Day Hikes
Kirigalpoththa Hike
Montane cloud forests and sambar deer…
You will walk across the mountain grasslands interspersed with montane cloud forests within the Horton Plains National Park (2139m), the most elevated tableland in Sri Lanka and eventually hike up to the Kirigalpoththa — the second highest peak (2,392m) in Sri Lanka. The way back is on the same trail.
Location: Horton Plains National Park
Distance from Nuwara Eliya: 32 km
| Length | 14 km |
| Level | Challenging |
| Group size | 4 to 8 |
| Pick up point | Post Office, Nuwara Eliya – 06:30 |
| Drop off point | Pick up point – 17:00 |
| Inclusions | Trek guide/transport to and from Horton Plaines / entrance fees/water |
| Exclusions | Breakfast / transport to the pick up point / lunch – bring a picnic lunch |
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 |
Balana Hike
Battlegrounds and strategic forts…
Walk the final stretch of the historic Old Road to Kandy, the path of diplomacy and trade, trodden on by Kings, Governors, and Generals. Many battles have been fought along the way.
Location : Kandy
| Length | 16 km |
| Group size | 4 to 8 |
| Pick up point | Suspension bridge, Gannoruwa – 07:00 |
| Drop off point | Kandy town – 16:30 |
| Level | Moderate |
| Inclusions | Trek guide/lunch/water/transport back to Kandy |
| Exclusions | Breakfast/transport to the pick-up point |
Highlights
Suriyagoda Buddhist Temple
Dodanwela Temple
Danturé Village
Balana Fort
What to wear
Walking shoes with a good grip and ankle support
Trekking trousers
T-shirt / casual shirt
What to put in your backpack
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 | $40 | $35 |
Kodigahakanda Hike
Keepers of the forest…
When the streams and wells started to go dry as a result of the extensive quarrying and deforestation, the villagers of Olaboduwa North formed a society known as “Mihithala Mithuro” (Earth Friends) on their own initiative to protect the forest resource on which they were so dependent …
Location : Gonapola
Distance from Colombo city : 32 km
| Length | 8 km |
| Group size | 4 to 8 |
| Pick up point | Boardwalk restaurant car park, Waters Edge, Battaramulla – 07:00 |
| Drop off point | Pick up point – 16:30 |
| Level | Easy |
| Inclusions | Trek guide / transport / lunch / water |
| Exclusions | Breakfast / transport to the pick up point |
Highlights
Granite-based hillock with it’s 45ha secondary scrub jungle considered as one of the most biodiverse concentrations in the Kalutara district: 133 species of flora, 18 species of reptiles, 4 species of amphibians, 16 species of fish, 45 species of butterflies, 72 species of birds and 17 species of mammals.
Olaboduwa: The home of Raigam family of the low country folk dance tradition. Here you will get a chance to meet Guru (Master) Karunadasa Olaboduwa who is the leading figure of this hereditary family.
What to wear
Walking shoes with a good grip and ankle support
Trekking trousers
T-shirt / casual shirt
What to put in your backpack
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 |
|---|---|---|
| USD per person | $65 | $55 |
Maligatenna Hike
Ambalamas, caves and drip ledges…
Historic sites, rock caves used by monastic monks, dramatic rock formations, diverse landscapes, and vibrant rural life, all offering unforgettable experiences.
Location : Buthgamuwa
Distance from Colombo city : 37 km
| Length | 12 km |
| Group size | 4 to 8 |
| Pick up point | Boardwalk restaurant car park, Waters Edge, Battaramulla – 06:15 am |
| Drop off point | Pick up point – 16:30 |
| Level | Moderate |
| Inclusions | Trek guide / transport / lunch / water |
| Exclusions | Breakfast / transport to the pick up point |
Highlights
Maligatenna buddhist temple & rock
Pilikuthtuwa caves
Haweriwela Ambalama (an open-sided wooden pavilion, which was an ancient wayside rest)
What to wear
Trekking trousers
T-shirt / casual shirt
What to put in your backpack
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 | $60 | $50 |
Labugama Hike
Waterfalls & lush green hills…
This area of great beauty is also a place of historical importance. In 1875, the Prince of Wales was visiting the area and was so impressed with the quality of water that it is thought to have inspired the building of the Labugama reservoir.
Location : Thummodara
Distance from Colombo city : 42 km
| Length | 10 km |
| Level | Easy |
| Group size | 4 to 8 |
| Pick up point | Boardwalk restaurant car park, Waters Edge, Battaramulla – 07:00 |
| Drop off point | Pick up point – 16:00 |
| Inclusions | Trek guide / transport / lunch / water |
| Exclusions | Breakfast / transport to the pick up point |
Highlights
Waterfalls: Rumudu Ella / Elle Uda Ella & Sitawaka Wetlands Botanical Garden
What to wear
Walking shoes with a good grip and ankle support
Trekking trousers (convertible to shorts recommended)
T-shirt / casual shirt
What to put in your backpack
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 | $55 | $45 |