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Ella in Sri Lanka is a sightseers dream. There are a lot of points of interest to visit in Ella and 2 days in Ella can give a visitor plenty of stuff to go see. Explore the beauty of Ella on this 2 days tour with a local guide. Hike to take in views of Ella’s Rock and Little Adam’s Peak, and admire the Nine Arch Bridge. Admire spectacular mountain scenery, and experience traditional Sri Lankan rural life as you discover the magic and charm of this beautiful region.
• Hassle free transportation
• Accommodation and all facilities included
• Discover the amazing sites of Ella Rock, Nine Arch Bridge, and Little Adam’s Peak
Additional Info
Duration: 2 days
Starts: Colombo, Sri Lanka
Trip Category: Multi-day & Extended Tours >> Multi-day Tours
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Ella in Sri Lanka is a sightseers dream. There are a lot of points of interest to visit in Ella and 2 days in Ella can give a visitor plenty of stuff to go see. Explore the beauty of Ella on this 2 days tour with a local guide. Hike to take in views of Ella’s Rock and Little Adam’s Peak, and admire the Nine Arch Bridge. Admire spectacular mountain scenery, and experience traditional Sri Lankan rural life as you discover the magic and charm of this beautiful region.
• Hassle free transportation
• Accommodation and all facilities included
• Discover the amazing sites of Ella Rock, Nine Arch Bridge, and Little Adam’s Peak
Itinerary
Day 1: Colombo – Ella
Stop At: Nine Arches Bridge, Ella Sri Lanka
The Nine Arch Bridge forms a viaduct between the Demodara and Ella Railway stations. The Bridge was commissioned in 1941, however the construction came to a halt during World War I, due to a shortage in the materials needed to pursue the build. The build was eventually continued using only bricks, rocks & cement- giving the entire bridge a unique and beautiful structure. The Nine Arch Bridge stands out from its agricultural, jungle background not only with it’s sheer height (24m) but through it’s beautiful orange, rustic stone colour. The bridge acts as a perfect contrast to the thick, green jungle that it is situated in, which is one of the many reasons tourists head to this spot, to appreciate it’s beauty amongst the landscape.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Ravana Ella Falls, Ella-Wellawaya Road, Ella 90090 Sri Lanka
The Ravana Falls actually forms part of the Ravana Ella Wildlife Sanctuary, thus the reason as to why it is untouched by any sort of development and teems with endemic species of flora and fauna. The waterfall is quite a short waterfall, just 82-feet high, however, it currently ranks as one of Sri Lanka’ widest waterfalls. During the wet season of the area, that is experienced at the beginning of the year, the cascade of the falls is believed to resemble an Areca flower with withering petals, making it all the more unique.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Little Adam’s Peak, Passara Road, Ella 90090 Sri Lanka
The little Adams peak got its name from its big brother which is the holy mountain Adam’s peak where the footprint of Lord Buddha is preserved) and this is because they have the same shape. Little Adams Peak which is similar to Adams peak is just 1141m high and it is going to take hikers about 45 minutes to get to the peak. You will then be rewarded with magnificent views at the summit. You will surely get a nerve-wracking sensation while you enjoy the 360-degree panoramic views while the clouds roll in at the summit. Hiking on this trail is among the one of its kind experience that you should not miss while in Sri Lanka.
Duration: 2 hours
Meals included:
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight stay in a 3 star hotel in Ella
Day 2: Ella – Colombo
Stop At: Ella Rock, Ella Main Street NECS-Nature Exploration and Conservation Society Sri Lanka, Ella 90090 Sri Lanka
The most rewarding, and most taxing, hike around Ella is the ascent of the majestic Ella Rock, which looms over the village. It’s around a four-hour hike in total, with an interesting mix of rail track, tea plantation, and some steep stuff near the summit. Once you get up to the summit; you will be faced with stunning views of the surrounding landscape. This includes views of Little Adam’s Peak and a clear view of the Ella Gap. The Ella Gap is a space between the mountains as an arrow flies; that gives a fantastic view all the way to the southern coast.
Duration: 4 hours
Stop At: Ella Spice Garden, A23, Ella 90090 Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka is famed for her spices as much as she’s famed for her beaches and gems, and the Ella Spice Garden is, in that sense, a treasure trove. Get to know your favourite ingredients a bit better, and discover completely new ones. Learn about how each of these spices contribute to the final result, and polish your skills with a cooking lesson on preparing authentic Sri Lankan food, so you can surprise your loved ones when you get back!
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Lipton’s Seat, Haputale 90160 Sri Lanka
Lipton’s Seat is a high observation point in the hills of Poonagala. Located on the top of the town’s namesake, Poonagala Hill, it is also near the Dambatenne Tea Factory. Lipton’s Seat is so named because the famed Scottish baron and tea planter Sir Thomas Lipton used it as the seat to survey his empire in a time long gone but not forgotten. From Lipton’s Seat the Uva, Sabaragamuwa, Central and Eastern provinces spread out from before the feet of the viewer in a display rivaling that of the famed World’s End observation point. Visible from the hill top are 7 provinces along with sights such as Handapanagala Lake, Chandrika Lake, Udawalawe Lake, Wedihitikanda Mountains, and even the Hambanthota harbor from the Southern coast.
Duration: 1 hour
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
Accommodation included: No accommodation included on this day
