I am 79 years old, reasoably fit, and I am interested in your 8 days Knuckles Trekking Tour starting in Colombo. The question is how much actual walking would I do every day? I am ok with rugged terrain, but not very good on long uphill stretches. What is the weather situation end of June? Rain, temperature?

We typically embark on a 3-hour walk each day, though the current trail poses significant challenges. Not to worry, as we can tailor alternative routes that are easier, removing lower-level difficulties for your convenience. We pride ourselves on offering moderately rugged trekking experiences and are happy to customize your tour based on your health and bravery levels. As for the weather at the end of June, expect occasional rain showers while enjoying overall pleasant temperatures throughout your journey.

I just wanted to know if this tour is really a group tour? Because I am travelling alone, and I dont want to do the tour all by myself! A group tour would be really nice!

If your are like joint solo traveler we can help you!

What is the break down of hike distances and driving distances each day?

During this tour, each day typically involves hiking for 4 to 5 hours, along with other activities. Additionally, you can expect a minimum of 2 to 3 hours of driving distance each day. Please keep in mind that these figures are approximate and can vary depending on the specific itinerary and locations involved in the tour.

do you have any bookings for the start of 30th october? Because I travel alone.

We are very glad to tell you that we don't have any booking for that tour on 30th October. We would like to say that We are taking the responsibility about you until the tour is finished. If you are interested in this tour please feel free to confirm the booking.

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Trekking Knuckles - 8 Days

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Very much enjoyed the beautiful, green scenery. The agency was very flexible and found other ways to fill the itinerary.
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Hiking & Trekking: Epic trails and breathtaking landscapes await
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Partially Guided: Independent travel, featuring selected guided excursions
Low Intensity: Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 2 - 10
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Itinerary

Day 1
Airport to Negombo
Start point
Colombo, Sri Lanka (Airport colombo)
Included Activities
- Welcome at airport by tour representative
- Evening city tour of Negombo
- Fishermen village tour
Optional Activities
- Beach relaxation activities
- Visit Dutch Fort ruins
- Explore historic Catholic Church
- Watch seafood auctions on the beach
Landmarks
Negombo Lagoon
Dutch Fort
Negombo Catholic Church
Day 2
Negombo to Kandy
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage visit
- Option to bottle-feed baby elephants
- Spice garden visit
- Peradeniya Royal Botanical Garden visit
- Scenic Kandy Lake viewing
- Kandyan Dance Show
- City tour and gem shop visit
Optional Activities
- Temple of the Tooth Relic (Sri Dalada Maligawa) visit
Landmarks
Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage
Peradeniya Royal Botanical Garden
Temple of the Tooth Relic
Kandy Lake
Day 3
Kandy to Heeloya Knuckles Range
Meals
Breakfast (Tea break at Game Gadara), Lunch (Traditional Sri Lankan lunch at village house at 2:00 PM)
Included Activities
- Mountain walk to remote village near Knuckles Range
- Guided trekking through pine forests and tea estates
- River bath at Heeloya waterfall
- Village interaction and cultural experiences
- Traditional Sri Lankan lunch at village house
- Nighttime campfire experience
Optional Activities
- Join local cooking activities
- Taste home-grown fresh fruits
Landmarks
Knuckles Mountain Range
Heeloya Waterfall
Day 4
Heeloya Knuckles Range to Meemure
Meals
Lunch (Traditional Sri Lankan lunch at village at 2:00 PM)
Included Activities
- Sunrise viewing
- Pygmy and cloud forest trekking
- Plateau and grassland exploration
- Village exploration tour
- Jungle trekking to hidden waterfall
- Waterfall adventure activities
- Water activities at Sooriya Arana
- Traditional Sri Lankan lunch at village
Optional Activities
- Nature observation and wildlife viewing
- Rock climbing and adventure activities
Landmarks
Meemure Village
Lakegala Mountain
Day 5
Kandy to Nuwara Eliya
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch at Ramboda Waterfall hotel)
Included Activities
- Devon Waterfall visit
- St Clare's Waterfall visit
- Tea plantation viewing
- Tea factory visit and tea-making process tour
- Nuwara Eliya city tour
- Victoria Park visit
- Hakgala Botanical Garden visit
- Seetha Amman Temple visit
Optional Activities
- Golf course visit
- Trout stream fishing
- Lake Gregory boating or fishing
- Shopping in colonial town
Landmarks
Devon Waterfall
St Clare's Waterfall
Ramboda Waterfall
Hakgala Botanical Garden
Victoria Park
Seetha Amman Temple
Lake Gregory
Day 6
Nuwara Eliya to Horton Plains
Meals
Breakfast (En route breakfast)
Included Activities
- Horton Plains trek
- World's End escarpment viewing
- Baker's Fall visit
- Optional Ambewela New Zealand farm visit
- Optional strawberry farm visit
- Hakgala botanical garden visit
- Lake Gregory visit
Optional Activities
- Bird watching for endemic species
- Nature photography
- Extended hiking explorations
Landmarks
Horton Plains National Park
World's End
Baker's Fall
Mount Kirigalpotta Kanda
Mount Thotupola Kanda
Ambewela New Zealand Farm
Lake Gregory
Day 7
Horton Plains to Kithulgala and Adam's Peak
Meals
Lunch (Lunch at white water rafting base camp), Dinner (Picnic dinner en route)
Included Activities
- White water rafting at Kithulgala (Level 4 rapids)
- Natural rock pool sliding
- Confidence jumps
- Tea and snacks at base camp
- Adam's Peak climb
- Sunrise viewing at Adam's Peak summit
- Shadow casting experience
Optional Activities
- Picnic dinner on the way
- Waterfall viewing at Luxapana
- Visit Seven Virgin Mountain
- Visit Sama Chatiya (World Peace Pagoda)
Landmarks
Kithulgala
Adam's Peak
Luxapana Waterfall
Sama Chatiya (World Peace Pagoda)
Day 8
Adam's Peak to Colombo Airport
End point
Colombo, Sri Lanka (Airport colombo)

Landmarks
Negombo Lagoon
Dutch Fort
Negombo Catholic Church

Landmarks
Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage
Peradeniya Royal Botanical Garden
Temple of the Tooth Relic
Kandy Lake

Landmarks
Knuckles Mountain Range
Heeloya Waterfall

Landmarks
Meemure Village
Lakegala Mountain

Landmarks
Devon Waterfall
St Clare's Waterfall
Ramboda Waterfall
Hakgala Botanical Garden
Victoria Park
Seetha Amman Temple
Lake Gregory

Landmarks
Horton Plains National Park
World's End
Baker's Fall
Mount Kirigalpotta Kanda
Mount Thotupola Kanda
Ambewela New Zealand Farm
Lake Gregory

Landmarks
Kithulgala
Adam's Peak
Luxapana Waterfall
Sama Chatiya (World Peace Pagoda)

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Victor
January 1st, 2026
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Had a good trip throughout Sri Lanka. While bad weather prevented us from hiking Knuckles, the agency was very...
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Reply from: Stelaran Holidays (Pvt) Ltd
Dear Victor Steenbergen Thank you for your kind feedback. We’re happy you enjoyed the beautiful scenery and had a great trip overall. Although bad weather affected the Knuckles hike, we’re glad our team could adjust the itinerary for you. We also appreciate your comments about Sameera—his punctuality and friendliness are truly valued. Your feedback helps us improve continuously. We hope to welcome you back to Sri Lanka again in the future. Warm regards, Sonali Bender
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Carla
Asked on May 14th, 2024
I am 79 years old, reasoably fit, and I am interested in your 8 days Knuckles Trekking Tour starting in Colombo. The question is how much actual walking would I do every day? I am ok with rugged terrain, but not very good on long uphill stretches. What is the weather situation end of June? Rain, temperature?
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Tour Details
- Stelaran Holidays (Pvt) LtdOperator•Written May 2024
  We typically embark on a 3-hour walk each day, though the current trail poses significant challenges. Not to worry, as we can tailor alternative routes that are easier, removing lower-level difficulties for your convenience. We pride ourselves on offering moderately rugged trekking experiences and are happy to customize your tour based on your health and bravery levels. As for the weather at the end of June, expect occasional rain showers while enjoying overall pleasant temperatures throughout your journey.
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  Carla
  Traveler•Written May 2024
  I am a bit confused about how strenuous this trek is. You told me that there is about 3 hours walking a day, and the whole trek is marked as easy. Looking at the day 4 script, it says 'Leave from Heeloya 6.30 Am, walking 35 Km Cross to village & Jungle trekking'. So I have to walk 35 km that day? And on day 7, do I have to climb Adam's peak, which takes at least 6 hours according to a google enquiry?
- Stelaran Holidays (Pvt) LtdOperator•Written May 2024
  Please do not be confused about how strenuous this trek is. I told you that there is about more than 6 hours of walking each day. However, we will make it easier for you with a minimum of 3 or 4 hours of walking, and the whole trek is marked as easy. Day 1: Leave from Heeloya at 6:30 AM and walk 35 km (we have reduced the hard trekking to 20 km). You will have to walk 15 km that day. We have a resting place where you can rest for a few hours. Day 7: You will climb Adam's Peak, which takes at least 6 hours. It is an easy trek, but some areas are more challenging. If you need rest on the last day, you can book an extra night.
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Julie
Asked on September 19th, 2023
I just wanted to know if this tour is really a group tour? Because I am travelling alone, and I dont want to do the tour all by myself! A group tour would be really nice!
Group size
Tour Details
- Stelaran Holidays (Pvt) LtdOperator•Written September 2023
  If your are like joint solo traveler we can help you!
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Peter
Asked on June 28th, 2023
What is the break down of hike distances and driving distances each day?
Tour Details
- Stelaran Holidays (Pvt) LtdOperator•Written June 2023
  During this tour, each day typically involves hiking for 4 to 5 hours, along with other activities. Additionally, you can expect a minimum of 2 to 3 hours of driving distance each day. Please keep in mind that these figures are approximate and can vary depending on the specific itinerary and locations involved in the tour.
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Andrew
Asked on October 5th, 2022
do you have any bookings for the start of 30th october? Because I travel alone.
Group size
- Stelaran Holidays (Pvt) LtdOperator•Written October 2022
  We are very glad to tell you that we don't have any booking for that tour on 30th October. We would like to say that We are taking the responsibility about you until the tour is finished. If you are interested in this tour please feel free to confirm the booking.

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Trekking Knuckles - 8 Days

Itinerary

Airport to Negombo

Included Activities

Optional Activities

Negombo to Kandy

Included Activities

Optional Activities

Kandy to Heeloya Knuckles Range

Included Activities

Optional Activities

Heeloya Knuckles Range to Meemure

Included Activities

Optional Activities

Kandy to Nuwara Eliya

Included Activities

Optional Activities

Nuwara Eliya to Horton Plains

Included Activities

Optional Activities

Horton Plains to Kithulgala and Adam's Peak

Included Activities

Optional Activities

Adam's Peak to Colombo Airport

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