From Kandy: 3-Day Knuckles Mountain Range Trek with Camping
ID: GYG1426742-2181275
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Country: Sri Lanka
Duration:
3 days
Description
Embark on a 3-day trek through the Knuckles Mountain Range from Kandy. Camp in the wilderness, swim in natural pools, and discover the Duwili Ella and Dumbara Ella waterfalls.
Day 1: Kandy/RW Homestay to KMP Wadiya
Begin your adventure with a pickup from Kandy or RW Homestay. Travel by 4x4 SUV to Lebanon Estate, the starting point of your trek. After breakfast, hike through tea estates, mountain trails, streams, and cloud forest.
Stop for lunch at KMP Wadiya. If the group has enough energy and weather conditions are good, continue to Thunhisgala viewpoint for panoramic mountain views before returning to KMP Wadiya. Enjoy dinner and an overnight stay in the wilderness.
Day 2: KMP Wadiya to Duwili Ella
After breakfast, trek deeper into the Knuckles forest. Reach Duwili Ella waterfall, explore the Infinity Pool and a nearby secret waterfall, and enjoy time for swimming, bathing, photography, and relaxation.
Lunch is served near the waterfall area. In the evening, camp at the Duwili Ella cave campsite. A freshly cooked breakfast, lunch, and dinner are prepared at the campsite, creating a true outdoor mountain experience.
Day 3: Duwili Ella to Dumbara Ella to Atanwala
After breakfast, leave the campsite and continue through the forest to Dumbara Ella waterfall. Enjoy the scenery and final photo stops before descending to Atanwala Village, where the trek ends and your pickup vehicle will be waiting.
Highlights
- Embark on a 3-day trek through the Knuckles Mountain Range from Kandy
- Camp in the wilderness and enjoy freshly cooked meals at the campsite
- Swim in natural pools and explore the Infinity Pool and secret waterfall
- Hike through tea estates, mountain trails, streams, and cloud forests
- Discover the Duwili Ella and Dumbara Ella waterfalls and Atanwala Village
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Difficulty: Hard
Good physical fitness required
Trails may be slippery and steep
Many leeches may be present
The Knuckles Mountains are wild and unpredictable. Tour routes and timings may change due to weather conditions and safety considerations.
INCLUDED
- Pickup from Kandy or RW Homestay
- 4x4 SUV transport to Lebanon Estate
- Pickup from Atanwala Village after the trek
- Professional trekking guide
- 2 nights camping
- Breakfasts, lunches, and dinners
- Freshly cooked meals at Duwili Ella cave campsite
- Camping tents
- Coffee with snacks
NOT INCLUDED
- Personal gears (shoes, backpacks)
- Travel insurance
- Sanitary items
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
