Worlds End exploration
Horton Plains - Belihuloya - Trekking
Meet and greet our team leader at the Horton Plains entrance and do the Horton Plains Trekking trail. [ Pickup from Nuwaraelia also could be done and the supplement is given below]
HORTON PLAINS NATIONAL PARK, Sri Lanka is undoubtedly one of the world's best nature reserves and eco tourism venues. It is characterised by a beautiful landscape of rolling hills, covered in upper montane forest and wet patana grassland.
Finishing the trail clients will be transferred to Belihuloya. To do the transfer we have 2 options
Option A - Do the total distance of 15 km from Horton Plains to Bambarakanda as a trekking trail or a Mountain Biking trail. [ Biking Supplement given below will be added ]
Option B - Transfer will be done to Belihuloya in a vehicle via Ohoiya. We will still cover the Bambarakanda Falls on our way !
In Belihuloya clients will be accommodated at the River Garden camp or the cottages.
Following day after breakfast we will do a nature trail through a typical Sri Lankan village and a canoe ride in the Samanalawewe before departure. [Activities are optional and rates are given below]
HORTON PLAINS NATIONAL PARK, Sri Lanka is undoubtedly one of the world's best nature reserves and eco tourism venues. It is characterised by a beautiful landscape of rolling hills, covered in upper montane forest and wet patana grassland.
Finishing the trail clients will be transferred to Belihuloya. To do the transfer we have 2 options
Option A - Do the total distance of 15 km from Horton Plains to Bambarakanda as a trekking trail or a Mountain Biking trail. [ Biking Supplement given below will be added ]
Option B - Transfer will be done to Belihuloya in a vehicle via Ohoiya. We will still cover the Bambarakanda Falls on our way !
In Belihuloya clients will be accommodated at the River Garden camp or the cottages.
Following day after breakfast we will do a nature trail through a typical Sri Lankan village and a canoe ride in the Samanalawewe before departure. [Activities are optional and rates are given below]
Price
From: USD110 per person (1 Night / 2 Days)
Price Includes
- Entrance Fees to the Park
- Guided trekking trails inside Horton Plains
- Local guide fees and their transport
- Bambarakanda Falls Excursion
- Picnic lunch / Refreshments.
- All government taxes & service charges
- Transportation up to the park entrance on tour itinerary 1 Entrance fess to the Park. Any additional beverage or food, which would be ordered extra. Breakfast on the Day 01 Any tips to the staff. Any personal effects not mentioned here. Supplements:- Nuwaraeliya Pick-up or Transfer supplement - 50 USD Mountain Biking - Option a in programme 1 & 2 - 30 USD per person Nature Trail / Canoeing - 13 USD per person.
Day-01 Horton Plains
Arrival at the Horton Plains around 7.00am . [Pick up from any location can be arranged at an additional supplement]
Nature walk in Horton Plains Nature Reserve , which is approximately 10,000 Hectares in extent, is haunted by Elk, Deer, Giant Squirrel, Wild Boar, Wild Hare , Porcupine, and a variety of Migratory birds, unique to this region. According to a recent count there are 16 Leopards in Horton Plains. If you are very lucky you may get a glimpse of a Leopard during your sojourn in the Horton Plains.
You will first visit the Baker's falls and then arrive at the World's End cliff covering approximately 3km. To get to the Baker's Falls, you have to deviate from the main trail and go approximately 500m on a very difficult downward path.
Take pictures at these locations to take your memories home. Most of the day both small and big "World's Ends" are covered with mist and clouds. So, one must have patience to wait at these points for clouds to clear-up to get a glimpse of a steep drop and a tea estate beneath World's End. The big World's End has a sheer drop of 3700 feet.
Total distance of trekking in side the park would be 6km . [Graded as a soft trail]
Lunch at a suitable location.
Option (A)
Satan's Steps Trail starting from the Horton Plains Entrance.
You have two options where you can travel in the vehicle for about 6 km up to "Udaweriya" estate junction & then start trekking or start the trek from the gate entrance itself. Distance to the Bambarakanda Falls from the junction is 15km. Along this trail you will cover Kingslyn estate, West Haputale estate then Bambarakanda Falls. From the falls you can either trek for another 6km & get in to your vehicle at Kalupahana to be driven to River Garden or get in to the vehicle near the falls itself.
Bambarakanda Falls
Within a majestic basin-shaped valley bordered by huge steep rocks and dark green forests of pines and tropic trees the highest waterfall of Sri Lanka [ 240.8m] plunges with two silver ropes over a vertical dark grey wall from the green saddle between Mt.Welihena and Mt. Bambaragala into a deep pool only 500m walking distance from the trail.
Option (B)
You will be transferred to Belihuloya in a vehicle. We will still cover the Bambarakanda Falls on our way !
BELIHULOYA is a very picturesque little hamlet situated in the "Sabaragamuwa" province of Sri Lanka , approximately 160 km from Colombo . This beautiful hillside location is a climatically transitional area, linking both the dry and wet zones and the hill and low country at an altitude of less than 1500m. As a result, the vegetation consists of moist semi-evergreen forests, tropical savanna forests, dry patana grasslands and montane temperate forests, making it one of the richest bio-diversity spots in Sri Lanka - a perfect location for nature lovers.
Dinner and overnight stay at the camp or cottage in Belihuloya.
Day - 02 Departure
Leaving to your next destination after breakfast and activities.
THE KINCHIGUNE NATURE TRAIL
This diverse trail of approximately 6km begins at the River Garden Resort in Belihuloya, running alongside a riverine forest and the Belihuloya river itself. During the trail, you will venture through paddy fields, across rivers and past local village houses with their extensive vegetable plots. It is an ideal opportunity to learn a bit about the local agricultural systems and simple way of village living. Along the way, you will also witness several types of beautiful birds and butterflies and some charming waterfalls. The trail finishes where the Belihuloya river meets the Samanalawewa reservoir.
Observe inhabitants of the villages, growing of Natural Spices, Herbs and Coconut husking, preparation of Sambol, made out of coconut and Sambol is used to eat with Sweet Potatoes together.
Lunch in Kinchigune. Thereafter take part in canoeing at the Samanalawewa Reservoir.
CANOEING IN SAMANALAWEWA
The still calm waters of the Samanalawewa reservoir are perfect for canoeing. Whether you want to take your time and go for a leisurely paddle for a couple of hours, perhaps venturing out to the mouth of the Belihuloya River or spend an entire day exploring the perimeter of the reservoir, you are sure to have an unforgettable experience. The surrounding mountains add to the idyllic setting of the reservoir. All groups will be supplied with an experienced guide and modern life jackets, and a proper orientation will be offered for those who are new to canoeing.
- End of the Tour -
Arrival at the Horton Plains around 7.00am . [Pick up from any location can be arranged at an additional supplement]
Nature walk in Horton Plains Nature Reserve , which is approximately 10,000 Hectares in extent, is haunted by Elk, Deer, Giant Squirrel, Wild Boar, Wild Hare , Porcupine, and a variety of Migratory birds, unique to this region. According to a recent count there are 16 Leopards in Horton Plains. If you are very lucky you may get a glimpse of a Leopard during your sojourn in the Horton Plains.
You will first visit the Baker's falls and then arrive at the World's End cliff covering approximately 3km. To get to the Baker's Falls, you have to deviate from the main trail and go approximately 500m on a very difficult downward path.
Take pictures at these locations to take your memories home. Most of the day both small and big "World's Ends" are covered with mist and clouds. So, one must have patience to wait at these points for clouds to clear-up to get a glimpse of a steep drop and a tea estate beneath World's End. The big World's End has a sheer drop of 3700 feet.
Total distance of trekking in side the park would be 6km . [Graded as a soft trail]
Lunch at a suitable location.
Option (A)
Satan's Steps Trail starting from the Horton Plains Entrance.
You have two options where you can travel in the vehicle for about 6 km up to "Udaweriya" estate junction & then start trekking or start the trek from the gate entrance itself. Distance to the Bambarakanda Falls from the junction is 15km. Along this trail you will cover Kingslyn estate, West Haputale estate then Bambarakanda Falls. From the falls you can either trek for another 6km & get in to your vehicle at Kalupahana to be driven to River Garden or get in to the vehicle near the falls itself.
Bambarakanda Falls
Within a majestic basin-shaped valley bordered by huge steep rocks and dark green forests of pines and tropic trees the highest waterfall of Sri Lanka [ 240.8m] plunges with two silver ropes over a vertical dark grey wall from the green saddle between Mt.Welihena and Mt. Bambaragala into a deep pool only 500m walking distance from the trail.
Option (B)
You will be transferred to Belihuloya in a vehicle. We will still cover the Bambarakanda Falls on our way !
BELIHULOYA is a very picturesque little hamlet situated in the "Sabaragamuwa" province of Sri Lanka , approximately 160 km from Colombo . This beautiful hillside location is a climatically transitional area, linking both the dry and wet zones and the hill and low country at an altitude of less than 1500m. As a result, the vegetation consists of moist semi-evergreen forests, tropical savanna forests, dry patana grasslands and montane temperate forests, making it one of the richest bio-diversity spots in Sri Lanka - a perfect location for nature lovers.
Dinner and overnight stay at the camp or cottage in Belihuloya.
Day - 02 Departure
Leaving to your next destination after breakfast and activities.
THE KINCHIGUNE NATURE TRAIL
This diverse trail of approximately 6km begins at the River Garden Resort in Belihuloya, running alongside a riverine forest and the Belihuloya river itself. During the trail, you will venture through paddy fields, across rivers and past local village houses with their extensive vegetable plots. It is an ideal opportunity to learn a bit about the local agricultural systems and simple way of village living. Along the way, you will also witness several types of beautiful birds and butterflies and some charming waterfalls. The trail finishes where the Belihuloya river meets the Samanalawewa reservoir.
Observe inhabitants of the villages, growing of Natural Spices, Herbs and Coconut husking, preparation of Sambol, made out of coconut and Sambol is used to eat with Sweet Potatoes together.
Lunch in Kinchigune. Thereafter take part in canoeing at the Samanalawewa Reservoir.
CANOEING IN SAMANALAWEWA
The still calm waters of the Samanalawewa reservoir are perfect for canoeing. Whether you want to take your time and go for a leisurely paddle for a couple of hours, perhaps venturing out to the mouth of the Belihuloya River or spend an entire day exploring the perimeter of the reservoir, you are sure to have an unforgettable experience. The surrounding mountains add to the idyllic setting of the reservoir. All groups will be supplied with an experienced guide and modern life jackets, and a proper orientation will be offered for those who are new to canoeing.
- End of the Tour -
The Lowdown
Main Activity: TrekkingSuitability: Moderate
Location: Nuwaraeliya
Region: Sri Lanka, Asia
Months Available: January - February - March - April - November - December -
Price: From
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110 (1 Night / 2 Days , Flights Not Included)
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