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Southern Coast
Mangrove Waterways
Explore the quieter side of the southern coast through mangrove-lined waterways and local river landscapes.
Tour 03 · 7 Nights / 8 Days · Private Journey
THE HIGHLAND WILD
HORTON PLAINS • TEA COUNTRY • ELLA • WATERFALLS • WILDLIFE • RAINFOREST • SOUTHERN COAST
The Experience
Highland trails, wild forests and the southern coast.
This 7 Nights / 8 Days private journey is built around Sri Lanka's cooler highlands and wild landscapes — from Kandy and tea country to Horton Plains, Ella and the rainforest of Sinharaja, before reaching the southern coast.
Route: Negombo → Kandy → Nuwara Eliya → Horton Plains → Ella → Sinharaja → Galle / Hikkaduwa → departure.
FROM USD 900 PER PERSON
Reference group: Minimum 5 guests. Accommodation and all agreed entrance tickets are included in the reference package. Final price may change with group size, dates, hotels and selected options.
The Route
Eight days through Sri Lanka's wild highlands.
Horton Plains is the centerpiece of this journey, with tea country, Ella and Sinharaja adding different highland and rainforest landscapes before the final days on the southern coast.
Day 01
Negombo & Arrival
Arrive in Sri Lanka, settle into Negombo and take time to rest before the journey into the hills.
Overnight · Negombo
Day 02
Negombo → Kandy
Travel inland to Kandy, with time to experience the hill capital, its living culture and sacred heritage.
Overnight · Kandy
Day 03
Kandy → Nuwara Eliya
Continue into the tea mountains through waterfalls, highland scenery and tea country, arriving in cool Nuwara Eliya.
Overnight · Nuwara Eliya
Day 04
Horton Plains → Ella
Early journey to Horton Plains for the highland trail, World’s End and Baker’s Falls, then continue through the mountains to Ella.
Overnight · Ella
Day 05
Ella & Scenic Highlands
Explore Ella’s mountain landscapes, railway scenery, viewpoints and waterfalls, with a scenic train experience where available.
Overnight · Ella
Day 06
Ella → Sinharaja
Leave the highlands for the rainforest, travelling toward Sinharaja for a quieter nature experience surrounded by dense forest.
Overnight · Sinharaja area
Day 07
Sinharaja → Galle / Hikkaduwa
Continue from rainforest to the southern coast, with time for Galle, Hikkaduwa, Madu River or other confirmed coastal experiences.
Overnight · South Coast
Day 08
South Coast → Departure
Enjoy a final coastal morning before transfer toward Negombo or the airport according to your departure arrangements.
Journey ends
Experience Highlights
Wild landscapes, from mountains to ocean.
A nature-focused journey connecting cool tea country, highland trails, Ella, rainforest wildlife and the southern coast.
Marine Life
Sea Turtles
Discover Sri Lanka's southern marine environment and its connection with coastal turtle habitats.
Southern Coast
Ocean Evenings
Slow down by the Indian Ocean as the journey reaches the warm light and open beaches of the south.
Wildlife
Rainforest Life
Look closely for butterflies, birds and smaller rainforest species among Sri Lanka's rich vegetation.
Sinharaja
Ancient Rainforest
Enter the deep green world of Sinharaja, one of the journey's major nature experiences.
South Coast
Surf & Beach Life
Reach the coast for open beaches, ocean air and optional time for surfing or relaxed beach experiences.
Ella
Scenic Mountain Train
Where railway schedules allow, experience one of the island's most memorable highland train journeys.
Tea Country
Highland Tea Landscapes
Travel through rolling tea estates and cool mountain scenery around Nuwara Eliya and the central highlands.
Wildlife
Wild Forest Encounters
Sinharaja rewards patient travellers with the possibility of seeing distinctive rainforest wildlife in its natural habitat.
Nature
Forest Streams
Follow the water through dense green forest, where shade, sound and cool air become part of the experience.
Selected Experiences
Scenes from The Highland Wild.
Ten photographs selected for this journey — rainforest, wildlife, tea country, scenic railways and the southern coast.
Stay & Travel
Seven nights, privately arranged.
The route gives the journey time to breathe: one night in Negombo, one in Kandy, one in Nuwara Eliya, two in Ella, one around Sinharaja and one on the southern coast.
7 NightsSelected comfortable accommodation or suitable alternatives, subject to availability.
Private TransportPrivate air-conditioned transportation throughout the agreed journey.
Accommodation IncludedAccommodation is included in the reference package, with final hotels confirmed before booking.
Nature-Focused RouteTrail, weather, road, railway and forest conditions may affect exact timing while keeping the main route intact.
What’s Included
Your private journey includes.
The USD 900 reference rate is based on a 5-person private group and includes accommodation and all agreed entrance tickets.
Private Journey & Transport
- Private air-conditioned transportation throughout the journey
- Professional English-speaking KANRA guide / chauffeur
- Pickup and drop-off according to the confirmed arrangement
- Fuel, highway / expressway tolls and parking
- Local assistance and itinerary coordination
- 500 ml drinking water per guest per day
Accommodation
- 7 nights accommodation in selected hotels or suitable alternatives, subject to availability
- Hotel category and exact properties confirmed before booking
- Guests may request their own preferred hotels; the final rate can then be recalculated around the remaining services
Agreed Experiences & Entrance Tickets
- All agreed entrance tickets included in the confirmed itinerary
- Horton Plains and agreed highland experiences
- Kandy cultural and religious sites where confirmed
- Tea-country and Ella experiences
- Scenic train ticket where selected and available
- Sinharaja rainforest experience where confirmed
- Galle, Hikkaduwa, Madu River or other confirmed coastal experiences
Not Automatically Included
- International flights
- Visa / ETA fees
- Personal expenses and shopping
- Meals and drinks unless stated in the confirmed arrangement
- Optional activities not selected
- Tips and gratuities unless agreed
- New government, attraction or third-party charges introduced after confirmation
Horton Plains
The highland centerpiece.
Horton Plains brings open grassland, cloud forest and dramatic mountain scenery to the journey. The trail includes World’s End and Baker’s Falls, subject to park and weather conditions.
Horton Plains is part of the Central Highlands of Sri Lanka UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Rainforest & Wildlife
Nature sets the rhythm.
Sinharaja is a living rainforest experience. Wildlife sightings are never guaranteed, and trail conditions, rainfall and forest conditions can affect the route or timing.
The journey is designed around the landscapes rather than promising a fixed wildlife encounter.
Temple & Religious Site Etiquette
Travel respectfully.
When visiting Buddhist and Hindu religious sites:
- Shoulders and knees should be covered
- Remove shoes where required
- Remove hats/caps where required
- Dress respectfully
- Follow photography restrictions
- Do not touch religious objects or statues unless permitted
- Follow instructions from temple staff and your guide
- Carry a shawl or suitable covering clothing
Respect for Sri Lanka's religious traditions is an important part of the journey.
What To Bring
Recommended for the journey.
- Comfortable walking shoes with good grip
- Light clothing and a warm layer for the highlands
- Rain jacket or umbrella
- Hat / cap, sunscreen and sunglasses
- Insect repellent
- Extra clothes and swimwear
- Camera / phone and personal medication
- Reusable water bottle and small waterproof bag
- Motion-sickness tablets if normally needed
Bring a good mood and an open mind. 🇱🇰
Price
Private journey, built around your group.
The reference rate starts from USD 900 per person and is based on a 5-person private group.
FROM USD 900 PP
Reference group: 5 guests. Accommodation and all agreed entrance tickets are included in the reference package.
The final quotation may change depending on group size, travel dates, hotel category and availability, selected activities and custom route changes.
Fuel and operating costs may affect final rates. Any revised rate will be confirmed before booking.
Tour 03 · The Highland Wild
READY TO EXPERIENCE THE HIGHLANDS DIFFERENTLY?
Tell KANRA your dates, group size and interests. We will confirm the practical route, accommodation, availability and final rate for your private journey.