Little Adam's Peak

One of the lesser known but must visit attractions of Sri Lanka, Little Adam’s Peak in Ella is famous as a pilgrimage site. To hike up to Little Adam’s Peak, you will need to base yourself in Ella for a day or so. There are lots of hiking or walking opportunities around town along with temples and tea plantations to explore. If you want to enjoy some of the best views without needing to hike for hours, Little Adam’s Peak is the perfect trek, especially for an unforgettable sunset.

How to get to Little Adam’s Peak from Ella
From the main strip in Ella, you can walk about 1.5kms to the start of the trail. The trail begins with a moderate climb, as it winds through tea plantations. You can eye some great photo opportunities early on in the hike. Throughout the trek, you will come across well-maintained paths and stairs. As you can see below there are multiple platforms, rocks, and viewpoints offering perfect opportunity for photo sessions. As you walk along the ridge, the view only gets better.

Attractions

Trekking/Hiking - Although a long journey, the trek helps the travelers interact with nature. The major reason behind visiting the Little Adam’s Peak is the hiking experience. The entire journey is filled with greenery and beautiful trees and plants. The walk may be long, but once one reaches the top, it is just worth the struggle. The path is straight making the walk less complicated.

Beautiful Mountain View - After the walk is over, the travelers get to witness the mesmerizing view from the top of the mountain. The top of the mountain offers perfect and clear view of the city of Ella. It is even more amazing when the clouds cover the sky. A good weather adds as the icing on the cake. The sunsets here are not to be missed.