Sri Lanka · Garden Stroll

14-Hour Nuwara Eliya Tour from Kandy with Ambuluwawa and Hakgala

14 Hours Round trip from Kandy Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Marvel at the panoramic view from Ambuluwawa Tower
  • 02 Admire the majestic Ramboda Waterfall cascading from 109 m
  • 03 Relax by serene Lake Gregory in the heart of Nuwara Eliya's tea country
  • 04 Explore Hakgala Botanical Garden, the second-largest botanical garden in Sri Lanka

Embark on a full-day adventure from Kandy to Nuwara Eliya, taking in breathtaking views from Ambuluwawa Tower, the awe-inspiring Ramboda Waterfall, the tranquillity of Lake Gregory, and the vibrant beauty of Hakgala Garden. This scenic journey through Sri Lanka's hill country combines panoramic viewpoints, natural landmarks, and botanical charm in a single day.

Embark on a full-day adventure from Kandy to Nuwara Eliya, taking in breathtaking views from Ambuluwawa Tower, the awe-inspiring Ramboda Waterfall, the tranquillity of Lake Gregory, and the vibrant beauty of Hakgala Garden.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 14 Hours
Tour type Shared
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
Cities Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Gampola
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

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Day 01

Panoramic Views from Ambuluwawa Tower

Ambuluwawa mountain peak has a height of 3,567 feet above sea level. It is located more than 1,000 feet above Gampola Town. The tower stands on the summit of the mountain peak. Since there are no other mountains in the surrounding area, and due to its unique location, Ambuluwawa Tower offers an undisturbed view from far away and vice versa.

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Day 02

Visit the Majestic Ramboda Waterfall

Ramboda Falls is 109 m high and is the eleventh tallest waterfall in Sri Lanka, as well as the 729th tallest waterfall in the world.

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Day 03

Relax at Lake Gregory

Lake Gregory, sometimes also called Gregory Lake or Gregory Reservoir, is a reservoir in the heart of the tea country hill city of Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka. Lake Gregory was constructed during the period of British Governor Sir William Gregory in 1873.

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Day 04

Discover Hakgala Botanical Garden

Hakgala Botanical Garden is one of the five botanical gardens in Sri Lanka. The other four are Peradeniya Botanical Garden, Henarathgoda Botanical Garden, Mirijjawila Botanical Garden, and Seetawaka Botanical Garden. It is the second-largest botanical garden in Sri Lanka.

Ambuluwawa Tower, Ramboda Falls, Lake Gregory (Nuwara Eliya), Hakgala Botanical Garden

Where this trip takes you

Ambuluwawa Tower, Ramboda Falls, Lake Gregory (Nuwara Eliya), Hakgala Botanical Garden

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Kandy 3 cities · 14 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Pick-up from your hotel in Kandy
  • Transfers by private vehicle (car, van, or minibus)
  • Service of a friendly English-speaking tour leader
  • Entry tickets to visit Lake Gregory
  • Entry tickets to visit Hakgala Botanical Garden
  • Government taxes with no hidden fees

What's Not Included

  • Breakfast and lunch
  • Tour leader gratuities/tips
  • Any other personal expenses

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Kandy, Sri Lanka
Tour start
Kandy, Sri Lanka
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 14 hours finish where they began, in Kandy.

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