This tour offers you the opportunity to hike on one of the most famous hiking and jeep trails in Sri Lanka, ‘The Devil’s Staircase’. This rather ominous-sounding trail is one of the toughest in the country and is attempted only by the most experienced hikers.
A harsh 15km trail from Bambarakanda Rest, near the Bambarakanda Falls, to Ohiya near the Horton Plains. All hikes start at 7:30 m. Enjoy lunch on the trail. You will be spending approximately 7 hours of solid hiking over rough terrain in the hills. Get to see Bambarakanda Waterfalls, the tallest waterfall of Sri Lanka, and the ‘V cut’ a narrow pass which pierces through a hill. This tour is recommended from January to March, but also ...
Highlights
10 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
10 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Support staff fee for guide, helper(s), driver and qualified first aid officer
Lunch
Refreshments with energy slabs
First aid with the qualified officer
Back up vehicle for emergency transport
Hotel pickup and drop off
Any transportation up to the trail head at Bambarakanda
Any additional beverages or food
Gratuities
Meeting Points
Departure
Bambarakanda Waterfall - Outer Viewpoint
Return
Important Information
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Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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Not recommended for pregnant travelers
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Personal effects for warm/windy/rainy conditions should be carried by clients
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The experienced and well-trained guide would take every precaution to ensure the safety and well being of all guests on tour as your safety is our prime concern.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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You will be starting your tour at 7:30am at the Bambarakanda trail head with a short description about the hike and route. You will start on the trail at 7:45am.
The trail will pass by abandoned estates, beautiful rolling hills covered in fields of green tea, bubbling streams and at least one waterfall. Bambarakanda Waterfalls is the tallest in Sri Lanka, falling down a height of 263m. In addition to these, you will also come across some awe-striking views as you hike along the broken roads, and barely visible trails. The entire hike is 15 km long, and you will be having a rest stop every 1.5 km with refreshments. As safety is a priority in these hikes, emergency transport vehicle will also...
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This tour offers you the opportunity to hike on one of the most famous hiking and jeep trails in Sri Lanka, ‘The Devil’s Staircase’. This rather ominous-sounding trail is one of the toughest in the country and is attempted only by the most experienced hikers.
A harsh 15km trail from Bambarakanda Rest, near the Bambarakanda Falls, to Ohiya near the Horton Plains. All hikes start at 7:30 m. Enjoy lunch on the trail. You will be spending approximately 7 hours of solid hiking over rough terrain in the hills. Get to see Bambarakanda Waterfalls, the tallest waterfall of Sri Lanka, and the ‘V cut’ a narrow pass which pierces through a hill. This tour is recommended from January to March, but also ...
Highlights
10 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
10 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Support staff fee for guide, helper(s), driver and qualified first aid officer
Lunch
Refreshments with energy slabs
First aid with the qualified officer
Back up vehicle for emergency transport
Hotel pickup and drop off
Any transportation up to the trail head at Bambarakanda
