Hiking to Riverston Highlands from Matale
Kandy, Sri Lanka
- 9 hours (approx.)
- Pickup offered
- Group discounts
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Spend the day hiking through the Riverston area of Sri Lanka’s highlands on a guided trek, including lunch. Climb to Riverston Peak for panoramic views over the misty Knuckles Mountains and Thelgamu river valley. Walk through the Pittawala Paththana grasslands and trace a jungle path to Sera Ella waterfall to sit on the rock seats under the spray. Village lunch, refreshment stops, private guide, and backup vehicle are included on this medium-difficulty hike.
- Private guided day hike through Riverston in central Sri Lanka
- Private guide, refreshment stops, plus back-up vehicle included
- Medium-difficulty trek
- Recommended from January to March, and also available from June to August
What's Included
- Lunch
- Refreshments
- Guide
- Transportation in Riverston
- Hotel pickup and drop off
- Transportation up to Riverston
- Any additional beverages or food
- Gratuities for staff (optional)
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- Matale, Sri Lanka
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.Pickup details
Departure Point: Riverston Telecommunications Tower Address: Riverston Telecommunications Tower, Riverston, Kandy Dates: Daily Return point: Riverston Telecommunications Tower
Operating hours.8:30 am
What To Expect
Use the supplied directions to travel independently to the Riverston Telecoms Tower, and meet your guide. Wear comfortable shoes and bring clothes for warm, windy, or rainy conditions.
After an introduction, climb from the trail head to Riverston peak. Wind through lush slopes and on route, gaze at the four peaks of the forested Knuckles Mountain range. Riverston is the fifth and shares the rich biodiversity of the region, largely untouched by development.
At the top, reach a 984-feet (300-meter) drop, and absorb wider views of the mist-laced Knuckles and Thelgamu river valley.
Return to the trail head and ride a vehicle to the grasslands of Pittawala Paththana. Walk through these beautiful plains to what’s known as ‘Mini World’s End,’ where a sharp escarpment reveals breathtaking highland views.
After taking photos here, return to the trail head, and continue to a local village for a traditional home-cooked Sri Lankan lunch.
After your meal, follow a jungle track past streams and rivers to the Sera Ella, one of the island’s most beautiful waterfalls.
View the tumbling waters and cool off in the spray sitting on the rock seats before descending and driving back to the TV Tower, where your tour concludes.
After an introduction, climb from the trail head to Riverston peak. Wind through lush slopes and on route, gaze at the four peaks of the forested Knuckles Mountain range. Riverston is the fifth and shares the rich biodiversity of the region, largely untouched by development.
At the top, reach a 984-feet (300-meter) drop, and absorb wider views of the mist-laced Knuckles and Thelgamu river valley.
Return to the trail head and ride a vehicle to the grasslands of Pittawala Paththana. Walk through these beautiful plains to what’s known as ‘Mini World’s End,’ where a sharp escarpment reveals breathtaking highland views.
After taking photos here, return to the trail head, and continue to a local village for a traditional home-cooked Sri Lankan lunch.
After your meal, follow a jungle track past streams and rivers to the Sera Ella, one of the island’s most beautiful waterfalls.
View the tumbling waters and cool off in the spray sitting on the rock seats before descending and driving back to the TV Tower, where your tour concludes.
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Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Near public transportation
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- A minimum of 02 people per booking is required
- Please confirm the tour 7 days prior to your travel date, subject to availability
- Difficulty Level: Medium
- Minimum age is 12 years
- Personal effects for warm/windy/rainy conditions should be carried by clients
- The experienced and well-trained guide will take every precaution to ensure the safety and well-being of all guests on tour as your safety is a prime concern
- Subject to favorable weather conditions.
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
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