TREKS · WORLDWIDE
The routes worth the airfare.
The 6 kandy treks hikers rate above the rest. A tight shortlist of the routes people finish and immediately start planning to do again, with prices, trail times and the outfitters who run them.
Hike the Knuckles Leopard trail from Kandy through forest, wooden bridges, and a guided picnic stop. Private transfers, 8–10 hours.
Most Popular“The hike was unique, you can’t experience that on your own and Shyamal and his lovely driver were the perfect guide for it! First they took me to a coffee place were we also had some local food and after that they drove me to the starting poiRead more”
A guided night hike to Adams Peak with a sunrise summit and smooth private transport from Kandy—cold, tough, and worth it.
“The transfer from Kandy and back worked very smoothly. The car was very comfortable and the driver was great even though we had to leave at 10pm. The trekking guide was really great, happily adapting to my tempo. We were up in less than two hours so we had to wait quite long in the…”
Trek the Knuckles from Kandy through tea trails, forests, waterfalls, and a natural pool, ending in village spice gardens and views.
“We had such an amazing time on this trip. I would highly recommend this trek, Lakmal really knows his stuff and is a joy to hike with. The highlight was the swim in the natural pool and the home cooked meal at our lively hosts. Would 100% recommend and do again when we come back…”
Hike Sri Lanka’s Knuckles Spice Trail from Kandy with tea and rice terraces, spice gardens, and a waterfall swim with local lunch.
“Very nice advises from our guide. We discover or rediscover plants, fruits and vegetables. Thank you very much it was amazing, swiming, beautiful color with tea and rice fields, local people always smiling. Even the rain was not a problem.”
Trek the Knuckles from Kandy on the Leopard Trail: tea-path climb, cloud-forest signs, a peak viewpoint, and a waterfall swim.
“Een onvergetelijke ervaring met gids Ashoke – must do in Kandy district! Onze Leopard Trek in de Knuckles Mountain Range was een absolute highlight van onze reis, mede dankzij onze fantastische gids Ashoke! Vanaf het begin verliep alles soepel, we werden keurig opgehaald bij ons hotel door de chauffeur en afgezet aan de voet van…”
Two-day overnight trek from Kandy in the Knuckles mountains with waterfall stops, a summit near 1856m, and campfire dinner.
“Great guide, epic hike including great views, fun climbs, and a waterfall dip.”
Every great trekking region, and the routes worth walking in each.
