THE PEKOE TRAIL · STAGE 11
Horton Plains to Udaweriya
A beautiful walk through Sri Lanka's highlands, from the open plains of Horton Plains to the quiet tea valleys of Udaweriya.
ABOUT THE TRAIL
A Walk Through the Highlands
The walk finishes in the peaceful Udaweriya Valley, surrounded by tea-growing hills and beautiful countryside.
Stage 11 begins at Farr Inn, the visitor centre at Horton Plains National Park. From here, the trail follows the road towards Ohiya before heading down the famous Devil’s Staircase.
Along the way, you’ll see green mountains, small villages and wide valleys. On a clear day, the views stretch towards Udawalawe and even the southern coastline.
12–14 km
Distance
4–5 hours
Duration
$50
Per Person
PLACES ALONG THE WAY
Trail Highlights
Discover some of the most memorable places along Stage 11.
Horton Plains
Begin your walk in the cool mountain air of Horton Plains, surrounded by open landscapes and beautiful views.
Devil's Staircase
Follow a steep mountain track with beautiful views of the surrounding hills and valleys.
Udaweriya Tea Factory
Enjoy a quieter side of the hill country, with tea-growing landscapes, village paths and lovely mountain scenery.
A Walk Through the Highlands
01 .Horton Plains
Start at Farr Inn, near the Horton Plains visitor centre.
02. Towards Ohiya
Follow the road through the highlands towards the eastern park exit.
03.Devil's Staircase
Walk down the steep mountain track and enjoy the views across the valley.
04.Udaweriya Valley
Pass tea-growing landscapes and village paths before finishing the stage.
The journey starts high in Horton Plains, around 2,170 metres above sea level. The cool air and wide-open landscape make a beautiful beginning to the walk.
As you leave the park, the trail descends towards Devil’s Staircase. This is one of the more challenging parts of the route, but the mountain views make it worthwhile.
Further along, the scenery changes to small villages, vegetable gardens and old tea estates before reaching Udaweriya.
ECO WILD GLAMPING
Your Guided Hiking Experience
Explore Stage 11 with a professional Pekoe Trail guide. It’s a great way to enjoy the mountains while having someone familiar with the route along the way.
What's Included
✓ Professional Pekoe Trail Guide
✓ Snack Pack
What's Included
– Entrance tickets
– Transportation
– Personal expenses
STAGE 11 HIKING PACKAGE
Horton Plains to Udaweriya
$50
Per person · Minimum 2 guests
- Distance: 12–14 km
- Duration: 4–5 hours
- Difficulty: Difficult
- Professional Trail Guide
- Snack Pack Included
Entrance tickets, transport and personal expenses are not included. Please confirm availability and trail conditions before booking.