Lodge
Mahoora Tented Safari Camp Yala
Run by Mahoora Tented Safari Camps
About
Tented safari camp on the eastern edge of Yala National Park near the quieter Katagamuwa gate, with jeep safaris led by naturalists. It offers dedicated photography and birding safaris, and multi-night stays use Yala's less-visited entrances.
Open months
Year round or not stated
Light on 15 November
Clear sky
| From | To | Light |
|---|---|---|
| 00:00 | 05:40 | Night |
| 05:40 | 05:57 | Blue hour |
| 05:57 | 06:23 | Golden hour |
| 06:23 | 07:23 | Soft |
| 07:23 | 09:17 | Medium |
| 09:17 | 14:21 | Harsh |
| 14:21 | 16:14 | Medium |
| 16:14 | 17:15 | Soft |
| 17:15 | 17:40 | Golden hour |
| 17:40 | 17:57 | Blue hour |
| 17:57 | 24:00 | Night |
2.9 hours of golden and soft light.
Light by month
Hours a day
| Month | Golden hour | Soft | Medium | Harsh |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 0.9 h | 2.0 h | 3.9 h | 4.9 h |
| Feb | 0.8 h | 1.9 h | 3.6 h | 5.5 h |
| Mar | 0.8 h | 1.9 h | 3.4 h | 5.9 h |
| Apr | 0.8 h | 1.9 h | 3.4 h | 6.0 h |
| May | 0.9 h | 2.0 h | 3.5 h | 5.9 h |
| Jun | 0.9 h | 2.0 h | 3.7 h | 5.8 h |
| Jul | 0.9 h | 2.0 h | 3.6 h | 5.9 h |
| Aug | 0.8 h | 1.9 h | 3.4 h | 6.0 h |
| Sep | 0.8 h | 1.9 h | 3.4 h | 6.0 h |
| Oct | 0.8 h | 1.9 h | 3.5 h | 5.6 h |
| Nov | 0.9 h | 2.0 h | 3.8 h | 5.1 h |
| Dec | 0.9 h | 2.1 h | 4.0 h | 4.6 h |
The lodge
- Distance
- Unknown
- Lens
- Unknown
- Language
- English
- Species nearby
- Sri Lankan leopard
For photographers
- Hides on site: No
- Photo vehicles: Unknown
- Power and charging: Unknown
- Internet: Unknown
What the price covers
- Included
- Not stated
Prices are in the operator's currency. Conversions on the site are approximate and marked ≈. Enquiry form coming soon.
Ethics
- Feeding Unverified
- Baiting Unverified
- Captive Animals Unverified
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Light and conditions
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Light through the year
Golden hour is when the sun is low, between the horizon and 6° above it: soft, warm light. Times are for the 15th of each month, in Colombo time (with summer time where it applies).
| Month | Golden hour | Daylight | Sun at noon | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morning golden hour | Evening golden hour | |||
| Jan | 06:24– | 17:38– | 11h 48m11 h 48 min | 63° |
| Feb | 06:24– | 17:48– | 11h 55m11 h 55 min | 71° |
| Mar | 06:14– | 17:48– | 12h 5m12 h 5 min | 82° |
| Apr | 06:00– | 17:44– | 12h 16m12 h 16 min | 87° |
| May | 05:52– | 17:44– | 12h 25m12 h 25 min | 78° |
| Jun | 05:54– | 17:50– | 12h 30m12 h 30 min | 73° |
| Jul | 06:00– | 17:55– | 12h 27m12 h 27 min | 75° |
| Aug | 06:02– | 17:50– | 12h 20m12 h 20 min | 82° |
| Sep | 05:58– | 17:37– | 12h 9m12 h 9 min | 87° |
| Oct | 05:54– | 17:22– | 11h 59m11 h 59 min | 75° |
| Nov | 05:57– | 17:15– | 11h 50m11 h 50 min | 65° |
| Dec | 06:10– | 17:22– | 11h 45m11 h 45 min | 60° |
Getting there
- Nearest airport
- Unknown
Sources
Imported listing, not yet claimed by the owner · last checked 28 Oct 2026