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Belihuloya & Madulsima Hidden Gems

Prehistoric caves, a river canyon for swimming and fly-fishing, and Sri Lanka's highest tea estates — all off the tourist trail.

3 days500 kmBest: Jan – AprOff-beat hikers, eco-tourists
Route

BIA → Belihuloya → Madulsima → Badulla → BIA

Highlights

  • Balangoda Batuta Caves (Prehistoric)
  • Belihuloya River Canyon
  • Madulsima Tea Estate (1,800 m)
  • Dunhinda Falls (63 m)
  • Badulla St. Mark's Church 1848

Day by day

Timings are flexible. We shape each day around your pace.

Day 1BIA to Belihuloya

  • Drive to Belihuloya via Ratnapura (165 km)
  • Balangoda Batuta Caves — prehistoric human remains
  • Belihuloya River canyon — swimming, bamboo raft, fly fishing
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Day 2Madulsima Plateau

  • Drive to Madulsima plateau (1,800 m altitude)
  • Madulsima Tea Estate factory tour — one of Sri Lanka's highest
  • Namunukula mountain views · hidden waterfall walks
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Day 3Dunhinda Falls & Return

  • Dunhinda Falls — Sri Lanka's most dramatic 63 m cascade
  • Badulla St. Mark's Church (1848) & Dutch fort ruins
  • Drive to BIA (260 km)
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IncludedPrivate driver · fuel · tolls · parking
Not includedHotels · meals · entrance fees

🏨 Suggested stays: Belihuloya jungle lodge · Badulla area

Choosing a vehicleThink about your head count and how much luggage you carry. Sedan suits small groups with light bags. Mini van and KDH van give more room for people and baggage. Not sure? We'll help you pick.

Good to know

  • This is an estimate. We give the exact price after we talk it through.
  • The price covers city-to-city travel only. Short side trips and nearby spots are not included, but you can add them. Just ask.
  • Hotels are not included. Book your own, or we can find and book them for you.
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