Sri Lanka · Trekking

Knuckles and Riverston trekking in 1 day

7 Hours Round trip from Pickup service provided in Kandy. Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Full-day trekking experience in the Knuckles Mountain Range and Riverston
  • 02 Walk through Sri Lankan rice fields and vegetable gardens
  • 03 Visit the unique Tampita Temple
  • 04 Trek toward Riverston Peak with refreshing mountain scenery
  • 05 Explore Pitawala Pathana and Mini World’s End
  • 06 Visit Duwili Ella Falls
  • 07 Includes picnic breakfast, lunch, transport, and entrance fees

Discover the dramatic landscapes of Sri Lanka’s central highlands on a full-day trekking adventure through the Knuckles Mountain Range and Riverston. Starting from Kandy, this experience combines scenic mountain trails, rural countryside views, and cultural stops for an active day in nature.

Walk through a typical Sri Lankan rice field and vegetable garden, visit the distinctive Tampita Temple, and trek toward Riverston Peak via Pitawala Pathana, including the Mini World’s End viewpoint. The day also includes a visit to Duwili Ella Falls, with breakfast, lunch, entrance fees, transport, and an English-speaking guide included.

The long trek along the hill won’t make you tired because of the ever-blowing wind that refreshes you from the beginning to the end.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 7 Hours
Tour type Private
Activity level Moderate
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Kandy, Knuckles Mountain Range
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

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Day 01

The Knuckles Mountain Range lies in central Sri Lanka, north-east of the city of Kandy. The range takes its name from a series of recumbent folds and peaks in the west of the massif which resemble the knuckles of clenched fist when viewed from certain locations in the Kandy District. Whilst this name was assigned by early British surveyors, the Sinhalese residents have traditionally referred to the area as Dumbara Kandu Watiye meaning mist-laden mountain range. The entire area is characterised by its striking landscapes often robed in thick layers of cloud but in addition to its aesthetic value the range is of great scientific interest. It is a climatic microcosm of the rest of Sri Lanka.Riverston Trekking is one of the most well-known adventure activities to try in Sri Lanka. The long trek along the hill won’t make you tired because of the ever-blowing wind that refreshes you from the beginning to the end. The entire region is a miracle of mother nature. The misty mountain top is the place where a giant telecommunication tower stands. We highly recommend this trek for all travelers who love adventure and enjoying nature’s beauty at the same time. There is a myth about Pitawala- pathana that Rama and Rawana had a chemical war here. Also, Tampita Temple - A unique temple with its prominent feature being mounted on dwarfed rock pillars

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Pickup service provided in Kandy. 2 cities · 7 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Transportation in a A/C Vehicle
  • English speaking guide for the entire tour
  • Picnic breakfast
  • Entrance fees
  • Mineral Water Bottle
  • Lunch

What's Not Included

  • Usage of guide beyond mentioned timings or anything beyond the itinerary
  • 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
  • Not recommended for people with back problems
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for people with heart conditions

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Pickup service provided in Kandy.
Tour start
Pickup service provided in Kandy.
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 7 hours finish where they began, in Pickup service provided in Kandy..

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