Hike to Devil's Staircase

Kandy, Sri Lanka
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Duration10h
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LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

This tour offers you the opportunity to hike on one of the most famous hiking and jeep trails in Sri Lanka, ‘The Devil’s Staircase’. This rather ominous-sounding trail is one of the toughest in the country and is attempted only by the most experienced hikers.

A harsh 15km trail from Bambarakanda Rest, near the Bambarakanda Falls, to Ohiya near the Horton Plains. All hikes start at 7:30 m. Enjoy lunch on the trail. You will be spending approximately 7 hours of solid hiking over rough terrain in the hills. Get to see Bambarakanda Waterfalls, the tallest waterfall of Sri Lanka, and the ‘V cut’ a narrow pass which pierces through a hill. This tour is recommended from January to March, but also available from June to August.

What's included

  • Support staff fee for guide, helper(s), driver and qualified first aid officer
  • Lunch
  • Refreshments with energy slabs
  • First aid with the qualified officer
  • Back up vehicle for emergency transport
  • Hotel pickup and drop off
  • Any transportation up to the trail head at Bambarakanda
  • Any additional beverages or food
  • Gratuities

What to expect

You will be starting your tour at 7:30am at the Bambarakanda trail head with a short description about the hike and route. You will start on the trail at 7:45am.

The trail will pass by abandoned estates, beautiful rolling hills covered in fields of green tea, bubbling streams and at least one waterfall.
Bambarakanda Waterfalls is the tallest in Sri Lanka, falling down a height of 263m. In addition to these, you will also come across some awe-striking views as you hike along the broken roads, and barely visible trails.
The entire hike is 15 km long, and you will be having a rest stop every 1.5 km with refreshments.
As safety is a priority in these hikes, emergency transport vehicle will also accompany you to deal with any unexpected situations.

Your hike will be approximately 7 hours long without including the rest stops and breaks. However with the times spent on the various breaks, you will be reaching the Ohiya by 5:30pm completing the hike within 10 hours.

  1. Bambarakanda Falls

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
End point
Pickup details

Departure Point: Bambarakanda trail head (address in voucher)

Address: Bambarakanda trail head: Kalupahana Junction - Ohiya Rd

Return point: Ohiya Village

Additional information

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Personal effects for warm/windy/rainy conditions should be carried by clients
  • The experienced and well-trained guide would take every precaution to ensure the safety and well being of all guests on tour as your safety is our prime concern.
  • Subject to favorable weather conditions
  • Minimum age is 12 years

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