Pekoe Trail 1-5: Guided 7-Day Trek with Hotels & Transfers
ID: GYG1200273-1842119
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Land: Sri Lanka
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7 Tage
Beschreibung
Embark on a 7-day guided trek along the Pekoe Trail in Sri Lanka. Explore tea plantations, mountain passes, and waterfalls, and experience rural village life.
Embark on an unforgettable multi-day guided trekking adventure along Stages 1–5 of the iconic Pekoe Trail, Sri Lanka’s premier long-distance hiking route. This immersive journey takes you through historic tea plantations, misty mountain passes, waterfalls, villages, and colonial-era landscapes—offering a perfect blend of nature, culture, and soft adventure.
Ideal for active travelers, nature lovers, and those seeking an authentic highland experience.
Day 1: Arrival – Kandy
Meet & greet at Bandaranaike International Airport. Transfer to Kandy (approx. 3.5 hours). Check-in and leisure time. Overnight stay in Kandy (Bed & Breakfast).
Day 2: Kandy – Hanthana – Galaha (Stage 1)
Trekking distance: 12.8 km | Duration: ~3 hrs 50 mins. Start at the Ceylon Tea Museum. Trek through Hanthana Tea Estate with views of the Knuckles Range. Pass filming locations from Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom. Finish at Galaha village. Overnight stay in Galaha.
Day 3: Galaha – Loolkandura (Stage 2)
Trekking distance: 14.7 km | Duration: ~4 hrs 45 mins. Walk estate roads and pine forests. Visit Loolkandura, Sri Lanka’s first tea plantation founded by James Taylor. Spectacular views of rock formations and rainforest landscapes. Overnight stay in Loolkandura area.
Day 4: Loolkandura – Tawalantenne (Stage 3)
Trekking distance: 18.1 km | Duration: ~5 hrs 45 mins. Follow historic British-engineered estate roads. Views of Kotmale Valley and Adam’s Peak (weather permitting). Ramboda Pass and waterfall scenery. Overnight stay in Tawalantenne.
Day 5: Tawalantenne – Pundaluoya (Stage 4)
Trekking distance: 14.0 km | Duration: ~5 hrs. Cross Ramboda Oya with waterfall views. Walk abandoned colonial roads and tea estates. Views of Kotmale Reservoir and Kadadora Viharaya. Overnight stay in Pundaluoya.
Day 6: Pundaluoya – Watagoda (Stage 5)
Trekking distance: 14.1 km | Duration: ~4 hrs. Village trails, waterfalls, and rice paddies. Stunning Kotmale River gorge views. Iconic “Great Wall” tea estate viewpoint. Finish at Watagoda Railway Station. Overnight stay in Watagoda area.
Day 7: Watagoda – Colombo – Airport
Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to Colombo / Airport (approx. 4 hours). End of tour with unforgettable memories.
Höhepunkte
- Immerse yourself in the beauty of Sri Lanka’s Central Highlands
- Trek through historic tea plantations and misty mountain passes
- Enjoy panoramic views of Kotmale Reservoir and Ramboda Falls
- Experience rural village life and colonial-era estate roads
- Stay in comfortable accommodations in scenic hill-country locations
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WICHTIGE INFORMATIONEN
The trek involves moderate physical activity and is suitable for those with a good level of fitness.
Weather conditions can change rapidly in the highlands, so be prepared for rain and cooler temperatures.
Accommodation is in scenic hill-country locations, providing a comfortable stay after each trekking day.
IM PREIS INBEGRIFFEN
- 6 nights accommodation in 3 Star hotels (Bed & Breakfast)
- Private air-conditioned vehicle for all transfers
- English-speaking chauffeur-guide
- Professional trekking guide for Pekoe Trail stages
- Entrance fees as per itinerary
- Airport meet & greet
- Bottled mineral water during sightseeing
- All government taxes, parking & highway fees
IM PREIS NICHT INBEGRIFFEN
- Lunch and dinner
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
- Gratuities
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Stornierungen
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