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Things to do in Ella and Bandarawela

Adventure, Culture and Exploration in the Mountains

The best things to do in the Ella region include scenic treks to Little Adam’s Peak, Ella Rock and Lipton’s Seat, visits to ancient temples or plunges into hidden mountain waterfalls such as Diyaluma waterfall. Return to The Orient Hotel and experience a coconut arrack tasting or rejuvenate in our Ayurvedic Spa. As the leading adventure hotel in the region and we are proud to be able to offer all of the below curated excursions and experiences to our guests. Our in-house guides are local experts and will ensure you have the perfect time in the Ella region.

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Trek to Little Adams Peak
The Essence of Ella
This Trek is ideal for beginners and includes multiple Instagram famous photo spots, including Nine Arch Bridge, creating a stunning Trek through local villages, tea plantations and green fields.
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Hike to Ella Rock
Trek to Ella Rock
The hike up Ella Rock is a great way to explore and sight see some of the scenic attractions in the area. Just a short drive away from Orient Hotel, this trek includes transportation along with a picnic meal.
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Horton Plains Nature Reserve
Views, Waterfalls and Wildlife
A UNESCO World Heritage site, famed for its rich diversity of plants and animals, this challenging Trek is a nature lovers dream while also incorporating incredible views at World’s End and Baker's Falls.
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The Orient Temple Stay Experience
Immerse Yourself in an Ancient Culture
Visit monks at an ancient Ella Temple. Share a traditional meal with them, followed by a sermon and meditation lesson. Spend the night at the temple, to get an immersive experience into a simple way of life, unchanged for centuries.
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The Pekoe Trail Stage 15
A Stunning Trek Including Ella Rock
One of the most popular stages in the world famous Pekoe Trail, this scenic trek incorporates key sights including the summit of Ella Rock and stops at Ella Town.
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Trek to Diyaluma Waterfall
An Unforgetable Thing to do in Ella
Upper Diyaluma is a majestic waterfall with incredible mountain views. More off the beaten path, Our Trek includes stops at several scenic natural pools.
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Community Farm and Village Visit
Immerse Into Local Life
A highly interactive trek featuring beautiful vegetable plantations, a Buddhist Temple and close interaction with local farmers. Ideal for families
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The Ceylon Tea Experience
A Guided Tour and Tasting
A must do activity when visiting the heart of world famous Ceylon Tea. Visit a local tea estate, try plucking some tea, get a guided tour of the production process followed by a tasting of fresh Ceylon Tea
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Coconut Arrack Tasting
Try the National Drink
A perfect evening activity for visitors to the Ella region, experience the signature taste of Sri Lanka in a guided tasting provided by our beverages expert.
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Hike to Lipton’s seat
Tea with a View
Trek through leafy green tea estates to Lipton’s seat, famous for its stunning view of the Ella region’s misty mountains. Our Trek also includes a stop at a local Hindu Temple.
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Pekoe Trail Stage 16
Bridges, Railways and Tea Fields
A wonderful trek starting in Ella town and ending at Demodara via scenic tea estates and the instagram favourite Nine Arches Bridge
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Cocktail Mixology and Tasting
Become a Cocktail Expert
Our beverage experts will teach you the secrets of making the perfect cocktail. Taste a broad range of cocktails, from classic favourites to unique local mixes.
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Tour Our Organic Farm
A Gardener's Paradise
Explore our on site organic farm with a free guided tour
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Nine Arches Bridge, Ella
Visit the Iconic Nine Arches Bridge
Nine Arch Bridge is one of the most popular landmarks in Sri Lanka and a must-visit in Ella. Located between Ella and Demodara railway stations, it is a renowned colonial-era construction surrounded by lush landscapes.
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Ayurvedic Spa Treatments
Rejuvenate in the mountains
Experience the healing power of the ancient art of Ayurveda at our Spa in Bandarawela. Our therapists will use ancient herbal oil blends and massage techniques to relax and rejuvenate your body. Ideal after a long trek.
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Ella Odyssey Train
Experience Sri Lanka, The Ella Odyssey Way
Ella Odyssey is a tourist train that travels from Colombo to Badulla, through renowned town, Ella. It stops at ten popular attractions located between Kandy and Badulla. The train stops at Bandarawela Station, which is just five minutes away from Orient Hotel.
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Camping with Orient
Escape to the Wilderness
Our campsite in Eagle Rock is the perfect escape to the wilderness. Operated by Orient Hotel, it is just fifteen minutes away from Ella. Along with comfortable accommodation with on site toilet facilities, a BBQ dinner and breakfast will be provided.
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Treks Tailored to Your Requirements
The Perfect Trek for You
If you are looking for a unique thing to do in the Ella Region, we can create a custom Trek package for you. Our guides are experts in the hidden and off the beaten path trails in the region, and can create a trek that is ideal for your requirements.
Find Out More
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Traditional Sri Lankan Cooking Lessons
Become a Master Chef
During this Family Friendly activity, our expert chefs will teach you the secrets of traditional Sri Lankan recipes. Improve your cooking skills and surprise your friends when they next visit you with new exotic recipes.
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Outdoor Dining in our Tranquil Garden
A Unique Dining Experience
A romantic evening activity in Bandarawela, enjoy a delicious meal while gazing at beautiful mountain views.
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Trek to Little Adams Peak
The Essence of Ella
This Trek is ideal for beginners and includes multiple Instagram famous photo spots, including Nine Arch Bridge, creating a stunning Trek through local villages, tea plantations and green fields.
Find Out More
Things To Do Things To Do
Hike to Ella Rock
Trek to Ella Rock
The hike up Ella Rock is a great way to explore and sight see some of the scenic attractions in the area. Just a short drive away from Orient Hotel, this trek includes transportation along with a picnic meal.
Find Out More
Things To Do Things To Do
Horton Plains Nature Reserve
Views, Waterfalls and Wildlife
A UNESCO World Heritage site, famed for its rich diversity of plants and animals, this challenging Trek is a nature lovers dream while also incorporating incredible views at World’s End and Baker's Falls.
Find Out More
Things To Do Things To Do
The Orient Temple Stay Experience
Immerse Yourself in an Ancient Culture
Visit monks at an ancient Ella Temple. Share a traditional meal with them, followed by a sermon and meditation lesson. Spend the night at the temple, to get an immersive experience into a simple way of life, unchanged for centuries.
Find Out More
Things To Do Things To Do
The Pekoe Trail Stage 15
A Stunning Trek Including Ella Rock
One of the most popular stages in the world famous Pekoe Trail, this scenic trek incorporates key sights including the summit of Ella Rock and stops at Ella Town.
Find Out More
Things To Do Things To Do
Trek to Diyaluma Waterfall
An Unforgetable Thing to do in Ella
Upper Diyaluma is a majestic waterfall with incredible mountain views. More off the beaten path, Our Trek includes stops at several scenic natural pools.
Find Out More
Things To Do Things To Do
Community Farm and Village Visit
Immerse Into Local Life
A highly interactive trek featuring beautiful vegetable plantations, a Buddhist Temple and close interaction with local farmers. Ideal for families
Find Out More
Things To Do Things To Do
The Ceylon Tea Experience
A Guided Tour and Tasting
A must do activity when visiting the heart of world famous Ceylon Tea. Visit a local tea estate, try plucking some tea, get a guided tour of the production process followed by a tasting of fresh Ceylon Tea
Find Out More
Things To Do Things To Do
Hike to Lipton’s seat
Tea with a View
Trek through leafy green tea estates to Lipton’s seat, famous for its stunning view of the Ella region’s misty mountains. Our Trek also includes a stop at a local Hindu Temple.
Find Out More
Things To Do Things To Do
Pekoe Trail Stage 16
Bridges, Railways and Tea Fields
A wonderful trek starting in Ella town and ending at Demodara via scenic tea estates and the instagram favourite Nine Arches Bridge
Find Out More
Things To Do Things To Do
Nine Arches Bridge, Ella
Visit the Iconic Nine Arches Bridge
Nine Arch Bridge is one of the most popular landmarks in Sri Lanka and a must-visit in Ella. Located between Ella and Demodara railway stations, it is a renowned colonial-era construction surrounded by lush landscapes.
Find Out More
Things To Do Things To Do
Ella Odyssey Train
Experience Sri Lanka, The Ella Odyssey Way
Ella Odyssey is a tourist train that travels from Colombo to Badulla, through renowned town, Ella. It stops at ten popular attractions located between Kandy and Badulla. The train stops at Bandarawela Station, which is just five minutes away from Orient Hotel.
Find Out More
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Camping with Orient
Escape to the Wilderness
Our campsite in Eagle Rock is the perfect escape to the wilderness. Operated by Orient Hotel, it is just fifteen minutes away from Ella. Along with comfortable accommodation with on site toilet facilities, a BBQ dinner and breakfast will be provided.
Find Out More
Things To Do Things To Do
Treks Tailored to Your Requirements
The Perfect Trek for You
If you are looking for a unique thing to do in the Ella Region, we can create a custom Trek package for you. Our guides are experts in the hidden and off the beaten path trails in the region, and can create a trek that is ideal for your requirements.
Find Out More
show more
Things To Do Things To Do
Coconut Arrack Tasting
Try the National Drink
A perfect evening activity for visitors to the Ella region, experience the signature taste of Sri Lanka in a guided tasting provided by our beverages expert.
Find Out More
Things To Do Things To Do
Cocktail Mixology and Tasting
Become a Cocktail Expert
Our beverage experts will teach you the secrets of making the perfect cocktail. Taste a broad range of cocktails, from classic favourites to unique local mixes.
Find Out More
Things To Do Things To Do
Tour Our Organic Farm
A Gardener's Paradise
Explore our on site organic farm with a free guided tour
Find Out More
Things To Do Things To Do
Ayurvedic Spa Treatments
Rejuvenate in the mountains
Experience the healing power of the ancient art of Ayurveda at our Spa in Bandarawela. Our therapists will use ancient herbal oil blends and massage techniques to relax and rejuvenate your body. Ideal after a long trek.
Find Out More
Things To Do Things To Do
Traditional Sri Lankan Cooking Lessons
Become a Master Chef
During this Family Friendly activity, our expert chefs will teach you the secrets of traditional Sri Lankan recipes. Improve your cooking skills and surprise your friends when they next visit you with new exotic recipes.
Find Out More
Things To Do Things To Do
Outdoor Dining in our Tranquil Garden
A Unique Dining Experience
A romantic evening activity in Bandarawela, enjoy a delicious meal while gazing at beautiful mountain views.
Find Out More
show more