SRI LANKA
Sri Lanka’s best days out.
The 15 most popular hiking & trekking in Sri Lanka. The ones worth building a day around, with prices, run times and who runs them.
Guided sunrise or sunset hike up Pidurangala Rock near Sigiriya, with tuk-tuk pickup, local guide, and big panoramic views for $18.
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Night hike in Pidurangala near Sigiriya to spot rare lorises with an English naturalist guide, gear provided, and a money-back promise.
Climb Sigiriya Lion Rock and safari for elephant herds at Minneriya or Kaudulla, with hotel pickup and bottled water.
“It was a great day and Kumaran was great at showing us the nearby sights and attractions. We didn't get to see Minneriya national park on the day, so went to Kaudulla park instead which was still great, and he took good care on the trip!”
Private Ella Rock sunrise hike with tuk tuk pickup, English guide, summit photos, and a snack in about 4 hours.
“Great experience, can highly recommend. Siva was an amazing guide.”
Hike Sigiriya Lion Rock and ride a jeep safari in Minneriya or Kaudulla. Private pickup and park guide for a full 10 hours.
Ella Rock sunrise, morning, or afternoon hike with a private guide, hotel pickup in Uva Province, head torches, snacks, and views.
“Lovely sunrise hike with Sam! Much more than Ella’s rock - he took me to a waterfall, beautiful view points, and told me about local life and farming!”
Tuk-tuk safari from Ella to tea fields, Lipton Seat viewpoint, and the Dambatenne Tea Factory. Picnic lunch and factory insights.
“Excellent experience despite heavy rain. Our guide did a wonderful job working around the cloud cover and rain, to create an interesting and fun tour”
Sunrise hike to Ella Rock with hotel pickup, torch and water, guided trek through tea country, and panoramic Ella Valley views.
“Amazing sunrise hike to Ella Rock! The experience was well organized and the view at the top was absolutely stunning. A special thanks to our guide Nuwan Indika, who was very kind, professional, and attentive throughout the hike. Highly recommended! 🌄✨”
Sunrise hike in Ella, Nine Arches Bridge and the Demodara rail loop, tea fields, a waterfall stop, lunch, and a Buddhist temple.
“We booked the best of Ella tour with Travelling thrills and I can say without a doubt the tour was the highlight of our holiday. I would 1000% recommend anyone visiting Sri Lanka to book with Hashan and his team. The tour was well thougRead more”
Private night hike to Adams Peak from Kandy with A/C transfer, sunrise summit, English guide, and breakfast; cold but worth it.
“The entire experience was smooth and totally enjoyable. Got picked up from Kandy at 10pm by the driver ShafeerAhmed. Totally professional and safe. Fr be took 3hrs to base of Sr Pada. Felt very safe with Safeer’s driving and had a good nap. Was met by Priyanth my guide at the start of the trek…”
Private 6-hour Sigiriya climb and Minneriya elephant safari with hotel pickup, 4x4 jeep rides, optional audio guide, and great views.
Trek Sri Lanka’s Knuckles Spice Trail from Kandy: tea and spice forests, waterfall swim, terrace rice fields, village lunch, and views.
“C’était une journée inoubliable au milieu d’un décor époustouflant… notre guide Ashoke était vraiment génial ! Le trek s’est terminé par un succulent repas dans une famille. Merci encore !”
Private Ella hike to Little Adam’s Peak and Nine Arches Bridge with a guide, tea views, and pickup. 5 hours from $35.
“The guide was very friendly, knowledgeable and patient. I had a great time even though it was a little challenging at times.”
Sunrise hike from your Ella hotel to Little Adam’s Peak through tea trails for panoramic Ella Valley views, with guide and torch included.
“We did not get water and the guide did not speak English. We could have just got a Tuktuk to drive us there as the hiking route was very easy to follow. The view was great. Nice to be picked up at the hotel.”
Trek Sri Lanka’s Knuckles Range with guide Sumeda, picnic lunch, and a stop at Jodu Ella Falls near Kandy.
“Sumeda, a companion on our adventure and not just a tour guide. His passion for his work, his in-depth knowledge of the area, and his attention and sensitivity towards us participants transformed a pleasant day immersed in the lush naturRead more”
The cultural triangle, the hill country, the wildlife parks and the south coast, all on one island.
