Guided Hike to The Devil’s Staircase

A chance to See The Bambarakanda Waterfalls. An Exclusive Visit to The ‘V Cut’. Photography Sessions. First Aid and Emergency Vehicle Backup. Experienced Hiking Guide.

The track through the Devils Staircase is one of the most popular hiking and jeep tracks in the
hills of Sri Lanka. The difficulty levels and the spectacular view of the green mountains of Sri
Lanka has made this a hikers paradise but only the most ardent hikers will undertake this 19 km
hike.
Generally hikers choose the Bambarakanda Rest near Bambarakanda Ella Falls as the starting
point to the journey if they wish to start the journey from this end or can start the hike from
Ohiya end also. This trail goes over old dilapidated estate roads through many estates. This trail
ends on the Ohiya – Horton Plains road around the halfway distance from Ohiya Railway Station
to the Horton Plains Entrance.

There are no markers along the route, therefore it’s advised to use a guide if attempting the
journey for the first time. The route has number of folks and they could easily divert you from
the original path. The trail is 19 km long from Bambarakanda and would take approximately 7
hours to complete the hike.
The two most popular points on the route is the “V cut”, a channel cut through the hill to allow
the road to pass through. You will come across this after entering the Udaveriya estate.
Passing this, the road will go across a stream which creates the tallest fall in the country, the
Bambarakanda Falls.

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

• Guided Hike to The Devil’s Staircase
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• Support staff fee for guide, helper(s), driver and qualified first aid officer.
• Back up vehicle for emergency transport.
• First aid with the qualified officer.
• Refreshments with energy slabs.
• Lunch.

• Hotel pickup and drop off.
• Any transportation up to the trail head at Bambarakanda.
• Any additional beverages or food.
• Gratuities.

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• This Tour is Provided by Travceylon Leisure.
• Tour Timezone & Starts at Asia/Colombo.
• Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
• For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
• Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
• Maximum 8 Travelers is accepted for booking.