Travel from BIA Airport to Ella with a private chauffeur from SL RIDE. Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) — Sri Lanka's main international gateway, located in Katunayake, 30 km north of Colombo. A laid-back mountain village beloved for dramatic hikes, the iconic Nine Arch Bridge, and sweeping valley views. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the scenic drive across Sri Lanka.
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Distance
186 km
Estimated Travel Time
~4h 39m
Vehicle Options
Car, Van, Bus
The sacred site where Sita proved her purity through the "Agni Pariksha" (fire ordeal) as described in the Ramayana. A deeply revered temple among Hindu pilgrims on the Ramayana trail.
A more challenging full-day hike through tea estates and jungle to a dramatic viewpoint above the clouds.
A gentle 3 km hike to a grassy summit with sweeping panoramic views over Ella Gap and the valleys below.
Watch colonial-era steam trains cross the iconic nine-arch viaduct buried in lush jungle — Ella's most photographed sight.
A large cave on the hillside believed to be where King Ravana hid Sita after abducting her. An atmospheric site steeped in legend with sweeping views of the surrounding jungle.
One of Sri Lanka's widest waterfalls, steeped in Ramayana mythology — a refreshing stop on the hillside road.