Highland Escapes | Naturale Travels

Escape to the cool, misty mountains, with rolling tea estates, tranquil valleys, and breathtaking scenic views at every turn.

Knuckles Mountain Range

The Knuckles Mountain Range is a biodiverse region in central Sri Lanka, approximately 160 km northeast of Colombo. A biodiverse and unspoiled area of Sri Lanka is the Knuckles Mountain Range. Nature enthusiasts may immerse themselves in cloud forests, secluded communities, and steep routes. Travelers seeking deep wilderness, cultural interactions, and real adventure should visit this UNESCO-listed region.

Haputale

Haputale is a hill town in the southern central highlands of Sri Lanka, about 200 km east of Colombo and 30 km south of Nuwara Eliya. Above the southern lowlands, Haputale offers panoramic views of tea fields and valleys. Lipton's Seat offers a glimpse into Sri Lanka's tea heritage linked to Sir Thomas Lipton. Haputale is quieter than Ella or Nuwara Eliya, ideal for long walks, mountain air, and introspection.

Ella

Ella is a small town in the central highlands of Sri Lanka, about 200 km east of Colombo and 55 km southeast of Nuwara Eliya. Ella is a picturesque hill town with rich valleys, tea-covered hills, and stunning rock formations. Ella Rock and Little Adam's Peak are easy treks, while the Nine Arches Bridge offers railway vistas. For leisurely travelers who want beautiful views and a calm café culture, the town is perfect.

Nuwara Eliya

Nuwara Eliya is a town in Sri Lanka's central highlands, roughly 180 km east of Colombo. As “Little England,” Nuwara Eliya is known for its temperate environment, colonial architecture, and groomed tea gardens. Visitors can see operating tea farms and historic factories in Sri Lanka's tea industry. Gardens, lakes, and foggy mornings provide a serene, elegant ambiance unlike anywhere else on the island.

Horton Plains

Horton Plains National Park is located in the central highlands of Sri Lanka, about 200 km east of Colombo and near Nuwara Eliya. Rare habitats and vast grasslands characterize Horton Plains National Park at high altitude. The early-morning hike to World's End offers stunning cliff drops and lowland vistas. It connects Sri Lanka's natural heritage peacefully and powerfully with its distinctive flora, birds, and rare animals.