Category Archives: Ella

Insta-worthy views to capture during the Trail
The Pekoe Trail, also known as the Tea Trail, is a beautiful trek in Sri Lanka that takes you through lush tea plantations, picturesque landscapes, and stunning viewpoints.

What to pack for the Pekoe Trail?
If you're planning to embark on the Pekoe Trail, you're in for a treat! This stunning trek in the central highlands takes.....

A Solo Guide for Travelling Around Sri Lanka on a Budget
Sri Lanka is an ideal holiday destination for travellers on a budget, especially if you decide to fully immerse yourself in its culture. A solo sojourn to the country...

A Guide to Chasing Waterfalls in Sri Lanka
Don’t go chasing waterfalls…or do! Especially if you’ve a partner to share the experience with. Sri Lanka is home to more than a hundred of these...

How to Spend One Day in Ella
If you’re planning a trip to Sri Lanka, you won’t want to miss a visit to the idyllic mountain town of Ella. Surrounded by lush tea plantations...

DISCOVER THE RAMAYANA TRAIL in Sri Lanka; A GUIDE FOR GROUP TRAVELLERS
The Ramayana is an ancient Sanskrit epic that chronicles the story of Prince Rama, who was the seventh avatar of the Hindu god, Vishnu. A major part...

Exploring The Ramayana Trail, A Solo Traveller’s Guide
Sri Lanka is home to over 50 sites associated with the Hindu epic, Ramayana. It is said that the ten-headed demon king, Ravana, resided in the...

Places with Historical Legends in Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka has a rich history, featuring ancient kings who built stone fortresses and defended their lands from foreign invasion, religious leaders who...

ROMANTIC PLACES TO WATCH THE SUNRISE IN Sri Lanka’s HILL COUNTRY
Sri Lanka is the land of amazing sunrises and vibrant sunsets. During your travels around the island, you should experience both at least once. The palm-fringed golden beaches...

A First-Timer’s Guide to Using Public Transport in Sri Lanka
Taking public transport in any country is a great way to reduce your carbon footprint (especially after you’ve taken an international flight...

5 Fun Experiences For A First Time Traveller To Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka is a backpackers’ paradise; the size of the country makes it very easy to traverse through the different regions. If you’re visiting the island...

Popular Places to Visit on your Solo Backpacking Trip to Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka is dotted with so many interesting cities and towns that guarantee a unique experience every time you visit. If this is your first time to the island,..

Fun Things To Do In Ella When It’s Raining
Ella is a beautiful town nestled on the southern edge of the Sri Lankan hill country. It is one of the most picturesque corners...

5 awesome group activities in Ella
Located in the central highlands of the island, Ella is one of the most sought-after destinations in Sri Lanka, as it is home to some...

3 Easy Mountains To Hike With Your Kids
Usually, people visit Sri Lanka for its fantastic beaches, but lately, the highlands of Sri Lanka are gaining popularity. We thoroughly encourage you to ditch...

Fun Ways To Test Your Love In Sri Lanka
If you and your partner are always trying to find adventurous holiday destinations, you should look no further, Sri Lanka is the way to go. Despite its size...

Girls’ Trip To Sri Lanka? Here’s What You Need To See
If you and your friends are into adventure, Sri Lanka should definitely be at the top of your bucket list of places to visit. The small country has an array...

Perfect Places To Visit On Your Honeymoon
Sri Lanka is a tropical paradise; with golden beaches, warm blue waters, year-round summer, a myriad of wildlife, and rich history, it is easy to see why the...

Romantic Bars And Restaurants In Ella
Ella has become one of the most coveted places for couples to visit; with its rolling green hills covered in tea bushes, intimate restaurants & cafes, and...

Diyaluma Falls
Diyaluma Falls is Sri Lanka’s second highest waterfall but is possibly the country’s most picturesque one. Diyaluma roughly translates to “rapid flow of water”...

Ella Rock
Hiking Ella Rock is definitely for slightly more experienced hikers or at least for the more adventurous as the whole hike takes about four 4 hours...

Dhowa Rock Temple
Dhowa Rock Temple is one of the few rock temple complexes found in the hill country. It has a rich history which dates back over 2000 year; the temple....

Ravana Falls
Ravana Falls is entrenched in myth and folklore, it is believed that the demon King Ravana, from the epic Ramayan, hid Sita in the cave behind the waterfall...

Nine Arches Bridge
This is perhaps the most iconic structure in Ella and definitely the most instagrammed one! The Nine Arches Bridge, fondly referred to as the....

Little Adam’s Peak
Named after its resemblance to the iconic Adam’s Peak/Sri Pada, Little Adam’s Peak is its smaller brother and a must when in Ella. The hike to the top...