The loop Trail of the Horton Plains National park
    Guided Hiking & Trekking Tours

    The loop Trail of the Horton Plains National park

    Horton Plains National Park is the Highest Located National Park in the central highlands of Sri Lanka where elevation above 2,000 meters above sea level. Located from 30 kilometers south of Nuwara Eliya. Covering an area of 31.6 km² which features the mix of Highland Cloud misty forest and wet grassland with Recording the Lowest annual temperature between 20cc - 5cc.During the Ancient Sinhalese Kingdom era knows as " Maha Eliya Pathana " common English means by Great Open Plains. The island’s second and third tallest peaks—Kirigalpotta and Totapola Mounation also Located in this park and The Birthplace of three of largest Rivers of Sri Lanka Names by Mahaweli, Walawe and Kelani. The Wildlife Habitats of Horton Plains is Home Of Common and Iconic Mammals of Sambar Deer which largest Deer Species of Sri Lanka and Apex predator of Srilanka Rare Highland Sri Lankan Leopards. There are 65 Birds species habituated of sri lanka Including the endemic Bird and Endemic Rare Lizards, Amphibians and Many Floras. Horton Plains 9KM loop trail where Attractions of Covering the Mini Worlds End, World’s End, Bakers falls. Horton plain loop is a popular, roughly 9-10 km (about 3-4 hours) hiking trail in Sri Lanka, taking walkers through mist-covered grasslands, cloud forests, and to scenic, steep viewpoints. Key highlights include World's End (a 1,200m drop), Mini World's End, and Baker's Falls. during the loop trail have to observe the common wildlife of Horton plains , Sambar Deer ,leopard ( rare sighting ) and Beautiful Birds species where endemics who habitat in Hill country.

    Activities

    Hiking & Trekking , Exlpore the Wildlife, Wildlife Photography

    Best Season

    December to April is the best period to visit Horton Plains are February to end of April and July and August also recommended months visit in the Horton plains.

    Things to Know

    • Follow the instructions of our guide and work as a team. Assist the guide when needed
    • Be prepared for extreme weather conditions such as heat, wind, slippery rain, flash floods, etc.
    • It is advisable to wear appropriate clothing, shoes, and separate gears to suit these environmental conditions.
    • Our organization is not responsible for any accidents (animal attacks, injuries, illnesses, deaths) that may occur during these activities.

    Itinerary

    Arriving at Horton Plains entrance by 6.00 a.m. Brifly Explanation about the trek. Starting the trek by 7am Exploring the Horton plains loops trail though of Mini World's end, World's end, Bakers fall Refreshments time and Relaxing Exploring the unique wildlife in Horton Plains. Reaching the end of railhead by 12.30 am

    Brifly Explanation about the trek.

    Starting the trek by 7am

    Exploring the Horton plains loops trail though of Mini World's end, World's end, Bakers fall.

    Refreshments time and Relaxing

    Exploring the unique wildlife in Horton Plains. Reaching the end of railhead by 112:30 am

    What's Included

    • Entrance tickets
    • Experienced Naturalist Guide
    • Refreshments with energy snacks
    • Transportation up to the trail head at Horton Plains from Nuwara Eliya and return ( Guest can negotiate this )

    Excludes

    • Any Extra beverages or foods
    • Tips for guide/ supporter

    Tour Details

    Duration

    6:00 AM - 12:30PM (6Hours)

    Tour Type

    Guided Hiking & Trekking

    Group Size

    Max 1 to 15 people guests

    Location

    Horton plains, Srilanka

    Languages

    English and German

    Starting From

    $150

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