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Adam’s Peak (Sri Pada) Sunrise Hike from Colombo or Negombo

Day Tours & Excursions • Adventure & Nature • Trekking & Hiking

Adam’s Peak (Sri Pada) Sunrise Hike from Colombo or Negombo

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Sri Lanka

From

USD 140

Duration

1D / 0N

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Discover the soul of Sri Lanka

This sacred pilgrimage and adventure tour takes you to the iconic Adam’s Peak (Sri Pada), one of Sri Lanka’s most spiritual and scenic mountain climbs. Departing from Colombo or Negombo in the afternoon, you travel through lush hill country landscapes to the base of the mountain. The night begins with an unforgettable torch-lit climb via thousands of stone steps shared by pilgrims of all faiths. Reach the summit before dawn to witness a breathtaking sunrise and the sacred “shadow of the peak". After descent, the return transfer to Colombo/Negombo concludes the journey.

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Adam’s Peak (Sri Pada) Day Tour

Hatton

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Begin your Adam’s Peak adventure with an afternoon pick-up from Colombo or Negombo and a scenic drive through Sri Lanka’s tea-growing highlands to Dalhousie, the traditional starting point for the climb. After time to rest and prepare, set off around 01:00–02:00 for the night ascent, following illuminated pilgrimage steps shared by visitors of different faiths. Climb towards the 2,243-meter summit, taking breaks along the way as needed. Arriving before dawn, watch the sunrise illuminate the surrounding mountains and look for the distinctive triangular shadow cast by the peak. Known locally as Sri Pada, Adam’s Peak holds deep spiritual significance and offers a remarkable combination of pilgrimage tradition and mountain scenery. After sunrise, descend to the base village and stop for breakfast before beginning the return journey to Colombo or Negombo. This challenging excursion offers a meaningful way to experience Sri Lanka’s sacred highlands.

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1.00 days

Distance

420.00 KM

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Highlights
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Sacred sunrise from Adam’s Peak summitTorch-lit night pilgrimage climbPanoramic hill country scenerySpiritual footprint of multiple religionsUnique “Peak Shadow” sunrise phenomenon
Inclusions
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Hotel pick-up and drop-offTrasnportBottled waterPrivate air-conditioned vehicleFuel & highway tolls
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Cancellations made within 30 days of arrival may incur cancellation charges.Free cancellation for hotel reservations up to 30 days prior to arrival, subject to hotel policies.Day tours can be cancelled free of charge up to 24 hours prior to the tour starting time.Payments can be made via bank transfer, online transfer, or other approved payment methods.Any bank charges or transfer fees should be borne by the guest or agent.50% advance payment is required at the time of booking confirmation for Sri Lanka arrangements.No-show bookings and unused services are non-refundable.within 48 hours

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Duration
1 Days

0 Nights

Travel style
Private Tailor-Made
Starts in
Colombo / Airport
Ends in
Colombo / Airport
Route path
Hatton

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