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Hiking Tours Sri Lanka

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16 Days 15 Nights

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Hiking Tours in Sri Lanka: Explore the Island’s Stunning Natural Beauty on Foot

Sri Lanka is home to some of the most breathtaking natural scenery in the world, and a hiking tour is the perfect way to experience it. From lush forests and rolling hills, to towering mountains and sparkling waterfalls, there is no shortage of breathtaking landscapes to explore on a hiking tour in Sri Lanka.

A typical hiking tour in Sri Lanka begins with a visit to one of the country’s many national parks, such as Sinharaja Forest Reserve or Horton Plains National Park. Here, you can explore the lush forests on foot, spotting wildlife and taking in the breathtaking scenery along the way.

For those looking for a more challenging hike, a visit to one of Sri Lanka’s many mountain ranges, such as Adam’s Peak or Knuckles Mountain Range, is a must. These towering peaks offer breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape, and are a popular destination for hikers of all levels.

In addition to its stunning natural scenery, a hiking tour in Sri Lanka also offers the opportunity to experience the country’s rich culture and history. Many of Sri Lanka’s hiking trails lead to ancient temples, ruins, and monuments, offering a glimpse into the island’s rich heritage.

Whether you’re an experienced hiker or just looking to enjoy some fresh air and exercise, a hiking tour in Sri Lanka is the perfect choice. With its stunning natural beauty, rich history and culture, and friendly locals, a hiking tour in Sri Lanka is an unforgettable adventure. Book your tour today and get ready to explore Sri Lanka on foot!

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Day 01 - Airport to Negombo
Day 01 - Airport to Negombo

Arrival, Welcome by a representative of Lanka Tour Host and transfer to the Hotel in Negombo – “The Little Rome”
Relax
Overnight stay at the Hotel in Negombo

Day 02 - Negombo to Pinnawala
Day 02 - Negombo to Pinnawala

After Breakfast leave for Pinnawala.
En-route visit Salgala Monastery located in a low country rain forest. Climb up to the summit as the final stage after a lot of hiking around to see the meditating monks in their individual abodes.
Visit the Elephant Orphanage to see the world's largest herd of domestic elephants including babies who are still being fed by bottle thrice a day.
Overnight stay at the Hotel in Pinnawala

Day 03 - Pinnawala to Anuradhapura
Day 03 - Pinnawala to Anuradhapura

Anuradhapura - Let us explore some of ancient Sri Lanka's rich cultural past with a visit to the city of Anuradhapura. The city of Anuradhapura was built in the 4th Century BE and not only was it the first capital of ancient Sri Lanka but also the greatest, most important, and extensive of Sri Lanka's ancient cities. The monuments and ruins stand testimony to the rich cultural heritage with stupendous sculptures and giant statues of Lord Buddha carved in and around the buildings along with many other sculptures depicting various court scenes, people and animals like the giant seven hooded cobra with flared hood as seen on the walls of the Jethavana Stupa.

Day 04 - Anuradhapura to Dambulla
Day 04 - Anuradhapura to Dambulla

After breakfast leave for Dambulla. En-route visit Namal Uyana – considered being the largest single collection of Ironwood trees in Asia, trekking up to the summit of the Rose Quartz Mountain.
Also, visit Sigiriya.
Climb the Rock Fortress of Sigiriya, a Royal Citadel for 20 years in the 5th Century AD built by King Kasyapa, contemporary with the paintings of Ajanta and Ellora Caves in India, highlights being the Frescoes, Mirror Wall, and the Lion's Paw, considered as the 8th Wonder of the modern world, thought to be equivalent to the "Alakamanda" - Celestial Palace of God Kuvera.
Overnight stay at the Hotel in Dambulla

Day 05 - Dambulla to Kandy
Day 05 - Dambulla to Kandy

After breakfast leave for Kandy - “The Hill Capital” Visit Dambulla Cave Temple considered to be the largest painted cave in the world with more than 22,000sq ft. painted surfaces with many paintings, sculptures, statues of Lord Buddha, his disciples, Kings, Gods, etc.
Walk into a Spice Garden and take part in a conducted tour to get some knowledge about the growth and use of spices in the day to day life.
In a Batik Making Factory, see how beautifully the village girls turn out beautiful colored cloths for different purposes with colorful designs.
Undertake a City Tour including -the Upper Lake Drive - a place where one could have a bird's eye view of the city below, the Royal Botanical Gardens - one of the best of its kind in Asia with more than 5000 species of different varieties of flora which incidentally was the Headquarters of Lord Louise Mountbatten - the Supreme Commander of the Allied Forces during the 2nd World War, a Gem Museum - to see how the valuable gems that you see on a shop shelf are turned out from a raw stone with the background history.
In the evening watch a Cultural Performance by traditional Kandyan Dancers and Drummers including the devotional "Fire Walking" and walk across in the star-lit night to the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic of Buddha –By far the most important place of worship for the Buddhist world over.
Overnight stay at the Hotel in Kandy

Day 06 - Kandy to Adam's peak
Day 06 - Kandy to Adam's peak

After Breakfast leave for Adam’s Peak.
En-route visit a Tea Factory and a Plantation to witness the manufacturing process of world-famous "Ceylon Tea" and to taste a pure unblended cup of factory fresh tea before being sent to the Tea Auctions in Colombo leading to Export

Day 07 - Adam's peak to Nuwaraeliya
Day 07 - Adam's peak to Nuwaraeliya

Early morning around 2.00am start the trek to the top of the Peak - (Adam's Peak is the Holy Mountain in Sri Lanka on top of which there is a footprint which is worshipped by people of all faiths. Thousands of pilgrims go up during the season from the full moon day in December until the full moon day in May. Out of the season it is really interesting.) 4 - 5 hours Reach the summit.
Enjoy the ascend to reach the summit of the Holy Mountain. Witness the spectacular "Sun Rise" Start the descend - 3 - 4 hours
Refresh and transfer to Nuwara Eliya - "Little England" through the Hill Country surrounded by "Green Carpets"- hills covered with Tea and cascading Water Falls amidst breathtakingly beautiful landscapes.
Engage in Sightseeing in the city- the important places being the Victoria Park, Gregory Lake, Golf Course and Market etc.

Day 08 - Nuwaraeliya to Belohuloya
Day 08 - Nuwaraeliya to Belohuloya

After breakfast leave for Belihuloya. En-route visit Horton Plains - a part of the newly declared World Heritage Site of Central Highland of Sri Lanka, which is the island’s most isolated plateau situated 1860 meters above sea level
Start hiking to visit the World’s End – a sheer drop of 1,050 meters, lucky if you can have a clear vision and proceed to visit the Baker’s Water Falls, named after the person who discovered it.

Day 09 - Belihuloya to Kudaoya
Day 09 - Belihuloya to Kudaoya

After breakfast leave for Kuda Oya.
En-route visit Udawalawe National Park and Undertake a Jeep Safari at the Park mainly to see wild elephants.
Also, visit the Elephant Transit Home

Day 10 - Kudaoya
Day 10 - Kudaoya

After breakfast engages in a bicycle ride around the village to enjoy the surrounding.
Relax

Day 11 - Kudaoya to Passara
Day 11 - Kudaoya to Passara

After breakfast leave for Buduruwagala Temple.
Buduruwagala is an ancient Buddhist temple in Sri Lanka. The complex consists of seven statues and belongs to the Mahayana school of thought. The statues date back to the 10th century. The gigantic Buddha statue still bears traces of its original stuccoed robe and a long streak of orange suggests it was once brightly painted.
Also visit Yudaganawa Temple Complex which is now known to be one of the largest Stupas ever made in Sri Lanka. Proceed to Passara

Day 12 - Passara to Kohonwala
Day 12 - Passara to Kohonwala

After breakfast hike to Kohonawala, an extremely remote village in the Namunukula Valley where still transport of goods is made through caravans.
Enjoy nature at its best

Day 13 - Kohonwala to Ella
Day 13 - Kohonwala to Ella

After breakfast leave for Ella via Badulla
En-route visit places of interest

Day 14 - Ella to Colombo by Train
Day 14 - Ella to Colombo by Train

After breakfast leave for Colombo by train.
Pick up from the Colombo Fort Railway Station and transfer to Hotel in Colombo

Day 15 - Colombo City Tour
Day 15 - Colombo City Tour

After breakfast visit Colombo City tour and Shopping

Day 16 - Safe Journey
Day 16 - Safe Journey

Transfer to Airport

  • 15 nights Accommodations with Dinner & Breakfast
  • Ac Comfortable new car with English speaking Chauffeur/Guide
  • 02 Bottled of drinking water per person per day
  • Entrance Fees and Jeep Charges
  • Personal Expenses
  • Tips & Donations

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