Top Batticaloa Hiking Tours

Discover one of Sri Lanka’s most mysterious and untouched heritage sites on this Ritigala Forest Tour from Habarana. Escape the crowds and journey into the heart of the Ritigala Strict Nature Reserve, a sacred mountain forest rich in ancient history, biodiversity, and serene landscapes. Ritigala is home to the ruins of an ancient Buddhist monastery dating back over 2,000 years, hidden deep within a cool, mist-covered forest. Accompanied by an experienced local guide, explore stone pathways, meditation platforms, reservoirs, and monastic ruins while learning about the legends, medicinal plants, and spiritual significance of this sacred site. This tour is ideal for nature lovers, history enthusiasts, photographers, and travelers seeking an off-the-beaten-path experience. The forest offers a refreshing climate, diverse birdlife, endemic flora, and peaceful surroundings—making it a perfect contrast to Sri Lanka’s more popular attractions.

The Trekking beginning from the Namal Pokuna Rajamahaviharaya. Namal Pokuna Rajamahaviharaya Located East side of the Polonnaruwa City. It is 15 Km away from the Polonnaruwa Sacred City. After 20 Minute walk, in the Fist Part of the Trekking, you will see the Ancient Monument Standing Along in Side the Forest. This is Namal Pokuna Monastry Complex that Belong to 3rd Century BC. This complex Include a Ancient Gard stone, Moonstone, Stupa, Bodigara, Poyage and Dammasaba Mandapa. There is a Pond very next to this Complex. This Pond is the Namal Pokuna Pond. According to the Chronicles the Water of this Pond was used for the Consumption of the Monks of the Monastery Complex The next Areas are Blue Water Pond Area and Meditative Cave Area. From here You have to walk trough the Forest. After You arrive to the top Part of the Mountain You will see more ponds, Meditative Caves and Beautiful Views.