io\/assets\/platform\/Google\/star\/f.svg\" alt=\"Google\" width=\"17\" height=\"17\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/trustindex-image><trustindex-image class=\"ti-star\" data-imgurl=\"https:\/\/cdn.trustindex.io\/assets\/platform\/Google\/star\/f.svg\" alt=\"Google\" width=\"17\" height=\"17\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/trustindex-image><trustindex-image class=\"ti-star\" data-imgurl=\"https:\/\/cdn.trustindex.io\/assets\/platform\/Google\/star\/f.svg\" alt=\"Google\" width=\"17\" height=\"17\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/trustindex-image><span class=\"ti-verified-review ti-verified-platform\"><span class=\"ti-verified-tooltip\">Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.<\/span><\/span><\/span> <div class=\"ti-review-text-container ti-review-content\"><!-- R-CONTENT -->Hey! We were 100% happy with our stay at the Sanctuary! The stuff is unbelievable kind and helped us with everything! The night tour was very interesting and we also booked the Safaribtour with them - our guide spent so much time with us so we could see all the animals without a hurry (leopard, bear, water buffalos,...). The food was amazing :)<!-- R-CONTENT --><\/div> <span class=\"ti-read-more\" data-container=\".ti-review-content\" data-collapse-text=\"Hide\" data-open-text=\"Read more\"><\/span> <\/div> <\/div>  <div data-empty=\"0\" class=\"ti-review-item source-Google ti-image-layout-thumbnail\" data-id=\"cfcd208495d565ef66e7dff9f98764da\"> <div class=\"ti-inner\"> <div class=\"ti-review-header\"> <div class=\"ti-platform-icon ti-with-tooltip\"> <span class=\"ti-tooltip\">Posted on <\/span> <trustindex-image data-imgurl=\"https:\/\/cdn.trustindex.io\/assets\/platform\/Google\/icon.svg\" alt=\"\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/trustindex-image> <\/div> <div class=\"ti-profile-img\"> <trustindex-image data-imgurl=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/a-\/ALV-UjVyOngcW7drihFjHByusvlWTHbwBQVnAr59leijZK_SLWwqs2RF=w40-h40-c-rp-mo-br100\" alt=\"Liechti Thomas profile picture\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/trustindex-image> <\/div> <div class=\"ti-profile-details\"> <div class=\"ti-name\"> Liechti Thomas <\/div> <div class=\"ti-date\">4 January 2026<\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <span class=\"ti-stars\"><trustindex-image class=\"ti-star\" data-imgurl=\"https:\/\/cdn.trustindex.io\/assets\/platform\/Google\/star\/f.svg\" alt=\"Google\" width=\"17\" height=\"17\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/trustindex-image><trustindex-image class=\"ti-star\" data-imgurl=\"https:\/\/cdn.trustindex.io\/assets\/platform\/Google\/star\/f.svg\" alt=\"Google\" width=\"17\" height=\"17\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/trustindex-image><trustindex-image class=\"ti-star\" data-imgurl=\"https:\/\/cdn.trustindex.io\/assets\/platform\/Google\/star\/f.svg\" alt=\"Google\" width=\"17\" height=\"17\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/trustindex-image><trustindex-image class=\"ti-star\" data-imgurl=\"https:\/\/cdn.trustindex.io\/assets\/platform\/Google\/star\/f.svg\" alt=\"Google\" width=\"17\" height=\"17\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/trustindex-image><trustindex-image class=\"ti-star\" data-imgurl=\"https:\/\/cdn.trustindex.io\/assets\/platform\/Google\/star\/f.svg\" alt=\"Google\" width=\"17\" height=\"17\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/trustindex-image><span class=\"ti-verified-review ti-verified-platform\"><span class=\"ti-verified-tooltip\">Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.<\/span><\/span><\/span> <div class=\"ti-review-text-container ti-review-content\"><!-- R-CONTENT -->Wir hatten eine sch\u00f6ne Nacht im The Sanctuary. Das essen war k\u00f6stlich.\nDie Safari war super und wir sahen viele Tiere. Sie wussten viel \u00fcber die Tiere im Wilpattu Nationalpark.\nDie Sitze im Jeep waren bequem.<!-- R-CONTENT --><\/div> <span class=\"ti-read-more\" data-container=\".ti-review-content\" data-collapse-text=\"Hide\" data-open-text=\"Read more\"><\/span> <\/div> <\/div>  <div data-empty=\"0\" class=\"ti-review-item source-Google ti-image-layout-thumbnail\" data-id=\"cfcd208495d565ef66e7dff9f98764da\"> <div class=\"ti-inner\"> <div class=\"ti-review-header\"> <div class=\"ti-platform-icon ti-with-tooltip\"> <span class=\"ti-tooltip\">Posted on <\/span> <trustindex-image data-imgurl=\"https:\/\/cdn.trustindex.io\/assets\/platform\/Google\/icon.svg\" alt=\"\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/trustindex-image> <\/div> <div class=\"ti-profile-img\"> <trustindex-image data-imgurl=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/a\/ACg8ocKKAqSOTKvQY8fznBU8XMaeRy3_RdOiU3AkUXwEd01UjpvT8UI=w40-h40-c-rp-mo-br100\" alt=\"Aron Buzogany profile picture\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/trustindex-image> <\/div> <div class=\"ti-profile-details\"> <div class=\"ti-name\"> Aron Buzogany <\/div> <div class=\"ti-date\">24 September 2025<\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <span class=\"ti-stars\"><trustindex-image class=\"ti-star\" data-imgurl=\"https:\/\/cdn.trustindex.io\/assets\/platform\/Google\/star\/f.svg\" alt=\"Google\" width=\"17\" height=\"17\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/trustindex-image><trustindex-image class=\"ti-star\" data-imgurl=\"https:\/\/cdn.trustindex.io\/assets\/platform\/Google\/star\/f.svg\" alt=\"Google\" width=\"17\" height=\"17\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/trustindex-image><trustindex-image class=\"ti-star\" data-imgurl=\"https:\/\/cdn.trustindex.io\/assets\/platform\/Google\/star\/f.svg\" alt=\"Google\" width=\"17\" height=\"17\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/trustindex-image><trustindex-image class=\"ti-star\" data-imgurl=\"https:\/\/cdn.trustindex.io\/assets\/platform\/Google\/star\/f.svg\" alt=\"Google\" width=\"17\" height=\"17\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/trustindex-image><trustindex-image class=\"ti-star\" data-imgurl=\"https:\/\/cdn.trustindex.io\/assets\/platform\/Google\/star\/f.svg\" alt=\"Google\" width=\"17\" height=\"17\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/trustindex-image><span class=\"ti-verified-review ti-verified-platform\"><span class=\"ti-verified-tooltip\">Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.<\/span><\/span><\/span> <div class=\"ti-review-text-container ti-review-content\"><!-- R-CONTENT -->We had a fantastic stay and experience here. 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Binoculars<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Broad-rimmed hat and polarized sunglasses<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Small day pack for hikes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Small snacks for the jeep safari trips <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A sense of adventure and discovery<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>What weather and temperatures can guest expect ?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Average temperatures are uniform throughout the year, hovering around 28\u00b0C (82\u00b0F) and ranging from 22\u00b0C &#8211; 32\u00b0C (71\u00b0F &#8211; 94\u00b0F)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>December &#8211; March (Dry\/Cooler Season):<\/strong>&nbsp;The most pleasant time to visit, with lower rainfall and moderate winds.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>May &#8211; September (Monsoon Season):<\/strong>&nbsp;High winds, humidity, and rainfall, though August is sometimes drier.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>October &#8211; November (Pre-Monsoon\/Inter-monsoon):<\/strong>&nbsp;Usually the wettest period<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>When is the best time to visit?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>What facilities and equipment are available for guest use?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Do visitors need any specific vaccinations or malaria prophylaxis to visit? What common nuisances can visitors expect to find?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Fortunately, both malaria and yellow fever have been eradicated in Sri Lanka. Therefore no mandatory vaccinations are required for your visit, and there is no need for malaria prohylaxis. Being a tropical climate, you can expect the main nuisances to be mosquitoes and sun exposure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:18px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Getting Here<br><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We are located in the outskirts of Wanathavillu, a small community 14km from the western entrance to Wilpattu National Park.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Travel time from Colombo or Kandy is roughly 3-4 hours depending on traffic. Anuradhapura is roughly 2 hours away<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When you arrive, look for a small dirt road turning left (across the road from St Jude&#8217;s Church) and follow the road around as it snakes past neighbouring properties to The Sanctuary. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/embed?pb=!1m18!1m12!1m3!1d4576.47093013683!2d79.85637107563157!3d8.189206991842354!2m3!1f0!2f0!3f0!3m2!1i1024!2i768!4f13.1!3m3!1m2!1s0x3afd0e248b7b160f%3A0x7ff5d9fa2d85c23f!2sThe%20Sanctuary!5e1!3m2!1sen!2spa!4v1771901391767!5m2!1sen!2spa\" width=\"1200\" height=\"600\" style=\"border:0;\" allowfullscreen=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\"><\/iframe>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:23px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\" id=\"book\">BOOKINGS &amp; CONTACT<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\" id=\"book-now\" 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