Nonpareil Estate Waterfall Adventure (4 Days)

Key Attractions

Nonpareil Estate Falls (Nanperial Falls)
Baker’s Bend (Scenic Viewpoint)
Pahanthudawa Ella (Oil Lamp Falls)
Bambarakanda Ella (Sri Lanka’s Highest Waterfall)
Surathali Ella and Lanka Ella
Samanalawewa Reservoir (Canoeing/Kayaking)

Travel to Belihul Oya & Check-in

Depart from Colombo via A4 (Ratnapura) or A16 (Haputale) to Belihul Oya.

Check into your guesthouse or resort — the gateway to Nonpareil Estate.

Distance: ~150 km | Time: 4–5 hours

Method: Car / Van / Bus

View Route on Map

Base Camp Setup

Pahanthudawa Ella (Oil Lamp Falls)

Visit Pahanthudawa Ella — named for its unique **lamp-wick-shaped pool**.

Short walk to the base. Serene and perfect for evening photography.

Distance: 3 km | Time: 10 min drive + 15 min walk

Method: Tuk-Tuk / Bike

View Pahanthudawa Ella

Evening Activity

Nanperial Falls (Nonpareil Estate)

Drive up the **Nonpareil Estate Road** — famous for **33 hairpin bends**.

Arrive at Nanperial Falls, a stunning **multi-tiered cascade** hidden in the tea estate.

Distance: 8 km | Time: 40 min drive

Method: 4x4 / Motorbike / Trek

View Nanperial Falls

Estate Tea Tours Available

Baker’s Bend Viewpoint

Continue to Baker’s Bend — one of the most dramatic viewpoints in the central highlands.

Panoramic views of valleys, mountains, and distant reservoirs.

Distance (from Falls): ~3 km | Time: 15 min (rough road)

Method: 4x4 / Trek

View Baker’s Bend

Panoramic Views

Bambarakanda & Lanka Ella

Day trip to Bambarakanda Falls (263m — **Sri Lanka’s tallest waterfall**).

Visit nearby **Lanka Ella** — a hidden gem at the base of the **Devil’s Staircase** hiking route.

Distance: 20 km | Time: 40 min drive + 1 hr hike

Method: Car to access point

View Bambarakanda

Full Day Activity

Surathali Ella & Mountain Views

On return, stop at Surathali Ella — a striking **triple-segmented waterfall** visible from the A4 road.

Optional: quick visit to **Hawagala** or **Paraviyangala** viewpoints.

Distance: 10 km | Time: 15 min drive

Method: Car / Van

View Surathali Ella

Roadside Waterfall

Canoeing/Kayaking on Samanalawewa

Morning **canoeing or kayaking** on the calm **Samanalawewa Reservoir** or **Belihul Oya River**.

Explore local village life and fresh produce markets.

Distance: Local | Time: 2–3 hours

Method: Canoe / Foot

View Samanalawewa

Water Sports Morning

Departure to Colombo

Check out and return to Colombo via A4 (Ratnapura/Avissawella).

Trip concludes upon arrival.

Distance: ~150 km | Time: 4–5 hours

Method: Car / Van

View Return Route

Trip Ends