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Explore the Charm of Ella Sri Lanka

Discover misty mountains, lush tea plantations, waterfalls, and unforgettable viewpoints in Sri Lanka’s most scenic hill-country escape.

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Charm of Ella Sri Lanka updated weekly

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Discover the misty mountain charm of Ella, where emerald tea plantations meet the iconic Nine Arch Bridge, breathtaking waterfalls, and scenic hiking trails in the heart of Sri Lanka's hill country.

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Mountain Escapes

Find your perfect mountain retreat in Ella, from luxury resorts with panoramic valley views and boutique tea estate villas to cozy wooden cabins nestled in the lush greenery.

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Oak Ray La Ella Breeze
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Oak Ray La Ella Breeze

Wellawaya Rd, Ella

Peaceful Ella hill country retreat with restaurant and mountain views

Ella Gap Hotel
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Ella Gap Hotel

Wellawaya Rd, Ella

Comfortable Ella base featuring an outdoor pool and mountain vistas.

Nine Skies Ella
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Nine Skies Ella

Demodara Estate, Ella

Luxurious tea bungalow retreat with infinity pool and bridge views.

Ella Flower Garden Resort
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Ella Flower Garden Resort

Ella - Passara Rd, Ella

Tranquil Ella hillside retreat with cozy chalets and views.

Hill Country Flavors

Savor the mountain flavors at Ella's vibrant cafes, from traditional Sri Lankan rice and curry with a view to cozy artisan bakeries and trendy restaurants along the scenic main street.

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Oak Ray La Ella Breeze
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Oak Ray La Ella Breeze

Passara Rd, Ella

Comfortable Ella mountain retreat featuring panoramic views.

Ella Gap Hotel
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Ella Gap Hotel

Wellawaya, Ella

Charming Ella hotel with Gap views and outdoor pool.

Nine Skies Ella
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Nine Skies Ella

Demodara Estate, Demodara, Ella

Luxurious Ella colonial bungalow offering an infinity pool.

Ella Flower Garden Resort
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Ella Flower Garden Resort

3rd Mile Post, Passara Rd, Ella

Scenic Ella resort featuring tea, mountain chalets, and gardens.

Cloudland Wonders

Immerse yourself in the natural beauty of Ella, hike to the top of Ella Rock, walk across the Nine Arch Bridge, and feel the mist of Ravana Falls.

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The mythical legends of Ravana's Cave
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The mythical legends of Ravana's Cave

Ravana's Cave, Ella

Capture cinematic cavern entrances and high contrast jungle shadows.

The scenic cliffside pools of Upper Diyaluma
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The scenic cliffside pools of Upper Diyaluma

Upper Diyaluma Waterfall, Ella

Capture cinematic misty infinity pools and high contrast rocky drop offs.

The scenic jungle loop at Demodara Railway viewpoint
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The scenic jungle loop at Demodara Railway viewpoint

Demodara Spiral Viewpoint, Ella

Explore colonial engineering marvels, moody train spirals, and lush jungles.

The hidden carvings of Dowa Ancient Rock Temple
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The hidden carvings of Dowa Ancient Rock Temple

Dowa Ancient Rock Temple, Ella

Explore 2,000 year old heritage, unfinished rock Buddha, and ancient murals.

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