From Kandy: Knuckles Forest Range Wildlife & Waterfall Trek Overnight tour with Tented Accommodation
ID: GYG515675-O-1817032
Category:
Country: Sri Lanka
Duration:
1 days
Description
Embark on an unforgettable guided trek through the Knuckles Mountain Range, discovering breathtaking landscapes, rich wildlife, hidden waterfall where you can refresh in crystal-clear mountain waters
05:00
Begin your adventure with an early-morning pickup from your hotel, followed by a scenic tuk-tuk transfer to the trailhead of the Knuckles Mountain Range.
06:30
Meet your experienced Nature Guide, who will provide a detailed briefing on the trail and safety guidelines before the trek begins. The Knuckles Forest Range is a UNESCO-listed biodiversity hotspot, home to over 128 bird species, 20 amphibians, 53 reptiles, 15 freshwater fish species, and 31 mammal species. As you hike, keep an eye out for wildlife thriving in this pristine natural environment.
12:00
Pause midday for a hearty picnic lunch surrounded by untouched mountain scenery. After lunch, continue the trek to a secluded waterfall, where you can enjoy a refreshing dip in the crystal-clear—though cool—mountain waters.
13:15
Begin the descent with your guide, taking in sweeping panoramic views of the Knuckles mountains and capturing unforgettable photographs along the way.
17:30
Reconnect with your tuk-tuk driver and start the return journey to your hotel.
18:30
Arrive back at your hotel, marking the end of an adventurous and memorable day exploring the wild beauty of the Knuckles Mountain Range.
Highlights
- Expert Nature Guide with in-depth local knowledge
- Central Highlands Beauty
- Visit to a hidden mountain waterfall
- Refreshing bath in crystal-clear natural waters
- Comfortable tuk-tuk transfers to and from the trailhead
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Please be ready and waiting in your hotel lobby 15 minutes prior to your scheduled pick-up time.
Roundtrip transportation is available from most centrally located Kandy hotels. Please arrange pickup from your hotel or a nearby location when you call to confirm your reservation.
Gratuity is not included and is left to individual discretion.
You should wear comfortable clothing.
INCLUDED
- Hotel pickup and drop-off by a Tuk Tuk
- Entrance fees
- Bottled water and refreshments
- Picnic Lunch
- First aid & back up vehicle for emergency transport.
- Support staff - Nature guide, helper, driver
- First Aid
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
NOT INCLUDED
- Expenses of personal nature
- Gratuities (recommended)
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.
