Overview
Day 1 - Negombo
• Arrive at Bandaranaike International Airport with warm Sri Lankan hospitality
• Your LF Lanka Tours Tours representative and chauffeur guide will welcome you
• Private transfer to the coastal town of Negombo
• Complete hotel check-in and settle into your accommodation
• Take time to relax and prepare yourself for the walking adventure ahead
• Enjoy the serene beach atmosphere of Negombo
• Overnight stay in this charming coastal town
Arrival:
- Airport arrival scene
- Negombo coastal views
Day 2 - Kitulgala
• After a restful sleep, begin the real adventure today
• Leave the western foothills and head to Kitulgala
• This laid-back village is nestled just 95km away from Colombo
• Famous as a hub of exciting water sport activities and a nature paradise
• Features tropical rainforests, jungle-clad mountains, and rubber plantations
• These landscapes create ideal trail opportunities
• The popular Kelani River offers a range of fun excursions:
• Abseiling down cascading waterfalls
• Swerving through rapids on white-water rafting adventures
• Get your adrenaline pumping with exciting rafting on grade 3 rapids
• Overnight stay in adventurous Kitulgala
Adventure Start:
- White water rafting on Kelani River
- Kitulgala rainforest surroundings
Day 3 - Adam's Peak (Part 1 - Trek to Base)
• Rise early this morning to begin today's walking journey
• Cross the Kelani River with a scenic catamaran ride
• Proceed to visit Laxapana – the 8th highest waterfall in Sri Lanka
• Trails lead up to the Seven Maidens Mountains
• Path passes through green tea estates and gravel roads
• Reach Laxapana waterfall and stop for a snack
• Walking distance today: 18 kilometers (approximately 11 miles)
• During the break, witness and capture the fantastic view of water rushing down the cliff
• Afterwards, travel by vehicle to Dalhousie or Nallathanniya
• This small village is located in Nuwara Eliya district
• Check into Slightly Chilled Yellow House – ideal base for climbing Adam's Peak
• Have an early sleep and prepare for the all-night climb
Base Preparation:
- Dalhousie village accommodations
- Views leading to Adam's Peak
Day 4 - Adam's Peak (Part 2 - Summit Climb)
• Set off shortly after midnight for the ascent of Adam's Peak (Sri Pada)
• The climb is not for the faint-hearted – steep steps lead to the summit
• Hike allows you to reach the top in time for dawn
• Sunrise offers the best odds of seeing extraordinary views free from clouds
• Also a chance to glimpse the peak's enigmatic triangular shadow
• Adam's Peak is where a sacred footprint is enshrined on the summit
• Revered by multiple religions as Lord Buddha's footprint
• Takes roughly 2.5 to 3 hours to reach the summit
• Walking distance tonight: 12 kilometers (approximately 7.5 miles)
• The pilgrimage season runs from December through May
• Descend from Adam's Peak early morning after sunrise
• Spend the second night at Dalhousie at a leisurely pace
• Enjoy great views of Adam's Peak from below
• Spot species of birds and colorful butterflies
• Explore Dalhousie's rural village during your stay
• Overnight stay in the Dalhousie region
Summit Experience:
- Adam's Peak sunrise view
- Mountain scenery around Dalhousie
Day 5 - Koslanda
• Enjoy a late breakfast after your restful overnight sleep
• Travel by vehicle to visit Lipton's Seat lookout
• The hike starting point is Dambetenna Tea Estate
• Join the hike which takes approximately 2.5 hours
• Walking distance today: 16 kilometers (approximately 10 miles)
• The trail ends at Lipton's Seat – one of Sri Lanka's most striking viewpoints
• Scottish tea mogul Sir Thomas Lipton used to survey his flourishing empire from here
• The story behind this lovely place is named after him
• Climb down through the Nayabeddha estate – another spectacular viewpoint
• Along the descent, visit Dambatenne Tea Factory
• This is the longest tea factory in Sri Lanka
• Gain an educational experience on the tea manufacturing process
• Sip on your own freshly brewed cup of Ceylon tea
• Stroll through splendid tea plantations to end the day perfectly
• Overnight stay in the Koslanda region
Tea Country Walk:
- Tea plantation landscapes
- Dambatenne Tea Factory visit
Day 6 - Nuwara Eliya (Part 1 - Bambarakanda Falls)
• Savor a delectable local breakfast to start your day
• Move to visit Bambarakanda Waterfall – the tallest waterfall in Sri Lanka
• Hike through beautiful tea estates, rural villages, and breathtaking sceneries
• Bambarakanda is absolutely a hidden gem in the country, located in isolation
• The waterfall plunges dramatically through a narrow cleft in the rocks
• Walking distance today: 14 kilometers (approximately 8.7 miles)
• Take a refreshing swim in the natural pool at the base of the fall
• This offers a unique experience in the middle of nowhere
• Later, you will be picked up from this charming spot
• Transferred to Nuwara Eliya where you will stay the next three nights
• Nuwara Eliya is home to interesting highlights and colonial charm
• Take in the splendid scenery of this distinctly English-style city
• Colonials used to escape here when it was too hot on the coastal plains
• Check into your Nuwara Eliya accommodation
• Overnight stay in the misty highlands
Waterfall Trek:
- Nuwara Eliya landscapes
- Gregory Lake and hill country views
Day 7 - Nuwara Eliya (Part 2 - Idalgashinna & Horton Plains)
• Spend the second day in Nuwara Eliya with a mind-blowing trek
• Start from the hamlet of Idalgashinna
• Trail follows the railway track from Idalgashinna station
• This is often deemed the most picturesque railway station in Sri Lanka
• Walking distance today: 15 kilometers (approximately 9.3 miles)
• During the trail, visit Needwood Tea Plantation
• Explore Kotugodella Fort – an abandoned fortress believed to be Portuguese
• Witness endless green hills with scattered buildings peeking through greenery
• Afterwards, go on a fairly easy hike in Horton Plains National Park
• The park comprises montane grassland and cloud forest ecosystems
• Horton Plains is renowned as a 'biodiversity hotspot'
• Home to many endemic species of flora and fauna
• Roam around freely exploring the beauty of the surroundings
• The only sounds to hear are wind and birds singing
• Discover Baker's Falls – a 20-meter high cascading waterfall
• Visit 'World's End' – a dramatic cliff with an 870-meter sheer drop
• Spot wildlife such as Sambar Deer and Sri Lanka Junglefowl
• Be amazed by stunning vistas of the hill country from the cliff
• Remember to wrap yourself up warm before visiting – it gets chilly up there
• Return to Nuwara Eliya for overnight stay
Highland Trek:
- Horton Plains landscapes
- World's End cliff viewpoint
Day 8 - Nuwara Eliya (Part 3 - Single Tree Hill)
• On the third day, join a gentle walk to Single Tree Hill
• This is the best vantage point to observe the beauty of Nuwara Eliya
• Walk through scenic tea plantations en route to the summit
• Walking distance today: 10+ kilometers (approximately 6+ miles)
• Reach the top where you'll find a beautiful lone tree
• Also discover a magnificent temple at the summit
• Enjoy panoramic views over the surrounding hills and valleys
• Late evening, dine by the beautiful Gregory Lake
• Watch the sunset colors reflect on the water
• Return to your Nuwara Eliya hotel
• Overnight stay in the hill country
Vantage Point:
- Single Tree Hill view
- Gregory Lake evening dining
Day 9 - Kandy
• Enjoy a mouth-watering breakfast at your Nuwara Eliya hotel
• Leave to catch the iconic train to Kandy
• Hop on board to enjoy a magical railway journey
• Pass through stunning views including:
• Rolling green hills covered in tea
• Misty blue mountains in the distance
• Small vegetable crops and family farms
• Beautifully cascaded waterfalls along the route
• Arrive in the royal city of Kandy
• Spend the rest of the day relaxing at a hotel
• Choose accommodation that offers true taste of Sri Lankan living style
• Overnight stay in Kandy
Scenic Train:
- Kandy Temple of the Tooth Relic
- Train journey through hill country
Day 10 - Rangala (Part 1 - Arrival & Evening Walk)
• Check out from your Kandy hotel after breakfast
• Travel to the Knuckles Mountain Range – your stop for the next three days
• Check into Rangala House, a converted tea planter's bungalow
• Located on the edge of the Knuckles range for perfect access
• Relaxing atmosphere with comfortable rooms and colonial charm
• This charming setting opens doors to many tracks and paths
• Grab the opportunity for an evening walk:
• Through tea gardens and woodlands
• Past cardamom groves
• Viewing mind-blowing scenery as the sun sets
• Overnight stay at Rangala House
Bungalow Retreat:
- Rangala House accommodations
- Evening views over tea plantations
Day 11 - Rangala (Part 2 - Knuckles Exploration)
• Explore the spot of unparalleled natural beauty – Knuckles Mountain Range
• This UNESCO World Heritage Site offers plenty of adventure opportunities:
• Jungle treks through pristine forest
• Mountain climbing to various peaks
• Waterfall hunting in hidden valleys
• Remote village expeditions
• Night camping under the stars
• The Knuckles Range consists of five main mountain peaks
• So-called because its appearance resembles knuckles in a clenched fist
• The range holds a significant portion of the island's biodiversity
• You will find flora and fauna found nowhere else on the planet
• Trek passing through:
• Traversing tea plantations on steep slopes
• Refreshing watercourses and streams
• Dense forests with endemic species
• Terraced paddy fields in remote valleys
• Finally reach a summit for panoramic unobstructed views
• All trails proceed with our experienced naturalist guide
• He is waiting to share his knowledge about every twist and turn
• Return to Rangala House for overnight stay
Mountain Exploration:
- Coconut Escape resort surroundings
- Knuckles Mountain Range vistas
Day 12 - Rangala (Part 3 - Further Exploration)
• Continue your exploration of the magnificent Knuckles Mountain Range
• Choose from various walking options based on your energy level
• Possibilities include:
• Waterfall trekking to hidden cascades
• Bird watching for endemic species
• Photographic walks through scenic landscapes
• Less strenuous walks through tea estates
• Learn about the unique ecology of this mountain range
• Spot endemic birds including the Knuckles Whistling Thrush
• Discover rare montane flora species
• Enjoy the cool, fresh mountain air
• Return to Rangala House for your final night
• Reflect on your mountain adventures
• Overnight stay at this charming tea planter's bungalow
Continued Exploration:
- Knuckles Mountain Range trails
- Tea plantation and mountain views
Day 13 -Negombo
• After a restful sleep in the hill capital, check out from Rangala House
• Head toward Negombo for your final night's stay on the island
• Journey through scenic lowland landscapes
• Peaceful environment surrounded by greenery
• Spend your time leisurely or reflecting on your walking journey through Ceylon
• Perhaps enjoy a spa treatment or swim in the pool
• Overnight stay in the Negombo region
Final Night:
- Negombo beach area
Day 14 - Airport
• This is your last day on this paradise island
• Following a scrumptious breakfast at the hotel
• You will be safely driven to Bandaranaike International Airport
• Allow ample time for check-in and security procedures
• Board your flight home with wonderful memories
• We at LF Lanka Tours Tours can tailor this walking journey according to your exact preferences
• Feel free to get in touch with our travel consultants for modifications
• End of your walking adventure in Sri Lanka
Departure:
- Airport farewell
- End of walking tour
