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Waterfall Hunting- Bambarakanda & Lanka Falls + Natural Pool Bath

Recommended by 100% of travelers
Sri Lanka
  • 9 hours (approx.)
  • Pickup offered
  • Group discounts
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

Nature-loving travelers will enjoy a fun, active day tour to some of Sri Lanka’s most beautiful waterfalls. After a hotel pickup, take a scenic train, then hike through rainforest, tea fields, and villages to reach the waterfalls. The hike can be challenging but you’ll be rewarded with impressive views and a refreshing swim at Lanka Ella Falls. Also check out Sri Lanka’s highest waterfall, the impressive Bambarakanda Falls.
  • Ideal for active travelers as you’ll hike through rugged terrain
  • Includes a tasty lunch and bottled water to keep you energized
  • Receive personalized attention on a private, customizable tour
  • Hike in rural Sri Lanka without the risk of getting lost

What's Included

  • Lunch
  • Bottled water
  • Private transportation
  • Coffee and/or Tea
  • Breakfast
  • Gratuities

Meeting and Pickup

You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

We will pickup you at the hotel or wait in front of the Railway station, we will pick you from there.

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Meeting point

  • Railway Station - Ella | දුම්රිය ස්ථානය - ඇල්ල
    V2GW+7RG, Wellawaya-Ella-Kumbalwela Hwy, Ella, Sri Lanka

    We will pickup you at the hotel or wait in front of Ella Railway station, we will pick you from there.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

1

Bambarakanda Falls

2

Lanka Ella

3

Ohiya

4

Devil's Staircase

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

4.9
based on 15 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Relaxing Hike and Swim at the Falls!

Ashley_L, Apr 2026
This tour was around an hour journey from our Airbnb in Ella. We arranged pickup and was greeted by our very kind and funny guide, Sampa. Before arriving at Bambarakunda we stopped at a tea factory for some breakfast which was a nice start to the day. Continuing in the car, Sampa shared some history about the towns and areas that we passed through. Make sure you stop off at the view point as you come down from the mountain top (unreal views that stretch as far as the national parks). Arriving at Bambarakunda we took a walk up to the falls and had a swim in the pool at the bottom. The falls themselves were stunning and the area was very clean with seating to marvel at them. We then hiked through the pine forest for about 20 minutes (there were a lot of rocks and roots to get over but the majority of the route was on singletrack) where we reached Lanka falls. Sampa was very knowledgeable on local fauna and made sure we understood what we were looking at. Lanka falls were also beautiful and had a much deeper pool for swimming in. On the return hike we stopped for drinks breaks and photos before driving to a locals house for a homemade curry. This was the best curry I had eaten upto this point whilst in Sri Lanka ( the Sambol and Dhal were just amazing). Overall this was an amazing experience that I would recommend to anyone wanting a bit of time out from Ella's busy tourist hikes. Thank you to Sampa for guiding us and making it the best experience possible !

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear you had such an amazing experience with Sampa. From the waterfalls to the hike and the homemade curry, we’re glad you enjoyed every moment. Your kind words mean a lot, hope to see you again!

Best hike in Sri Lanka

Phuong_H, Dec 2024
The most pleasant experience of my Sri Lanka trip. The trail was nice and chill. My guide was very thoughtful and knowledgable. I really like breakfast and lunch also. Highly recommend.

Response from Host, Dec 2024

Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that your experience with us was the highlight of your Sri Lanka trip. It's great to know you enjoyed the trail, found it relaxing, and appreciated the knowledge and thoughtfulness of your guide. We're also glad you liked the breakfast and lunch we provided. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we hope to welcome you back for another adventure someday!

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