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Nine Arches Bridge

sightseeing

Iconic 91m colonial viaduct built without steel through tea plantations.

Little Adam's Peak

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1,141m peak with 360° panoramic views over tea estates and misty valleys.

Ella Rock

nature

Challenging 4-hour hike to 1,041m summit with sunrise views and waterfall.

Ravana Falls

nature

25m waterfall linked to Ramayana legend, perfect for swimming and photos.

Ella Town Center

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Charming main street with cafes, shops, and backpacker atmosphere at 1,000m altitude.

Tea Plantations

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Lush green hillside estates with factory tours and fresh Ceylon tea tasting.

Ella

Ella — Gem of Sri Lanka's Hill Country

Ella is a small town that has become a must-stop for every Sri Lanka traveler. At 1,040m elevation, surrounded by tea plantations and misty mountains, it has a special atmosphere — a mix of hiking spirit and relaxation.

Why Visit Ella

Ella is the base for exploring hill country Sri Lanka. From here it's easy to reach main attractions: Nine Arch Bridge (most Instagrammed spot on the island), Little Adam's Peak (easy hike with panoramic views), and Ravana Falls. The Kandy-Ella train is considered one of the most scenic rides in the world.

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4-5 days optimal: day for bridge + Little Adam's Peak, day for Ella Rock, day for waterfalls, day for tea plantations, day for rest.

Via seat61.com or 12go.asia 3+ days ahead. Can ask hotel. 2nd class better than 3rd — has seats and windows open.

January-May — dry season, best weather. Avoid June-September (monsoon, fog).

Travel Tips

Useful tips for visiting Ella

Kandy-Ella train is one of the most scenic in the world. Book 2nd class 3+ days ahead

Evenings in hills are cool (+15°C) — bring sweater or jacket

Nine Arch Bridge: come at sunrise (5:30 AM) — no crowds and best light

DO NOT fly drones at bridge — bees attack, people ended up in hospital

Town center noisy at night. For sleep choose hillside hotels

Cooking classes at Matey Hut — $5, you cook and eat

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Cash ESSENTIAL! Small mountain town. Cards only in few hotels. Street food, tuk-tuks, trains cash-only LKR. ATMs available but can run empty.

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Two ATMs in Ella - Commercial Bank and People's Bank on main road - often OUT OF CASH weekends/holidays! NO exchange office in town. Nearest in Badulla (1hr) or Nuwara Eliya. Withdraw in Kandy/Colombo before mountain journey! Guesthouses may change USD at poor rate. Very cash-dependent backpacker town - plan ahead!