SL RIDE

Ella to Galle

180 km ~4h 30m by car

Travel from Ella to Galle with a private chauffeur from SL RIDE. A laid-back mountain village beloved for dramatic hikes, the iconic Nine Arch Bridge, and sweeping valley views. A perfectly preserved Dutch colonial fort city and UNESCO site, packed with boutique galleries, cafés, and history. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the scenic drive across Sri Lanka.

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Distance

180 km

Estimated Travel Time

~4h 30m

Vehicle Options

Car, Van, Bus

Things to Do in Ella

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Divurumpola Temple
Religious

Divurumpola Temple

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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.

Ella Rock Hike
Adventure

Ella Rock Hike

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A more challenging full-day hike through tea estates and jungle to a dramatic viewpoint above the clouds.

Little Adam's Peak Hike
Adventure

Little Adam's Peak Hike

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A gentle 3 km hike to a grassy summit with sweeping panoramic views over Ella Gap and the valleys below.

Nine Arch Bridge Visit
Sightseeing

Nine Arch Bridge Visit

Ella1.5h

Watch colonial-era steam trains cross the iconic nine-arch viaduct buried in lush jungle — Ella's most photographed sight.

Ravana Cave
Cultural

Ravana Cave

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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.

Ravana Falls Visit
Nature

Ravana Falls Visit

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One of Sri Lanka's widest waterfalls, steeped in Ramayana mythology — a refreshing stop on the hillside road.

Things to Do in Galle

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Galle Dutch Reformed Church
Cultural

Galle Dutch Reformed Church

Galle0.5h

One of the oldest Protestant churches in Asia (1755), with original Dutch gravestones set into its floor.

Galle Fort Walking Tour
Cultural

Galle Fort Walking Tour

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Wander the UNESCO-listed Dutch colonial fort, its ramparts, lighthouse, boutiques, and centuries-old streets.

Galle Lighthouse & Ramparts Sunset
Leisure

Galle Lighthouse & Ramparts Sunset

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Watch the sunset from the fort's outer walls with views over the Indian Ocean — one of Sri Lanka's iconic scenes.

Jungle Beach Snorkeling
Adventure

Jungle Beach Snorkeling

Galle2.5hTicket $15

A short hike through coastal jungle leads to a secluded beach with excellent snorkeling just offshore.

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