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Excursion a Ella depuis Galle, Hikkaduwa ou Mirissa avec les sites des montagnes

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Opérateur: Tiger Safaris
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Une longue journee de la cote sud vers les montagnes: cascades de Ravana, Little Adam's Peak, le pont aux neuf arches et une fabrique de the en activite, avec transferts a l'hotel depuis la region de Galle.

Excursion a Ella depuis Galle, Hikkaduwa ou Mirissa avec les sites des montagnes: En bref

PriceFrom $180 per person
Duration14 hours
LanguagesEnglish
Tour typeGuided Tour
BookingDirect with the local operator — no OTA markup

Choose from 3 available options

From Ella / Tissa Area

Departures: 5:40 AM, 6:00 AM, 6:20 AM, 6:40 AM, 7:00 AM
14 hours
English
$180
Annulation gratuite

From Tangalle/ Mirissa/ Weligama Area

Departures: 5:40 AM, 6:00 AM, 6:20 AM, 6:40 AM, 7:00 AM
14 hours
English
$242
Annulation gratuite

From Galle or Hikkaduwa Area

Departures: 5:40 AM, 6:00 AM, 6:20 AM, 6:40 AM, 7:00 AM
14 hours
English
$262
Annulation gratuite

Description complète

Ella se trouve a environ quatre heures a l'interieur des terres depuis la cote sud, ce qui fait de celle-ci une journee de quatorze heures qu'il convient d'etre honnete a ce sujet. Elle existe parce que beaucoup de voyageurs passent une semaine a la plage et veulent une journee dans les montagnes, et le faire ainsi est mieux que de ne pas le faire du tout.

La route grimpe depuis le niveau de la mer a travers le pays d'Udawalawe et monte l'escarpement, et le paysage change completement deux fois en chemin. Au moment ou vous atteignez Ella, vous etes a mille metres et il fait quinze degres de moins que la plage que vous avez quittee.

Sur le terrain, la journee couvre ce pour quoi Ella est connue: Little Adam's Peak, 45 minutes sur un sentier en escaliers pour la vue a travers l'Ella Gap; le pont aux neuf arches, un viaduc en pierre construit sans acier pendant la Premiere Guerre mondiale; les cascades de Ravana au bord de la route; et une fabrique de the en activite menant la feuille du bac de fletrissage a la table de tri.

Si votre itineraire offre la moindre flexibilite, deux nuits a Ella est un bien meilleur usage du meme argent. Si ce n'est pas le cas, c'est la journee qu'il faut.

Ella est un village a 1 040 metres dans les montagnes du sud, atteint par le train depuis Kandy que la plupart des gens considerent comme le plus beau trajet ferroviaire d'Asie, et ses sites sont tous a quelques kilometres: le pont aux neuf arches, un viaduc en brique de 1921 dans une gorge de the, qu'un train traverse plusieurs fois par jour; le Little Adam's Peak, une marche de 40 minutes a travers le the jusqu'a une crete; Ella Rock, une ascension plus difficile de trois heures; et les cascades de Ravana sur la route vers Wellawaya. Les matins sont clairs et les apres-midis des mois humides apportent des nuages dans le col, donc les randonnees se font tot. Les tuk-tuks sont le transport, et chaque pension peut en trouver un.

Programme

Itineraries are customisable as per your request

The schedule below is a suggested plan and can be adjusted to suit your preferences.

4:00 AM

Pickup on the coast

A pre-dawn start for the drive inland.

8:30 AM

Ravana Falls

The cascade below Ella.

9:30 AM

Little Adam's Peak

The walk up and the Ella Gap view.

11:30 AM

Nine Arch Bridge

The viaduct, timed for a train where possible.

1:30 PM

Tea factory

The process and a tasting.

3:00 PM

Return drive

Back down to the coast.

7:00 PM

Drop-off

At your hotel.

Programme détaillé

04:00

Hotel pickup

Four hours each way. Eight hours of the fourteen are spent driving — that is the honest cost.

09:30

Little Adam's Peak

45 minutes up a stepped path. Shoes with grip; it is slippery after rain.

11:30

Nine Arch Bridge

A 20-minute walk down through tea. Trains cross roughly every two hours and run late routinely.

13:30

Tea factory

Closed on poya days, when an estate walk substitutes.

19:00

The coast

Drop-off at your hotel.

Inclus

  • Voiture privee climatisee avec chauffeur-guide anglophone
  • prise en charge et depose a l’hotel sur la cote sud
  • tous les trajets et arrets
  • carburant et stationnement

Non inclus

  • Frais d’entree le cas echeant
  • repas et boissons
  • achats de the
  • pourboires

Informations importantes

Point de rendez-vous

Hotel pickup in Galle, Unawatuna, Hikkaduwa, Weligama or Mirissa; confirmed after booking.

À savoir avant de partir

  • Annulation gratuite jusqu'à 24 heures avant le début de l'activité

À propos de cette activité

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Duration 14 hours
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Live tour guide
English
Wheelchair accessible

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Avis des voyageurs

4.7/5
based on 85 reviews
Guide
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Verified reviews from travelers on this operator’s experience
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Maria Baron
September 5, 2026

I had such a great experience! The guide, Nil Nuwan was amazing, super nice, attentive to every detail, and really knowledgeable about the area. He knows all the best spots, takes great photos, and always found cool solutions whenever something unexpected came up. You can really tell that he knows the place and how to move around, which made the whole experience feel very easy and enjoyable. Sharing the experience with him was honestly so cool, and I would definitely recommend it! Also the driver Sangeeth, good driver. The first temple is quite simple, so I don’t think it’s absolutely necessary, but everything else was great.

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Frida
April 11, 2026

Had an amazing day with Nywna and Habije! They went above and beyond to make it the best experience and it was ! Can only recommend this tour 🏄‍♀️🦁🌊❤️ thanks again guys !!!

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Nikolai
March 23, 2026

We had a great experience on the Sri Lanka Ella tour overall. The trip was smooth, enjoyable, and well organized, and our driver, Shamal, was kind, polite, and managed the itinerary very well. There was no actual guide provided, only a driver, so it would have been even better if he had shared some historical facts about the places we visited.

5
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Rithvik
March 6, 2026

The experience was really good and mainly the driver was very helpful and skillfull when it comes to navigating the route.

5
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Maja
February 24, 2026

Our driver was the best!!! Absolutely took care of us while giving us the space we needed. Felt no pressure at all during anytime in the trip. This is rare, his friendliness was so genuine . As to the program - it’s amazing if you want Ella in a nutshell but have little time. Great experience in the plantations too.

5
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Eniko
February 18, 2026

Despite the heavy raining, it was an amazing day. My husband and I saw so many interesting places within a day! Our driver, Nivod is not only a professional driver with whom we felt perfectly safe, but he was also attentive, making sure he was fulfilling all our needs.

5
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Aleksandar
February 2, 2026

The guide Shamal was excellent, very polite, took amazing photos of me and my girlfriend, while also accomodating all our needs, and requests. Drive was very comfortable as well. He even bought us postcards in Ella. Tour in general is worth the money, because nothing was rushed and you can also pick your activities. Probably the only dissappointment was the famous train, but that was due to huge crowds, and rude guides who would take photos of people hanging on the door, through the window where we were enjoying the sights and trying to film ourselves. We were informed about the huge crowd by the guide, but we didn't expect that much people. We saw a lot of unexpected wild animals like buffalos, peacocks, monkeys without ever visiting the Safari as well. Tea plantation is also a must, because they will explain everything about tea picking and production, while also having a fun activity of picking the tea leaves ourselves, and tasting afterwards. All in all, a day well spent.

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Isobel
January 20, 2026

We loved our day trip to Ella with our guide Shamal. He was professional and very friendly and made sure the day ran smoothly. His car was very comfortable, with the AC making the long drive so much better! We loved the tea factory where we were learning how the tea is made and also the train ride across the iconic 9 arch bridge. Shamal was very accommodating and made sure we go to see everything we wanted to without rushing! Thanks Shamal 🙏🏽

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Magdalena
January 14, 2026

The trip was perfectly organized. Our guide, Shalam, showed us all the most beautiful places in the area that we were eager to see. The entire journey took place in a friendly yet professional atmosphere. If you want to visit Ella and enjoy a wonderful day at the same time, this trip is the perfect choice for you

5
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Slavomir
January 12, 2026

Great trip. Our tour guide Shamal was very kind, helpful and experienced. We were absolutely satisfied.

Questions fréquentes

Hotel pickup in Galle, Unawatuna, Hikkaduwa, Weligama or Mirissa; confirmed after booking.
The price does not cover entrance fees where they apply, meals and drinks, tea purchases, gratuities.. Everything it does cover is listed in full on this page, so if something is not on that list, budget for it separately.
Unless the option says private, this runs as a small group. The operator caps it rather than filling a coach, and if you want it to yourselves the private option is priced separately on this page.
Tiger Safaris. We book with them directly rather than through a reseller, which is why we can confirm your place with the operator before taking it as final.
We confirm your booking with the operator before we treat it as final, and we need at least one day's notice outside India. Once it is confirmed you get the meeting point, the time and a contact number for the day. If the operator cannot take your date we tell you and refund you rather than leave you waiting.
Voiture privee climatisee avec chauffeur-guide anglophone, prise en charge et depose a l’hotel sur la cote sud, tous les trajets et arrets, carburant et stationnement
The duration of the Excursion a Ella depuis Galle, Hikkaduwa ou Mirissa avec les sites des montagnes is typically 14 hours. We recommend arriving 15 minutes before the scheduled start time for a smooth check-in. Your guide will meet you at the designated meeting point and ensure the experience runs on schedule while remaining flexible to your pace.
For most experiences, we highly recommend an early morning start. This allows you to avoid the midday heat, bypass the largest crowds, and capture the best lighting for photography. Your guide can advise on the optimal timing based on the season and specific attractions included.
Yes, once your booking is completed via our secure payment gateway, you will receive an instant confirmation email with your tour details, meeting point address, guide's name, and direct contact information. You can also view and manage your booking through your AsiaByLocals account dashboard.
Yes! All our private tours are fully customizable. Whether you want to add extra stops, skip certain locations, change the pace, or adjust the start time — simply let your guide know in advance or on the day. We aim to create a personalized experience tailored to your interests and energy level.
We offer free cancellation up to 24 hours before the scheduled start time for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may be subject to a partial charge depending on the tour type. Weather-related cancellations for outdoor and boat tours are handled on a case-by-case basis, with full refunds or free rebooking offered when safety is a concern.
Most of our experiences are family-friendly and suitable for children of all ages. However, some tours involving extensive walking, water activities, or early morning starts may be better suited for children aged 5 and above. Please check the specific tour description for age recommendations, or contact us for personalized family itinerary advice.
After booking, you will receive detailed meeting point instructions via email. Most tours include complimentary hotel pickup within the central area. For tours without pickup, your confirmation email will include the exact address, Google Maps pin, and your guide's phone number for easy coordination. Guides typically arrive 10 minutes early and will message you on WhatsApp.
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No. It is a living town of about four hundred families, not a heritage site with a gate — you walk in. Go late afternoon: the ramparts face west, so that is both the light and the sea breeze, and the day-trippers leave around five. See our Galle Fort guide.
Roughly November to April. From May to September the southwest monsoon builds the sea and strengthens rip currents, and swimming becomes genuinely dangerous even on calm-looking days. The east coast is the reverse — dry and calm May to September. See our south coast beaches guide.
November to April, with January to March the reliable core. Boats leave Mirissa harbour at 6-6.30am and are back by eleven, so staying in Mirissa or Weligama the night before is effectively required. Outside the season, Trincomalee on the east coast takes over. See the Mirissa whale watching guide.
No — and an operator promising one is promising something they cannot control. Sighting rates in season are high; the honest operators offer a free repeat trip instead of a guarantee. Choose a smaller boat with a naturalist aboard that commits to the 100 m distance rule.
Rarely. The main resort stretches sometimes have them; most beaches do not. Red flags mean what they say, and an empty sea on a hot afternoon is information — locals know which days are dangerous. If caught in a rip, swim *parallel* to the beach, not against it.
Two nights. One full day for the countryside cycling and Galle Fort at sunset, and a second morning for the whale boat. Our Galle 2-day itinerary sets out the hours and why they matter.
They vary a great deal. The better ones release hatchlings the same night they emerge; the worse ones keep them in tanks for visitor photographs, which sharply reduces survival odds. Ask what happens to the hatchlings before you pay.
A 20-25 minute walk downhill from Ella town through tea and jungle — uphill on the way back. A tuk-tuk to the Demodara side is quieter and saves the climb. It is free, with no ticket and no official viewing area. See our Nine Arch Bridge guide.
Roughly every two hours, but Sri Lanka Railways runs 30-90 minutes late routinely, so any blog quoting exact times is quoting a timetable rather than reality. Ask at Ella station on the morning — staff will tell you what is expected and how late it is running.
Little Adam's Peak for almost everyone — 45 minutes up a stepped path for arguably the better view, out through the Ella Gap. Ella Rock is three hours return, largely unsigned, and people get lost on it regularly; take a guide or an offline map. Compared in full here.
Reserved seats open 30 days ahead and sell out within hours from December to March. Unreserved 2nd/3rd class is sold on the day and always available — you will stand, which is where the open doorways are. Send your luggage ahead by road if you have a driver. See getting to Ella.
January to March for the clearest Ella Gap views. June to September is dry but hazy from the Uva wind; October to December is wet. The real risk is cloud, not rain — at 1,000 m the view can be inside a cloud on a dry day, and mornings are clearer than afternoons in every month. See best time to visit Ella.
Two nights, which gives you two dawns — Little Adam's Peak on one, Ella Rock or a tea morning on the other, with the bridge mid-morning on day one. Our Ella 2-day itinerary sets out the order.
Do everything before nine in the morning. The Gap view is clearer in the morning in every month, Little Adam's Peak has a queue by nine, and the Nine Arch Bridge has hundreds of people on it by ten.
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