This full-day trek through Horton Plains National Park takes you to the dramatic World's End precipice, a 4,000-foot cliff offering views across southern Sri Lanka. The 9-kilometer circular trail passes through montane grasslands and cloud forests before reaching Baker's Falls. Early morning departure essential to avoid afternoon mist that often obscures the views. Best for experienced hikers comfortable with 9km walks. This is a challenging activity lasting 8 hours. See all hiking tours in Nuwara Eliya.
Best for experienced hikers comfortable with 9km walks
What to Expect
Pick
up from Grand Hotel - 1.5-hour drive to Horton Plains entrance gate
Enter park and begin hike
Initial walk through grasslands with mountain views
Reach World's End viewpoint
30-minute break at cliff edge for photos and breakfast
Continue to Baker's Falls
Forest section leads to 20-meter waterfall
Return loop through forest
Different route back with wildlife spotting opportunities
Return to Nuwara Eliya
Arrive back around 3pm including lunch stop
Highlights
World's End 4,000-foot cliff drop with panoramic views
Booking Info
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation 24 hours before departure
- Accessibility
- Not suitable for wheelchairs. Requires good fitness level for 9km mountain hike.
- Best time to go
- April to September for clearest views. Start before 7am to avoid afternoon mist.
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