Nuwara Eliya is Sri Lanka’s charming hillside retreat. Dubbed the island’s ‘Little England’, it is home to lush green tea plantations, undulating mountains, and scenic waterfalls.
Trek Horton Plains
Horton Plains National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is packed with wildlife, nature trails, and the renowned World’s End drop. Located 30km away from many hotels and villas in Nuwara Eliya, the park is best visited early morning.
Visit Victoria Park
Constructed in 1897 in honour of Queen Victoria, Victoria Park is a sprawling 27-acre garden overflowing with flowers of every kind. It is centrally located in Nuwara Eliya town and easily accessible from many hotels around the area, including Langdale Boutique Hotel by Amaya.
Waterfall escapes
One of the classic things to do in Nuwara Eliya is to explore the surrounding string of waterfalls. From Lover’s Leap and Bomburu Ella Falls to Devon Falls and St. Clair’s Falls, each of these waterfalls is striking, cascading serenely down quiet hills and rocks.
Tour Pedro Tea Estate
Located 3.5km away from Nuwara Eliya town, Pedro Tea Estate is a must-visit whether you are a tea lover or not. The factory conducts tours of its luscious tea plantations and factory, where you will learn how tea leaves are transformed into a beautiful cuppa. At the end of your visit, you can enjoy an authentic cup of Ceylon tea at the factory’s café and purchase some souvenirs.
