Joanna James
Hiking enthusiasts will be in their element in Sri Lanka as they would find an array of hiking destinations here such as Sigiriya, Pidurangala, Knuckles Mountain Range, Little Adam's Peak and more.
A great place at which to commence your hiking tour of Sri Lanka would be the renowned Sigiriya which happens to be one of Sri Lanka's iconic sights. At Sigiriya or the Lion Rock, you will find the remnants of an ancient palace and gardens, in addition to other attractions such as its famed frescoes and mirror wall; you may also take the chance to hike up to the summit of the rock. You may undertake the hike up the nearby Pidurangala Rock as well, from the summit of which, you could enjoy stunning views over the surrounding areas and Sigiriya.
Whilst some of the hiking opportunities in Sri Lanka would involve following well-known routes and paths, this wouldn't be the case at the Knuckles Mountain Range. Instead, at Knuckles, you would be able to explore pristine unsullied areas as you make your way through the rugged wilderness and stretches of rainforest. Here, you would have the chance to hike across verdant mountains and admire the lovely features of nature such as picturesque waterfalls. When planning adventure holidays in Sri Lanka including hiking at the Knuckles range consider the excursions provided by Walkers Tours.
You will find these captivating hiking destinations in the environs of the town of Ella which happens to be a highland village that is much-admired by visitors to Sri Lanka. You will find that Ella would offer a selection of the finest day hikes that you could experience in the country. A popular excursion would be the hike up to the summit of Little Adam's Peak during which you could enjoy lovely views over the nearby areas. Another option would be ascending Ella Rock which would be a rather more challenging hike that would take you several hours to complete.
You would find these well-known attractions at Horton Plains National Park which is in Sri Lanka's central hills. This national park would offer many outstanding hiking opportunities that would delight the lover of the outdoors. A popular excursion here would be the trek to the location known as World's End where hikers will find a sheer cliff edge offering stunning views over the landscapes below. During this hike, you will also have the chance to experience the magnificent Baker's Falls, a marvellous natural attraction that would enthral the visitor.
If you would like to gain first-hand insight into the flora and fauna of Sri Lanka, a great option would be to go hiking at the Sinharaja Forest. In fact, this biodiversity hub would be counted amongst the island nation's most alluring hiking destinations, with many interesting kinds of wildlife to be spotted. Here, you would have the opportunity to observe creatures like langur monkeys, lantern bugs, many interesting kinds of birds and so on. If you would appreciate the chance to go hiking in a pristine tropical rainforest, the Sinharaja Forest would be a not-to-be-missed attraction.
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