Activities

Experiences in Adam’s Peak

Adam’s Peak is one of the major eco tourism destinations in the hill country of Sri Lanka . The key attraction of the ADAM’S PEAK WILDERNESS SANCTUARY is Adam’s Peak itself. The 2243 metre peak has a great significance for various different religions. The huge footprint at the summit of this mountain is believed by Buddhists to be that of Lord Buddha (‘Sri Pada’), whilst Christians suggest that it was where Adam first set foot on earth, and Hindus claim that it belongs to Lord Shiva. As a result, the mountain peak has been a pilgrimage centre for over 1000 years. Whatever it’s religious significance, this famous landmark offers some breathtaking views of the hill country and an enchanting wilderness sanctuary.

The majority of climbers begin their ascent at night in order to arrive at the top in time for a magical sunrise when the mystical shadow of the peak is perfectly cast across the clouds. This eco tourism destination in Sri Lanka is one of those truly unique moments that will live on in your memory long after the aches and pains from the climb to the wilderness sanctuary have gone! In addition to Adam’s Peak itself, the Peak Wilderness Sanctuary offers some superb nature trails through tropical rainforests, across rivers and past lush tea plantation.

Gartmore Falls

1 hr 9 min (25.8 km) via Sripada Rd

Gartmore Falls is situated in the Maskeliya town of Nuwara Eliya. It is 25 meters in height and is also known as “Sri Pada Falls” or “Adam’s Peak Falls” since it is located close to the Sri Pada Holy Mountain. Gartmore waterfall, located inside the Gartmore Estate, falls on to the Maskeliya Reservoir. It is fed by two streams which join above the Gartmore falls. Each of these streams creates a waterfall before joining and lies inside the Gartmore Estate. These two waterfalls named Upper Gartmore Falls and Lower Gartmore Falls, in combination are called Gartmore Estate Waterfalls or Gartmore Falls.

Maussakele Reservoir

10 minutes drive

The dam creates the Reservoir over the route of Maskeliya Oya, a major tributary of the Kelani River. The reservoir makes a magical panoramic view with the Adamspeak at its backdrop

Visit to a tea factory to see the process of tea manufacturing

Take a short journey to the neighbouring Tea Estate and there you will see how loose-leaf tea is converted into pure Ceylon tea. The different processes of withering, rolling and fermenting will all be explained to you by one of the factory workers, at the end of the factory visit you will be offered a tasting of the different kinds of tea.

Laxapana Falls

Laxapana Falls is 126 m high and the 8th highest waterfall in Sri Lanka and 625th highest waterfall in the world. It is situated in Maskeliya area in Nuwara Eliya District, about 16 km from Maskeliya town on Maskeliya-Norton Bridge road, in a village called Kiriwan Eliya

Visit to a working tea estate

The surrounding area is one of the best tea producing region in the country where most of the community depends on tea culture. You can have many opportunities to witness the plucking of tea by morning workers busy on their career.

Aberdeen Waterfall

Aberdeen Waterfall is situated in Ginigathena in the Nuwara Eliya district. It stands at a height of 98 meters. The waterfall is the 18th highest waterfall in Sri Lanka. Folklore says that there is a tunnel between Aberdeen falls and the neighboring Laxapana waterfall.

Kitulgala: Whitewater Rafting on Kelani River with Lunch

Go whitewater rafting on Kitugala’s Kelani River on this guided trip. Learn a new hobby or practice an old one on this tour, suitable for all levels. Afterward, enjoy an optional lunch.

Mohini falls

This small but beautiful waterfall is located on Sri Pada Road (to Dalhousie). It’s near Moussakelle Reservoir.

Christ Church Warleigh

Christ Church Warleigh is an Anglican church in Sri Lanka built during the 19th century by the British. It is administered by the Church of Ceylon. The church is regarded as one of the most prominent and oldest Anglican churches in Sri Lanka and is a tourist destination.