Hiking in Horton Plains National Park from Ella

Ella, Sri Lanka
Duration9h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

Horton Plains in Sri Lanka is the coldest and windiest location in the country covered by wild grasslands and interspersed with patches of thick forest, rocky outcrops, filigree waterfalls and misty lakes.

What's included

  • First aid with qualified first aid officer
  • Lunch
  • Refreshments with energy slabs
  • Hotel pickup and drop off
  • Any additional beverages or food
  • Gratuities
  • Entrance Fee

What to expect

You will be starting your hike from Ella at 7:30am. After a short presentation on the hike and safety procedures by your hiking guide, you will be leaving the starting point at 7:45am.
Your 14km hike will be taking you along the Non Pareil Road to the Non Pareil Tea Estate.Horton Plains in Sri Lanka is the coldest and windiest location in the country covered by wild grasslands and interspersed with patches of thick forest, rocky outcrops, filigree waterfalls and misty lakes.
The surprising diversity of the landscape is matched by the wide variety of wildlife. The world’s end is a sheer cliff, with a drop of about 4,000 feet (1,200 m).
It is one of the most visited parts of Horton Plains National Park, and a key tourist attraction place in Sri Lanka.Large mammals could seldom be seen at Horton Plains. Samber is common sight at dusk and in the early morning hours.
You will get back to the trail head where you started by 5pm, completing the hike.

  1. Ella

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
End point

Additional information

  • 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

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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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