Governors Camp Wilpattu is a place to stay when you want to explore Sri Lankas biggest and oldest wildlife sanctuary. It is situated on a 15-acre area of wilderness in Eluwankulama. This eco-retreat is the gateway to the North Western Province. Governors Camp Wilpattu is three kilometers away from the Eluwankulama entrance. To Wilpattu National Park so you can easily balance the thrill of a jungle expedition. With the comforts of luxury hospitality.
The good thing about Governors Camp Wilpattu is that it is near the entrance to Wilpattu National Park. This gives you an advantage when it comes to seeing wildlife. Most tourists go to the eastern gate near Anuradhapura. Governors Camp Wilpattu is near the quiet western gate. If you enter from this side you can see the parks mangroves and salt marshes before the crowds of safari jeeps arrive. This increases your chances of spotting the Sri Lankan leopard. The sloth bear and herds of elephants drinking around the parks famous “villus” or rain-fed lakes.
The property is beautifully integrated into the surrounding landscape overlooking a waterway where exotic birds gather. At Governors Camp Wilpattu you can choose from types of accommodations including spacious air-conditioned chalets, traditional cadjan pavilions and family-friendly rooms with private patios. After a long morning safari you can relax in the swimming pool or unwind on the sun terrace listening to the sounds of the wild.
The food at Governors Camp Wilpattu is great. It is a big part of what makes your stay so special. The restaurant serves Sri Lankan rice and curry as well as Asian and Chinese specialties using fresh local ingredients. You can also have barbecue dinners and custom seafood spreads prepared by the resident culinary team. The local hosts and expert naturalists are very friendly. Go out of their way to make you feel at home. They can even plan walking tours, cycling routes and bird-watching sessions around the property.
If you want to see wildlife the time to visit Governors Camp Wilpattu is during the dry season from May to September. During these months the jungle is not as dense and animals gather around the remaining watering holes making it easier for photographers to get shots. If you are planning to book your stay you can compare prices. Make reservations on popular platforms, like Agoda or Booking.com to secure your spot in advance. Governors Camp Wilpattu is a place to stay and you should definitely consider it when planning your trip to Wilpattu National Park.
