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Leopard Trails Kumana

Kumana National Park, Sri Lanka
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Tucked within the serene expanse of Kumana National Park, Leopard Trails Kumana Camp offers an exclusive gateway to Sri Lanka's untamed eastern wilderness.

The camp's bespoke tents seamlessly blend rustic charm with modern comforts, featuring spacious interiors adorned with plush bedding, dark wood furnishings, and air conditioning to ensure a restful retreat after exhilarating safaris. Each tent boasts a private en-suite bathroom with hot water showers, and some offer outdoor bathing experiences that allow guests to connect intimately with nature.

A private veranda extends the living space outdoors, providing a tranquil spot to observe the surrounding flora and fauna. Beyond the luxurious accommodations, Leopard Trails Kumana immerses guests in the rhythms of the wild. Expert naturalists guide daily game drives, unveiling the park's rich biodiversity, from elusive leopards to vibrant birdlife. Evenings are marked by gourmet dining under the stars, with meals crafted from local ingredients and served in communal settings that foster shared stories and camaraderie. As night falls, the distant calls of wildlife provide a natural lullaby, completing the authentic safari experience that Leopard Trails Kumana Camp so thoughtfully curates.

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What we love

    • Venture deep into the heart of Kumana National Park on customised game drives led by seasoned naturalists, where each outing is a chance to track elusive leopards, witness elephants at watering holes, and encounter rare bird species in their natural habitat.
    • Savor gourmet Sri Lankan and international cuisine in an open-air setting illuminated by lanterns and starlight, with the ambient sounds of the jungle providing an unforgettable natural soundtrack to each evening meal.
    • Visit the revered Okanda Murugan Kovil, a vibrant Hindu temple nestled near the camp. This spiritual site marks a stop on the annual Pada Yatra pilgrimage to Kataragama, a glimpse into the rich religious traditions of the island

The culinary provision at the camp is centred around Sri Lankan authentic meals, offering you proper immersion into the culture of the area. Don’t expect diverse, international buffets

The camp’s secluded setting deep within Kumana National Park adds to its charm but can make access challenging, requiring travel on unpaved roads

Children aged 6–11 can share tents with parents for a reduced rate, with those 5 and under staying free. While safaris are generally suited for children aged 8 and above, younger guests can enjoy engaging activities like wildlife footprint games and nature walks around the camp. The camp offers family tents, kid-sized binoculars, and child-friendly meals. Junior ranger programs and storytelling sessions around the campfire are amongst the activities on offer for children.

The Camp operates with sustainability at its heart, utilising solar energy and eco-friendly waste management systems. The tents are designed to blend seamlessly into the environment, minimising disruption to the wildlife and landscape. Waste is carefully recycled, and composting is employed to reduce the camp's environmental impact. Guests are encouraged to engage in responsible tourism, supporting local communities and conservation initiatives. This commitment to sustainability allows for an immersive, yet eco-conscious safari experience.

The international airport in Mattala is the closest to the camp at 60km away. For visitors seeking to make the most of the diverse wildlife experiences here, you could also visit Lunugamvehera National Park, within a day trip from the camp, to see the vast elephant herds, leopards, sloth bears and crocodiles.

What our travellers say

If Red Dot ever ceased to exist and I wanted to return to Sri Lanka I would probably go somewhere else instead. They were, in every way shape and form, impeccable. From Samanthie who created the itinerary to Wicky who drove us here, there and everywhere I cannot imagine anybody doing it better. Impeccable. I need say no more except it doesn’t get any better.
Stuart (March 2025) United Kingdom Read the whole review here Tripadvisor
We chose this company as we wanted our money to benefit the people of Sri Lanka rather than international companies. Their work supports smaller businesses, projects and communities as well as the environment
Jessica E (August 2025) London, UK Read the whole review here Feefo
Our 11th visit to this magical Island with always something new to discover and see. This time we made it up north to Jaffna, via Mannar Island, after beginning in the tea country and acclimatising to the heat, after leaving a very cold UK in January. We had total confidence that RedDot would organise everything to perfection, having used them many times before
Roy L (March 2025) United Kingdom Read the whole review here Feefo
We had a fantastic holiday. The itinerary and choice of hotels was spot on, and seamlessly organised.
Charlotte (August 2024) United Kingdom Read the whole review here Tripadvisor
Exceptional tour of Sri Lanka with Dami. We cannot recommend Dami at Red dot tours highly enough. As our guide over 9 days he made sure that our trip to Sri Lanka was unforgettable- always going above & beyond to impart his knowledge, show us things off the beaten track, looking after us, getting us to try many local delicacies & making us laugh .. a LOT. Cannot imagine anyone doing a better job- if we could take him with us on every holiday we would!
Sarah (July 2025) United Kingdom Read the whole review here Feefo
Dulmini did a great job listening to our wishes and arranged an itinerary that was very busy but met all our needs. Sisira, our guide, was outstanding, providing us with great local knowledge and suggesting other activities on our travels. He was a great driver on the busy Sri Lankan roads, was always punctual but above all added colour to the whole trip.
Malcolm (April 2024) United Kingdom Read the whole review here Tripadvisor
I cannot recommend Red Dot Tours more highly. Thank you so much to Samanthie for her patience with me and all her hard work at putting together the perfect itinerary for my family. I had done a lot of research before I contacted Red Dot and Samanthie created a tour that fitted in all the activities we wanted to do and secured the hotels I told her we would like to stay in (not easy to do in high season).
Nina (July 2025) United Kingdom Read the whole review here Tripadvisor
Wow what can I say, from start to finish we have had a wonderful holiday with Red Dot Tours. Dulmini was so helpful in putting an itinerary together for us as a family of 6 and catering to all of our needs. We have ticked off so many of Sri Lanka’s beautiful sights during our trip. Dulmini and Dhanu were a great help to us while we were out on our travels too.
Anupa (July 2025) United Kingdom Read the whole review here TripAdvisor
We spent 13 days on a Bawa tour with wonderful driver and guide Manjula, including Kandalama Heritance, The Kandy House, The Last House, Jetwing Yala, Jetwing Lighthouse and Club Villa hotels. We are 3 friends, one of them in the wheelchair. Dulmini Ekanayake from Red Dot Tours was very helpful and very patient and found solutions to all our special demands.
Rene (March 2025) United Kingdom Read the whole review here Tripadvisor
The itinerary was absolutely perfect and the hotels wonderful, especially Thotalagala, The Warden’s House and 41 Lighthouse Street. Our driver, Indika, was a delight-charming, knowledgeable, considerate and always punctual; he showed us more of this amazing country than we could have hoped for!
Karen - United Kingdom Read the whole review here Tripadvisor
Wanted to take a moment to thank RedDot Tours, and specifically Jayandi for helping book a wonderful family vacation for my family and I. First time for my family and Jayandi took care of every detail, was so courteous and professional, and genuinely cared about our experience in SL. I would also like to mention Pradeep, our kind and understanding guide/chauffeur who took such good care of us while we were out and about. I cannot recommend RedDot enough!
Bob (November 2024) United States Read the whole review here Tripadvisor
We used Red Dot for the first time for our holiday in Sri Lanka. Dulmini put together such a wonderful experience for us, creating an itinerary she drew up after many discussions about what we like and also gave us suggestions for excursions and activities. It was totally bespoke and we were able to make changes throughout this process.
Gill (March 2025) Kent, United Kingdom Read the whole review here Tripadvisor
This is an excellent tour company. They planned our Sri Lankan holiday from start to finish. The trip was initially planned for 2022 but due to Covid and other issues we didn’t manage to undertake the trip until this year. Throughout all this time we had the same travel advisor Lahiru who responded quickly to my emails and rearranged and adjusted our holiday each year!
Anne (January 2025) United Kingdom Read the whole review here Tripadvisor
As a group of 8 we have had the most fabulous tour of Sri Lanka organised by Dulmini from RedDot who totally understood my brief of "some" culture, agriculture, nature, trekking and relaxation. The hotels chosen were a wonderful mixture of homestay, tented and pure luxury (Ceylon Tea Trails). The experiences to local villages, trekking the Pekoe Trail and climbing Pidurangala were memorable and our wonderful guide, Ananda, was so informative and knowledgeable and adapted to our needs admirable (not easy with a group of 8)
Anna (February 2025) United Kingdom Read the whole review here Tripadvisor
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