Ella Adventure — Nine Arch Bridge, Little Adam's Peak & Ravana Falls
Sri Lanka's favourite mountain village: photograph the Nine Arch Bridge, hike Little Adam's Peak and cool off at Ravana Falls.
Overview
Ella is a laid-back mountain village wedged between tea plantations and cloud-forest ridges — the poster child of Sri Lanka''s hill country. This private tour combines the three "must-do" sights: the arched viaduct at Demodara, the 45-minute walk up Little Adam''s Peak for a 360-degree valley view, and a refreshing dip below Ravana Falls. We time the visit to the Nine Arch Bridge with the passing of the blue Podi Menike train — the photo you''ve seen on every Sri Lanka feed. Fit travellers can add the Ella Rock trek (3 h return) instead of Little Adam''s. Vegetarian, vegan and Sri Lankan cooking-class lunches are optional add-ons. **Best season:** Jan–Mar and Jul–Sep · **Difficulty:** Moderate (light hiking, 4–6 km total) · **Suitable for:** Active travellers, couples, small groups · **Packing:** Trainers, swimwear, 1 L water, insect repellent.
Itinerary
- 07:00Pickup from your Ella / Nuwara Eliya hotel
- 07:45Nine Arch Bridge — walk down and photograph the passing train
- 10:00Little Adam's Peak hike (45 min up, 30 min down)
- 12:30Lunch at a plantation-view café (own cost)
- 14:00Ravana Falls swim stop + Ravana Cave (optional)
- 16:00Halpewatte or Uva Halpewatte tea factory tour
- 17:30Return to hotel or drop at Ella train station
What's included
- Private A/C vehicle with chauffeur
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Fuel, tolls and parking
- Bottled water
- Train schedule advice for Nine Arch photo
Not included
- Tea factory ticket (~USD 5)
- Meals and drinks
- Cooking class add-on
- Zipline / swing at Flying Ravana
- Personal expenses
Ella Adventure — Nine Arch Bridge, Little Adam's Peak & Ravana Falls — FAQs
- How long is the Ella Adventure — Nine Arch Bridge, Little Adam's Peak & Ravana Falls?
- This tour runs for a full day. Start times are flexible — we agree the pickup time with you once the booking is confirmed.
- What does the price include?
- The price covers: Private A/C vehicle with chauffeur, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Fuel, tolls and parking, Bottled water, Train schedule advice for Nine Arch photo.
- Where does the tour start?
- We pick you up from your hotel or another agreed address. Tell us where you are staying when you book and we will confirm the pickup point.
- How many people can join?
- Up to 6 guests travel in one private vehicle. Larger groups are possible with a second vehicle — just ask.
- Can I change the itinerary?
- Yes. This is a private tour, so you can add or drop stops. If the change affects distance or time we will let you know the revised price before you travel.
- Can I cancel?
- Yes — free cancellation up to 24 hours before the tour starts.