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Hiking Tour for Adventurous Backpackers

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Special Tour 5 Days
Deniyaya, Sri Lanka Incredible Ella, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya - Cool Climate

5 Days 4 nights nature hiking tour to Sinharaja, Ella, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, and Negombo. Amazing cool climate, nature, waterfalls, countryside, and a lot more. This tour bundle with Sinharaja Rain-forest trail, Ella waterfall, Kandy city tour, Knuckles, Horton Plains, World’s End and Nuwara Eliya city tour. If you looking for a holiday with the ultimate hiking experience, this is your chance to experience a wonderful hiking tour in Sri Lanka together with a bunch of more exciting attractions. You will be able to visit Sinharaja rain-forest one of the most famous rain-forest in Asia and Kandy city which is one of the most famous tourist attractions in Sri Lanka. Hill country hiking is a unique experience due to the un-touched nature wonders in those mountains with cool weather.

All hotels are standard hotels with BB basis. This includes hotel room and breakfast per day. All our hotels are well recognized and popular Budget hotels and we always provide you the best hotels.


DEPARTURE/RETURN LOCATION
Bandaranayaka International Airport (Google Map)

DEPARTURE TIME
Please arrive at least 2 hours before the flight.

INCLUDED
  • Services of a licensed an English speaking chauffeur guide/ guide.
  • Meals mentioned in the program
  • Admission fees and activities at places mentioned in the itinerary
  • Accommodation at a deluxe property
  • Applicable government taxes

NOT INCLUDED
  • Transfer from other destinations to start the tour
  • Meals on halfboard basis
  • Optional tours
  • Drinks during meals
  • Admission fees or activities not mentioned in our itinerary
  • Personal expenses, such as phone calls, laundry, souvenirs etc., tipping at restaurants, drivers and guide (at client’s discretion)
  • Personal travel insurance.

 

 

Day 1: Deniyaya

Deniyaya, sinharaja forest reserve

 

Sinharaja Rain-Forest (10 km): Sinharaja rain forest situated 120km south-east of Colombo. Is the last extensive stretch of virgin rain forest on the island. Over 11000 hectares, lying across the wet zone at the southern edge of the hill country, Singaraja is an ecological treasure trove. Its staggering array of flora and fauna place among the top biodiversity hot spot in the world. Over 130 bird species are found here including many of the 33 species endemic to Srilanka. Sinharaja also homes to the elusive leopard, purple-faced langur monkeys, and the giant squirrel. It is preferable to explore Sinharaja on foot which makes for a truly authentic jungle experience. Sinharaja is the seventh UNESCO world heritage site in Srilanka.

Thanamalwila – Ella road sight seen : On the way to Nuwara Eliya, you will be able to enjoy the view of a breathtaking a view of the roadside of Thanamalwila – Ella road.

Relax by Waterfall : Relax by waterfall for the rest of the day

Day 2: Ella

little adams peak hike

Little Adam’s peak – Little Adams Peak whether considering the word ‘Little’,it is named after the sacred Adams Peak (Sri Pada –where the footprint of Lord Buddha is preserved) regarding the similarity between the two mountains. Therefore the mountain was called as Little Adams Peak. “Punchi Sri Pada” is another name for this peak. It is 1141 m in height. Little Adam’s Peak attracts many travelers who come to Sri Lanka. Gradually with an easy hike up to the mountain of Little Adams Peak, you can consummation a worth panoramic view. You have to walk through lush green tea plantations, waterfalls and paddy fields while enjoying the sceneries.

Nine Arch Bridge, Ella

Nine Arch bridge: This viaduct was built at Gotuwala between the two railway stations – Ella and Demodara during the British Colonial period are the largest in Sri Lanka. Located almost 3100 feet above the sea level, this 99.6ft high bridge is called “Ahas namaye palama” (Nine skies bridge) in Sinhala. When one stands underneath it and looks up there is a beautiful sight of ‘nine skies’ through the nine arches, hence the Sinhala name. This bridge is also called ‘The Bridge in the sky’ due to the sheer hight.

Day 3: Nuwara Eliya

horton plains national park trekking

 

Hiking Horton Plains  : Horton Plains is the highest plateau or tableland in Sri Lanka. its elevation ranges between 1800m and 3300m. On the north-eastern side of the plains is seen Totupalakanda [2358m] and on its southwestern side Kirigalpotha [2398m]. This forest grassland echo system was first recognized for its outstanding beauty by the British in the 1820’s and they named it after Sir Robert Wilmot Horton, the governor of Sri Lanka. One of the most fascinating and characteristic features of this beautiful landscape is its rolling hills. The forest is about 75% and the grassland about 25% of the reserve.

Worlds End  : The trail to world’s end is about 10km up and down. The time required to walk the trail leisurely is about 3 hours. May you enjoy the beauty and peace of the plains, learn at least a little about it and make active contribution maintain it for future generations. Declared wold heritage site in Sri Lanka by UNESCO.

Day 4: Kandy

temple of the sacred tooth relic

Temple of Tooth Relic: You will be visiting Buddhist’s one of the most sacred places “Sri Dalada Maligawa” also called “Temple of Tooth Relic”, in heart of the Kandy city. The sacred tooth relic of Lord Buddha was enshrined in here. It shows the Sri Lankan Buddhist culture. Even more, there are the museum and other many historical things to look at. As this is a very sacred place for Buddhists, no shorts and low cut dresses, tops are allowed. You have to wear clothes that cover your legs and your shoulders and remove your shoes.

Kandy City Tour: Kandy City Tour will cover tourist attractions in the Kandy City. Also, there will be a chance to visit Kandy City Center where it has lots of shops where you can buy different locally made things like souvenirs and batik clothes.

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