Colombo Trip Overview
Ella is now becoming one of the most famous yet laid back tourist destination in Sri Lanka. Its natural scenic beauty along with the archaeological sites and historical folklore make this destination on if the most and must Visit destinations in Sri Lanka. Don’t be too laid-back though; definitely make time for easygoing walks through tea plantations to temples, waterfalls and viewpoints. After building up a hiking-inspired appetite, look forward to Sri Lanka’s best home-cooked food and a reviving cuppa.
• Enjoy personalized attention on a private tour
• Hassle-free hotel pickup and drop-offs
• Travel comfortably in an air-conditioned vehicle with a travel guide driver
Additional Info
Duration: 2 days
Starts: Colombo, Sri Lanka
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Colombo, Western Province, Sri Lanka
Ella is now becoming one of the most famous yet laid back tourist destination in Sri Lanka. Its natural scenic beauty along with the archaeological sites and historical folklore make this destination on if the most and must Visit destinations in Sri Lanka. Don’t be too laid-back though; definitely make time for easygoing walks through tea plantations to temples, waterfalls and viewpoints. After building up a hiking-inspired appetite, look forward to Sri Lanka’s best home-cooked food and a reviving cuppa.
• Enjoy personalized attention on a private tour
• Hassle-free hotel pickup and drop-offs
• Travel comfortably in an air-conditioned vehicle with a travel guide driver
Itinerary
Day 1: Negombo/Colombo – Ella
Stop At: Uva Halpewatte Tea Factory, Badulla Road, Hela Halpe, Ella, Sri Lanka 90090, Sri Lanka
Located at a short distance from the Halpe Temple en route to Badulla is where you will encounter the bustling Uva Halpewatte Tea Factory which is 1,230 meters above sea level. Ideally suited for experiencing the very best that a tea tour in Sri Lanka has to offer, visitors to the factory will be met with a number of activities to do. From meandering through lush, green tea gardens to finally savouring your own ‘cuppa’, one is sure to have plenty to talk of coming to the conclusion of one’s journey.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Nine Arches Bridge, Ella Sri Lanka
Train tours in the highlands of Sri Lanka, is rated as one of the best train tours in the worldThe majestic Nine Arch Bridge is one of the many reasons for that. The glorious Nine Arch Bridge between Ella and Demodara station is one of the engineering marvels in the early 20th century.
This bridge, which is almost 100 years old, has been built with blocks of stone and cement without any strengthening iron or concrete. The giant arches take the bridge on a curved path to link to mountains. The Bridge was commissioned in 1921 under the British Government.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Little Adam’s Peak, Passara Road, Ella 90090 Sri Lanka
We recommend this as a must do in Ella with full ratings; you would absolutely love the experience. Some calls it Punchi Siri Pada, Small Adams Peak, and Little Adams Peak.It is 1141 m in height and from the entrance it takes up to 30-45 min for the hike. Views from the summit are incredible. 360 degrees panoramic views with clouds rolling in, is a treat to watch for any traveler.Hike itself is a worthy experience as you walk through lush green tea estates, talking to locals who are plucking and collecting tea leaves, working in the estate.We recommend you go early mornings or late evenings for the best views and it will be less tiring.
Duration: 2 hours
Meals included:
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight Stay in a 3 Star Hotel In Ella
Day 2: Ella – Negombo/Colombo
Stop At: Flying Ravana Mega Zipline, 98 Adventures (Pvt) Ltd, Little Adams Peak Uva Greenland Estate, Ella – Passara Rd, Ella 90090, Sri Lanka
Flying Ravana is Sri Lanka’s first ever zip-line, located amidst the luscious green estates of Ella. The two-wire zip-line stretches for more than half a kilometre, slides at 80kmph and offers a bird’s-eye view of the beautiful hills of the island. It is exclusively designed for adventure enthusiasts and adrenaline junkies who prefer a not so ordinary hillside experience.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Ravana’s Cave, Wellawaya road Nature Exploration and conservation Society ,#37/2,kekunahena,opatha,Galle, Ella 90090 Sri Lanka
Ravana Cave also known as Demon Cave is a cave which has a mythological significance of this hill destination.According to the legend, it is said that Ravana, who was the king of Sri Lanka at the time had kidnapped Queen Sita, and had hidden her in the caves behind the Ravana Falls, known as Ravana’s Cave. The cave is a very cool place and the views are mesmerizing and there is a small tea spot when climbing up to it. It is believed that this cave is the starting point for a network of underground caves.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Ravana Ella Falls, Ella-Wellawaya Road, Ella 90090 Sri Lanka
Ravana Falls is another must visit in Ella. Hill country of Sri Lanka is quite popular for beautiful waterfalls and Ravana Falls is right at the top. The falls are quite impressive, and you can climb over some of the rocks to get a closer look. If you love water and want to have some splash time, enjoying some hours in the water fall, then this is the place in Ella. It currently ranks as one of the widest falls in the country. This waterfall measures approximately 25 m (82 ft) in high and cascade from an oval-shaped concave rock outcrop. During the local wet season, the waterfall turns into what is said to resemble an areca flower with withering petals.
Duration: 2 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
No accommodation included on this day.
