Eco Team receives level 1 approval from Sri Lanka Tourism

Eco Team has achieved another “first” in the Sri Lankan Tourism domain by being the first and only Tented Safari Camp operator to receive approval by the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority as level 1 certified safe and secure accommodation.

Eco Team Safari Camps offer Safari Experiences under the Level 1 accreditation with all three year-round locations; namely Eco Team Safari Camp - Yala, Eco Team Safari Camp - Udawalawe and Eco Team Safari Camp – Wilpattu, the company said in a media release.

Even with the downturn in tourism due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Eco Team Safari Camps will continue to spearhead innovative wildlife accommodation solutions in order to boost the industry and support the Destination Management Companies with its specialized wildlife products – “Mahoora by Eco Team” and “Big Game by Eco Team” which are available in Yala, Udawalawe and Wilpattu. Both Mahoora and Big Game products will accept foreign guests under level 1 health and safety guidelines.

Founder Managing Director of Eco Team Tented Safari Camps, Anuruddha Bandara states, “I wish to convey my sincere gratitude to all the Destination Management Companies who have sent us bookings since February 2021.We are steadfast in our support towards our industry partners to successfully promote Sri Lanka for a post COVID-19 tourism resurgence.We look forward to supporting all of the Destination Management Company to develop unique itineraries using Eco Team Safari Camps, in order to boost tourist arrivals to the country.”

Above: Mr. Anuruddha Bandara.