The backpacker's trail to Elephant Spine – Riverston Peak
Follow the Manigala Trail to soulful views of rivers, paddy fields, old villages, and a mountain which resembles the spine of an elephant… all with a bird’s eye view from Riverston Peak at Knuckles Mountain Range.
SLDT/1702/TR04
Why should you book this trip?
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The Knuckles Mountain Range is a vitally important conservation area, recognised as a National Heritage and Wilderness Area by UNESCO.
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A great addition to your list of “things to do in Kandy”.
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Backpacking in Knuckles, is to experience every forest range type found in Sri Lanka, travelling from 250 to 4,000 feet above sea level.
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This trekking trail will mean experiencing different climatic zones - unique to the Knuckles Mountain Range.
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A magical trail to do bird watching as well. This wonderful range covers almost every forest type found in Sri Lanka at elevations ranging between 250 and 4,000 feet.
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A walk through the Pitawala Pathana – the island’s largest dry pathana plains – will let you glimpse the 1,500ft sheer drop to the Puwakpitiya valley below.
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Fantastic, moderate treks which will help you burn your extra calories gained during your holiday.
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Hassle free, pickup and drop-off of packages from the Kandy city hotels you are staying in is also available.
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You will be accompanied by an experienced naturalist.
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The Knuckles trekking tour could be combined with a visit to the Mathale Aluwihare Temple.