SL RIDE

Ella to Kandy

92 km ~2h 18m by car

Travel from Ella to Kandy 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. The cultural heart of Sri Lanka, set among misty hills and home to the revered Temple of the Tooth Relic. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the scenic drive across Sri Lanka.

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Distance

92 km

Estimated Travel Time

~2h 18m

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

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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 Kandy

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Kandy Lake & City Walk
Leisure

Kandy Lake & City Walk

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A pleasant walk around the scenic lake in the heart of Kandy, with views of the cloud-capped hills.

Peradeniya Royal Botanical Gardens
Nature

Peradeniya Royal Botanical Gardens

Kandy2hTicket $8

Stroll through 147 acres of stunning gardens featuring giant bamboo, orchids, a spice garden, and a famous Java fig tree.

Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage
Nature

Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage

Kandy3hTicket $25

Visit the world-famous Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage, home to the largest herd of captive elephants in the world. Watch baby elephants being bottle-fed and see the entire herd walk to the nearby river for their daily bath — a truly magical experience just a short drive from Kandy.

Spice Garden Tour
Cultural

Spice Garden Tour

Kandy1hTicket $5

Learn about cinnamon, cardamom, and other native spices at a working plantation outside Kandy.

Temple of the Tooth Relic
Religious

Temple of the Tooth Relic

Kandy1.5hTicket $10

Visit Sri Lanka's most sacred Buddhist site, housing the revered tooth relic of the Buddha within a beautiful golden shrine.

Traditional Kandyan Cultural Dance Show
Cultural

Traditional Kandyan Cultural Dance Show

Kandy1.5hTicket $15

A colourful evening performance of ancient Kandyan drumming, fire walking, and classical dance.

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