Montane cloud forests and sambar deer
Kirigalpoththa is the second highest peak (2,392m) in Sri Lanka, located within the Horton Plains National Park (2139m), the most elevated tableland Sri Lanka. The trail goes through mountain grassland interspersed with montane cloud forest and streams.
Location: Horton Plains National Park
Distance from Nuwara Eliya: 32 km
| Trip type | Day hike |
| Trail route type | Out-and-back |
| Length | 14km |
| Elevation at trailhead | 2139m |
| Elevation at trail-end | 2,392m |
| Cumulative elevation gain | 415m |
| Level | Challenging |
| Group size | 4 to 8 |
| Pick-up point | Post Office, Nuwara Eliya – 05:30 |
| Drop-off point | Nuwara Eliya town – 17:00 |
| When | February to April and July to September is also reasonably dry. |
| Inclusions | Trek guide and support team/transport to and from Horton Plains/admission fee/lunch/water/trail snacks |
| Exclusions | Breakfast/transport to the pick up point |
What to wear
Walking shoes with a good grip and ankle support
Trekking trousers
Warm t-shirt or shirt
Fleece jacket or warm jumper
What to put in your daypack
Cap/hat
Sunglasses & sun protection cream
Hand towel
Small trash bag
Light waterproof jacket (k-way) – depending on weather
Plastic bags (to keep your phone/camera dry)
Emergency phone numbers
Copy of your ID or passport
Basic first aid kit
| N° of persons | 4-6 | 7-8 |
|---|---|---|
| Per person | $90 | $85 |