Haputale: Pekoe Trail and Highlands

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A section of the Pekoe Trail leads out of Haputale; Haputale Gap is nearby, while several waterfalls are in the wider area. Lipton’s Seat is a viewpoint in Haputale; the town was built during the colonial period, and the Lipton Ceylonta tea brand originated on tea plantations in Haputale. When choosing accommodation in Haputale, you can take the locations of the destinations into account in your planning. Lipton’s Seat is in town; Haputale Gap is near Haputale. The first 500 m of the Pekoe Trail lead out of Haputale. Bambarakanda, Diyaluma Ella, and Lanka Ella Falls are in the wider region. This distinguishes destinations in town, in the nearby area, and in the wider region. If you are mainly planning to visit places in town, look specifically for accommodation in Haputale; the waterfalls are regional destinations.

The Pekoe Trail leads out of Haputale

The first 500 m of Pekoe Trail Stage 13 lead out of Haputale along the main road in the direction of Bandarawela. The route may change, so check the current route before setting out if you plan to hike this section.

Highland valley and viewpoint

Haputale Gap is near Haputale in Sri Lanka’s central highlands. This natural feature is a deep valley with lush greenery and far-reaching views. Haputale is also home to Lipton’s Seat, a viewpoint at over 1,800 m above sea level. Haputale Gap is a deep valley near Haputale; Lipton’s Seat is a viewpoint in town at over 1,800 m.

Waterfalls in the wider region

The waterfalls can also be distinguished by their respective features. Bambarakanda Falls, also known as Bambarakele Falls, are located in Kalupahana in Badulla District. Diyaluma Ella Falls is considered Sri Lanka’s third-highest waterfall and is 171 m high; its water plunges down onto the Koslanda Plateau. Lanka Ella Falls is about 1 km from Bambarakanda Falls and can only be reached on foot. The three waterfalls are in Haputale’s wider region. The three regional waterfalls differ in location, height, and access. Bambarakanda is in Kalupahana in Badulla District; Diyaluma Ella reaches 171 m and plunges onto the Koslanda Plateau. Lanka Ella is about 1 km from Bambarakanda and can only be reached on foot. The distance in kilometres refers to the distance between these two waterfalls, not the distance from Haputale. These differences help you compare the regional destinations by location, waterfall height, and access on foot.

Local history and the origins of tea

Haputale was built during the colonial period. The Lipton Ceylonta tea brand is also connected to Haputale: it originated on tea plantations in Haputale.

Discover more destinations: Koslanda, Ohiya, Ella, Bandarawela, Welimada.

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