Location: Nuwara Eliya
Top Things to do in Nuwara Eliya
Top 6 Waterfalls in Nuwara Eliya, Central Province
Nuwara Eliya (Sinhalese: නුවර එළිය [nuwərə ɛlijə]; Tamil: நுவரெலியா) is a city in the hill country of the Central Province, Sri Lanka. Its name means "city on the plain (table land)" or "city of light". The city is the administrative capital of Nuwara Eliya District, with a picturesque landscape and temperate climate. It is at an altitude of 1,868 m (6,128 ft) and is considered to be the most important location for tea production in Sri Lanka. The city is overlooked by Pidurutalagala, the tallest mountain in Sri Lanka. Nuwara Eliya is known for its temperate, cool climate – the coolest area in Sri Lanka.
Restaurants in Nuwara Eliya
1. Bomburu Ella Waterfall
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 54 reviews
Reviewed By Vachintha - Colombo, Sri Lanka
One of the nicest waterfalls in the hill country with some breathtaking views. Its located approximately about 30km from Nuwara Eliya town and there's a 1.5km hike to reach to the top. This path is laid through a beautiful area with lots of trees and cold breeze. Recently they have built narrow, but a steady pathway which is easier for visitors to reach to the climax. There's a dedicated parking area at the bottom entrance. This could certainly be said as a must visit place in Nuwara Eliya.
2. Mohini falls
3. Kolapathana Falls
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 10 reviews
Reviewed By exploreslk - Colombo, Sri Lanka
Kolapathana Falls is a hidden beauty situated on the boundary of Mandaram Nuwara, bordered by Piduruthalagala Mountain range. The waterfall is not that much beautiful, but I am giving it 5 stars just because of the breathtaking trail towards the waterfall. It is around 1km hike (not a hard one). Keep in mind that the waterfall is a drinking water source. So you can't bath at the bottom of the falls. You can bath from the stream below a certain point (the collection point of drinking water). But the water is pretty cold. Parking spaces can be found in the village.
4. Lover's Leap Falls
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 480 reviews
Reviewed By Kdog0110 - Bridge, United Kingdom
Actually our favourite walk in Sri Lanka. Not remarkable. Not a huge tourist attraction. Just a delightful stroll amongst the tea plantations watching the tea pickers at work to a nice waterfall at the end. Lovely views over Nuwara Eliya and surrounding towns. Met some happy, smiling locals who wanted to have selfies with us. Finished with a tour of the Pedro Tea factory and a nice cuppa. Superb morning
5. Devon Falls
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 261 reviews
Reviewed By DrHarshaBandara - Colombo, Sri Lanka
This is another superb location to relax for some time via Hatton Road on a journey to Nuwara Eliya..
6. St Clair's Falls
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 315 reviews
Reviewed By danuwijerathna - Kandy, Sri Lanka
Anybody who heading to Nuwara Eliya through Hatton-Thalawakele rout may see this mind blowing waterfall which offers an amazing view along with a range of mountains and valleys. This is one of the widest waterfalls in Sri Lanka which is commonly known as the “Little Niagara of Sri Lanka”. By the time we visited, although the water stream has reduced, it reflected its stunning beauty. You can enjoy the view and the beauty from observation platform at the main road. This is a must visit.
