Hirikatu Oya: Icy Water & Belihul Oya Adventure (4 Days)

Recommended Hotels (Belihul Oya Area)

Nature Resort: The Glenrock Wellness Nature Resort, Forest Heaven Eco Resort
Heritage/Mid-Range: Heritage Belihuloya Resort (Rest House)
Adventure/Camping: World's End Eco Village, Belihuloya Adventure Camp
Budget: Landa Holiday House, Cottage Home Belihuloya

Travel to Belihul Oya

Depart Colombo via A4 highway (Ratnapura → Pelmadulla) to Belihul Oya.

Check into your accommodation and have lunch.

Distance: 150–160 km | Time: 2.5–3 hours

Method: Car/Taxi

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Check-in: Belihul Oya

Hirikatu Oya (Icy Stream) Bathing

Afternoon: Walk or Tuk-Tuk to Hirikatu Oya.

Bathe in the **icy cold natural rock pools** and relax by the riverbank.

Distance: 5 km | Time: 2 hours

Method: Foot/Tuk-Tuk

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Icy Cold Experience

Pahanthudawa Ella & Local Exploration

Morning: Visit Pahanthudawa Ella — a waterfall with a base pool shaped like a ceremonial oil lamp.

Secluded and serene.

Distance: 1.5 km | Time: 1.5 hours

Method: Foot/Tuk-Tuk

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Oil Lamp Falls

Bambarakanda Falls & Surathali Ella

Afternoon: Drive to Kalupahana to see Bambarakanda Ella (Sri Lanka’s tallest waterfall).

Stop at Surathali Ella (roadside cascade) on the return.

Distance (Round Trip): 40 km | Time: 4 hours

Method: Car/Van

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Tallest Waterfall

Samanalawewa Reservoir Water Sports

Morning: Canoeing or Kayaking on the tranquil Samanalawewa Reservoir.

Great for birdwatching and mountain views.

Distance: 10 km | Time: 3 hours

Method: Local Adventure Operator

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Nature & Adventure

Baker's Bend Viewpoint (Nonpareil Estate)

Afternoon: Drive to Nonpareil Estate for Baker's Bend — stunning views of the Southern plains and deep valleys.

Near Devil’s Staircase area.

Distance (Round Trip): 30 km | Time: 3 hours

Method: 4x4 or Tuk-Tuk (rough road)

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Panoramic Views

Horton Plains Foothills Trek

Morning: Guided nature walk into Horton Plains Foothills or Hawagala for views and birdwatching.

Enjoy the cool mountain air one last time.

Time: 2–3 hours

Method: Foot + Local Guide

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Final Trek

Departure to Colombo

Check out and return to Colombo via A4 highway and/or Southern Expressway.

Trip concludes upon arrival.

Distance: 150–160 km | Time: 2.5–4 hours

Method: Car/Van

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Trip Ends