Sri Lanka · Trekking

Adam's Peak Tour In a Day (24 Hrs)

1 Day Pickup service provided in Kandy. to Drop-off service provided in Kandy. Challenging pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Trek to the summit of sacred Adam’s Peak (Sri Pada)
  • 02 Watch the sunrise from one of Sri Lanka’s most famous mountains
  • 03 Travel from Kandy to Nallathanniya with private transport included
  • 04 Experience the pilgrimage atmosphere alongside worshippers of different faiths
  • 05 See panoramic views of forests, valleys, mountains, and lakes
  • 06 Spot the peak’s mysterious triangular shadow at dawn
  • 07 English-speaking guide throughout the tour
  • 08 Hotel pickup and drop-off in Kandy

Climb one of Sri Lanka’s most iconic and sacred mountains on this full-day Adam’s Peak tour from Kandy. Travelling via Nawalapitiya and Ginigathena to Nallathanniya, you’ll begin the trek to the summit of Sri Pada, a revered pilgrimage site known for its spiritual significance and unforgettable sunrise views.

As you ascend through the night or early morning hours, experience the unique atmosphere of the trail alongside pilgrims of different faiths. From the top, take in sweeping views across forests, valleys, mountains, and lakes, and witness the famous triangular shadow cast by the peak at dawn before returning to Kandy after the trek.

As you ascend through the night or early morning hours, experience the unique atmosphere of the trail alongside pilgrims of different faiths.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Day
Tour type Private
Activity level Challenging
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Kandy, Adam's Peak
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

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Day 01

Adam's Peak Tour In a Day (24 Hrs)

Pick you up from the hotel in kandy Proceed to Adam's peak via nawalapitiya and passing ginigathena and arraive to Nallathanniya which is the starting point of the trekking. After a briefing on the trek and safety precautions, we start our exciting climb.Scaling the dizzying heights of this 2,240 metre high mountain . Adam’s Peak is the island’s fourth highest mountain. in the early hours of the morning, is to witness not only a spectacular sunrise but also a glimpse of a mysterious triangular shadow cast by the peak against the light of the rising sun. In the company of pilgrims of different faiths who each claim that the mountain’s sacred footprint or Sri Pada was created.this trekking will take 1 day (24) climb up to the top of the mountain and back to the starting point of the trekking. after the trek, we take you back to the hotel in kandy. 

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Pickup service provided in Kandy. to Drop-off service provided in Kandy. 2 cities · 1 Day

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • English speaking guide for the entire tours
  • Transportation in a Comfortable A/C Vehicle
  • Fuel Charges
  • Mineral Water Bottle
  • All Government Tax & Charges

What's Not Included

  • Entrance fees
  • Any tours to cities not mentioned above
  • Any other services not mentioned above

Know before you go

  • Passport required
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Not stroller accessible
  • Not suitable for pets
  • No public transportation nearby
  • Infants must not sit on laps
  • Infant seats unavailable

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Pickup service provided in Kandy.
Tour start
Pickup service provided in Kandy.
Tour end
Drop-off service provided in Kandy.
End of the journey

Your 1 day runs from Pickup service provided in Kandy. to Drop-off service provided in Kandy..

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