Horton Plains National Park

One of the most beautiful UNESCO sites in the world, with cloud forests, waterfalls and lakes

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My boyfriend and I visited Sri Lanka and were lucky to find Sammerah to be our guide. He is a really nice guy, an experienced guide, always happy to help us with whatever we needed. He is always smiling and a very positive guy. We highly recommend him as your guide for your visit in Sri Lanka.

Elenuche

Sammera was our guide during our trip to Nuwara Eliya. He was the best guide we could find. He took us to the tea plantations, helped us with all the information that we needed, recommended us a really good restaurant were we ate, took as to the train station in Ella and even helped us buy the tickets. If you need a guide when in Sri Lanka, he's your guy! He will be more that pleased to help you and tell you nice stories about his people.

CapatinaGeorge

We had a tour with Sameera, he was really nice, very friendly and fun! We booked him for an entire day but he can also do the entire tour of Sri Lanka. He was patient and professional. He’s an experience tour guide and we highly recommend him!

gmercado93, Mexico

I was travelling with my mother and we asked Magical Tours for transport from Nuwara Eliya to Kandy, with sights along the way, at a days notice. Crishna responded with a good price very quickly and the next day arrived ten minutes before we asked to be picked up - perfect. On his advice we visited a plantation for tea tasting, a spice garden and a waterfall on our way to Kandy. Crishna drive safely and was friendly and knowledgeable. I couldn't recommend Magical Tours more highly.

David M

2 days sightseeing in Nuwara Eliya and transport to bus station. I found Gayan through earlier TripAdvisor reviews and he did not disappoint. He responded quickly on WhatsApp and was punctual, something of a rarity in Sri Lanka, and good humoured as well as knowledgeable about the area, where to go and what we could do with time we had there. One thing that really struck me was that while this is his income he wasn't over focussed on the money but on us experiencing the wonderful city and area that Nuwara Eliya is. We went to Damro tea factory - great and Ramboda Falls - again loved it and a strawberry farm. Couldn't ask for better and have already recommended Gayan to others.

Ereeri

Helpful Questions

How do I get to Horton Plains?

The park is located approximately 32 kilometers from the city of Nuwara Eliya, and can be accessed by road via a scenic route through the tea plantations. There is also a train station in Pattipola, which is located near the park entrance. Visitors can arrange for a private driver or take a taxi to the park, or take a local bus from Nuwara Eliya.

What should I bring when visiting Horton Plains?

When visiting Horton Plains, it is important to bring comfortable walking shoes, as the hiking trails can be steep and rocky. The weather can also be unpredictable, so it is advisable to bring a waterproof jacket or poncho, as well as warm clothing for early morning or evening visits. Sunscreen and insect repellent are also recommended, as well as plenty of water and snacks, as there are no food vendors within the park. Finally, visitors should bring a camera or binoculars to capture the stunning views and wildlife sightings.

Where are the best things to do in Horton Plains National Park?

The most popular things to do in Horton Plains National Park are:

Where are the most popular activities for Horton Plains National Park?

The popular activities for Horton Plains National Park are:

Mountain Climbing

Where are the must-dos in Nuwara Eliya?

Top places of interest in Nuwara Eliya are:

Horton Plains National Park - here you can do Mountain Climbing

The must-do activities that Nuwara Eliya is popular for are:

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