Horton Plains National Park Tour & Scenic Train Ride
ID: GYG226642-389827
Category:
Country: Sri Lanka
Duration:
11:00 hours
Description
Discover the incredible biodiversity and rich flora of the Horton Plains National Park, a protected area in the central highlands of Sri Lanka. Enjoy a scenic train ride through the beautiful landscape then hike to the World's End Viewpoint.
Get picked up from your hotel at 5:45 AM and drive to the railway station for a scenic train ride to Ohiya station. Arrive at 8:30 AM where you will be picked up and transferred to Horton Plains National Park.
When you arrive, begin your walk along the park's nature trails to a viewpoint known as World’s End with your guide. Walking through the narrow paths will be really interesting as you pass grasslands and interspersed with patches of thick forest, rocky outcrops, filigree waterfalls, and misty lakes. The surprising diversity of the landscape is matched by the wide variety of wildlife. The World's End Viewpoint is a sheer cliff, with a drop of about 4,000 feet (1,200 m). Nearby, you will also find the Baker Falls, a 20-meter cascade of water named after Sir Samuel Baker, a famous explorer.
Admire the stunning views, relax and enjoy a packed lunch. At 2:30 PM you will be taken back to your hotel, arriving at approximately 4:30 PM.
Highlights
- Explore the UNESCO site of Horton Plains National Park
- Enjoy many photo opportunities amongst the rich flora
- Take an unforgettable train journey through picturesque villages
- Embark on a guided walk as you scout for wildlife
- Hike to the World's End Viewpoint and visit Baker Falls
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• Please be ready and waiting in your hotel lobby 15 minutes prior to your scheduled pick-up time
• Round-trip transportation is available from most centrally located Ella and Bandarawela hotels
• Please arrange pick-up from your hotel or a nearby location when you call to confirm your reservation
• Pick-up time and duration will be changed according to the location
• Please wear comfortable clothing
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You will receive a mandatory temperature check
You are required to bring and wear a mask
You must bring your own headphones
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
