(13 nights / 14 days)
Trek Through Tea Country, Sacred Peaks, and Scenic Waterfalls
Explore the best of Sri Lanka’s central highlands with this 14-day adventure tour designed for nature lovers, hikers, and culture seekers. From white-water rafting in Kitulgala to climbing sacred Adam’s Peak and trekking the Knuckles Mountain Range, this unforgettable journey combines stunning landscapes, rich heritage, and immersive local experiences.
Highlights
- White-Water Rafting in Kitulgala
- Hike to Adam’s Peak (Sri Pada)
- Scenic Tea Trails & Lipton’s Seat
- Waterfall Treks – Laxapana & Bambarakanda Falls
- World-Renowned Train Journey to Kandy
- Horton Plains National Park
- Trekking in the Knuckles Mountain Range
- Authentic Local Experiences
Upon arrival in Sri Lanka, transfer to a comfortable hotel close to Bandaranaike International Airport. Relax and unwind after your flight, and prepare for the exciting journey ahead.
Transfer to the lush, rainforest-clad region of Kitulgala. Surrounded by rivers and tropical greenery, it's a hub for soft adventure and water-based activities.
Recommended Activities:
- White-Water Rafting (Grade 3 Rapids)
- Canoeing through jungle scenery
Approx. drive: 3.5 hours
Begin a scenic trek from Kitulgala to Laxapana, crossing the Kelani River by catamaran. Stop at the Laxapana Falls for lunch, then continue to Dalhousie, near sacred Adam’s Peak.
Spend the next day relaxing or exploring a tea plantation before embarking on a pre-dawn hike to the summit.
Recommended Activities:
- Night climb of Adam’s Peak (Approx. 2.5–3 hrs each way)
- Tea factory visit
- Rural village walk
Head to Lipton’s Seat for panoramic views over the tea estates once owned by Sir Thomas Lipton. Trek downhill through the Nayabeddha estate and visit the historic Dambetenna Tea Factory.
Recommended Activities:
- Hike to Lipton’s Seat
- Tea Factory Tour
Walking Distance: 16 km
Start with a hike to Bambarakanda Falls, Sri Lanka’s tallest. Continue to Nuwara Eliya, a colonial-era hill station.
Explore the misty Horton Plains with its breathtaking drop at World's End, and enjoy a scenic hike to Single Tree Hill.
Recommended Activities:
- Horton Plains National Park (3-hour hike)
- Bakers Falls & World's End
- Single Tree Hill walk
Take the picturesque train ride from Nuwara Eliya to Kandy – a journey through emerald-green tea hills. Spend the afternoon at leisure or visit the Temple of the Tooth, a sacred Buddhist site.
Recommended Activities:
- Scenic train journey
- Temple of the Tooth
Travel to the Knuckles mountain range for three days of nature exploration. Discover tea fields, forests, waterfalls, and remote villages. Guided treks are required for protected areas.
Recommended Activities:
- Knuckles trekking with a professional guide
- Wildlife spotting
- Visit cardamom groves & paddy fields
Return to the north-west coast for your final night near the airport. The hotel offers a peaceful garden setting, perfect to unwind before your departure.
Approx. drive: 3.5 hours to BIA
Includes
- Private air-conditioned vehicle with an English-speaking professional driver throughout the tour
- 13 nights’ accommodation in handpicked boutique hotels and eco-lodges
- Daily breakfast at all hotels
- Entrance fees and permits for:
- Adam’s Peak
- Lipton’s Seat
- Horton Plains National Park
- Knuckles Mountain Range (including guide and official permits)
- White-water rafting and canoeing experience in Kitulgala
- Guided nature walks and trekking tours as outlined in the itinerary
- Scenic train ride from Nanu Oya to Kandy (train ticket included)
- Tea plantation and factory visit
- Bottled drinking water during travel
- All government taxes and service charges
Excludes
- International airfare
- Lunches and dinners (unless specified)
- Travel insurance (strongly recommended)
- Personal expenses such as drinks, snacks, laundry, and phone calls
- Optional activities and entrance fees not mentioned under inclusions
- Tips and gratuities for driver, guides, and hotel staff
- Early check-in or late check-out at hotels (unless pre-arranged)
