Misty tea hills, rail bridges and gentle mountain walks
Sri Lanka
4.8 / 5
Rating
Jan – Mar
Best time
$280
Tours from
Ella is a laid-back hill-country town surrounded by tea estates, cloud forest and sweeping valleys. It is the perfect base for scenic walks and the famous train journey through Sri Lanka’s highlands.
A few helpful details for making the most of your time in Ella.
January to March is especially clear; pack a light layer for cool evenings.
About 200 km from Colombo; allow 5–6 hours by private vehicle, longer with sightseeing stops.
Scenic
-20%
4.9
The complete Sri Lanka journey: cities, ancient heritage, misty hills, wildlife and golden beaches.
$1,690/person
Hill country
-20%
4.9
Travel by train through emerald tea hills, colonial towns and cloud forest viewpoints.
$890/person
Hill country
-20%
4.8
A compact highland break with tea gardens, railway views and cool mountain air.
$480/person