Ella Sri Lanka Tours
Ella, a small yet captivating town nestled in the verdant hills of Sri Lanka, has been enchanting travellers with its scenic landscapes, rich heritage, and warm hospitality. Known for its awe-inspiring vistas, cascading waterfalls, and tea plantations, Ella offers a true escape from the hustle and bustle of modern life. In this comprehensive guide, we will explore the wonders of Ella, from its natural attractions to its cultural treasures, and everything in between. So, pack your bags and get ready for an unforgettable journey through Ella’s paradisiacal beauty!
Exploring Ella's Natural Wonders
1. Ella Rock
Embark on a trekking adventure to the summit of Ella Rock, which rewards you with panoramic views of the surrounding valleys, tea estates, and the famous Nine Arches Bridge.
2. RAWANA WATERFALL
Immerse yourself in the captivating beauty of Ravana Falls, a series of cascading waterfalls surrounded by lush greenery, perfect for a refreshing dip or a scenic picnic.
3. Little Adam's Peak
Little Adams peak is Ella’s main tourist attraction, which has been named as such as it bears a similar shape to Adam’s Peak, Sri Lanka’s holy mountain. There is a clear path through the tea plantations with spectacular views and the climb to the top of the 1141m peak takes about half an hour.
4. Tea Plantations and Tea Tasting
Visit a Tea Factory: Gain insight into Sri Lanka’s tea production process by visiting one of Ella’s tea factories, where you can witness the art of tea making and sample some of the finest Ceylon tea.
Tea Tasting Experience: Delight your taste buds with a tea-tasting session, where you can savour various flavours and learn about the nuances of different tea varieties, from black to green, and even herbal infusions.
5. Nine Arches Bridgeg
is 2 km away from Ella Town. This Bridge was built by the British at Gotowala between the Ella and Demodara Stations and commissioned in 1921. It is 3100 feet above sea level and is 300 feet long and 25 ft wide. The Bridge was built with solid rock, bricks and cement with absolutely no steel. It is an engineering marvel of railway architecture. A popular story is that when the British engineers got stumped when they found a quagmire in a gap, a local named Appuhamy who was in fact a drummer undertook to take over the construction and he began work in 1913 and got the locals to topple rocks to the bottom of the gap to become the foundation on which he built brick columns which shocked the British Engineers though they doubted the integrity of the Bridge. But Appuhamy undertook to lie down under the bridge when the first train passed and the bridge has stood the test of time.
Adventurous Activities in Ella
1. Kitulgala White Water Rafting
Brace yourself for an exhilarating white water rafting experience in the nearby Kelani River, where you can navigate the rapids and immerse yourself in the natural beauty.
2. ELLA TRAIN RIDE
The Kandy to Ella train ride forms one section of the ‘Main Line’, the longer Colombo to Kandy to Badulla route that snakes its way through the stunning hill country and tea plantation heart of Sri Lanka